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Shroom and Gloom

We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Shroom and Gloom (7h 6m in total). The problem that came up most: card keywords and effects unclear without further explanation, in 3 of 8 streams.

8 Twitch streams · 7h 6m analysed · English · analysed in the week of 28 Sept 2026 · Steam page

Problems
47
Ideas
4
Highlights
31

Where the moments happened

Grey bars show when the streamer was talking. Each mark is one reported moment; select a type below to hide or show it.

  • Stream 1, 44 min analysed: 14 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 13 highlights.
  • Stream 2, 36 min analysed: 4 problems, 10 highlights.
  • Stream 3, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
  • Stream 4, 1h analysed: 13 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 9 highlights.
  • Stream 5, 1h analysed: 16 problems, 8 highlights.
  • Stream 6, 48 min analysed: 3 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 3 highlights.
  • Stream 7, 58 min analysed: 28 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 6 highlights.
  • Stream 8, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
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Problems (47)

Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up.

  1. #1Bug

    pink squares keep appearing on screen

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  2. #2Bug

    placeholder art on a reward card

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  3. #3Bug

    defeated boss body stays on the map

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  4. #4Confusion

    card keywords and effects unclear without further explanation

    3 of 8 streams · 8 moments

    8 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  5. #5Confusion

    decay status effect and its damage are hard to grasp

    2 of 8 streams · 5 moments

    5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  6. #6Confusion

    rewards from feeding and fixing objects are hard to remember

    2 of 8 streams · 4 moments

    4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  7. #7Confusion

    damage reduction breaks lethal calculations

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  8. #8Confusion

    no way to discover how to unlock nutrient fabricator meals

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  9. #9Confusion

    purpose of the data resource is unclear

    1 of 8 streams · 3 moments

    3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  10. #10Confusion

    breakable objects give no progress feedback

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  11. #11Confusion

    unclear that repeated campsite rests have no time pressure

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  12. #12Confusion

    unclear which obstacles can be burned versus bashed

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  13. #13Confusion

    feed cards must be placed before they can be used

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  14. #14Confusion

    map tile for the stream has no clear meaning

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  15. #15Confusion

    thorns retaliation damage is not obvious

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  16. #16Confusion

    unclear whether a hand size limit exists

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  17. #17Confusion

    exploding enemy intent is not clearly telegraphed

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  18. #18Confusion

    room action icons and options not recognised

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  19. #19Confusion

    unclear whether an action ends the room

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  20. #20Confusion

    forced rest and warmth purpose unclear

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  21. #21Confusion

    end turn control not obvious at first

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  22. #22Confusion

    clunky blowtorch lost its rat option between sessions

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  23. #23Confusion

    acid rain looks passive but must be played first

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  24. #24Frustration

    combat hands often lack playable or attack cards

    2 of 8 streams · 4 moments

    4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  25. #25Frustrationblocking

    spoon enemies ended the run

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  26. #26Frustration

    reveal actions too scarce to explore rooms

    1 of 8 streams · 3 moments

    3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  27. #27Frustration

    late fights drag with summons and heavy enemy damage

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  28. #28Frustration

    food cards clog the hand and bury key cards

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  29. #29Frustration

    card stealing enemies feel unfair and hard to counter

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  30. #30Frustration

    ecstasy is useless early and its random discard hurts

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  31. #31Frustration

    exploration cards wasted when a location has nothing left

    1 of 8 streams · 3 moments

    3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  32. #32Frustration

    temporary oregano card is often wasted at end of round

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  33. #33Frustration

    not enough cards to remove gunk

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  34. #34Frustration

    camp heals wasted when nothing can be fed or fixed

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  35. #35Frustration

    enemy shields up right after the turn ends

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  36. #36Frustration

    liverwort junk cards clog the deck

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  37. #37Frustration

    resting at some locations costs health

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  38. #38Frustration

    lunch lady struggles to deal heavy damage

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  39. #39Frustration

    running out of energy blocks exploration digging

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  40. #40Frustration

    starting deck does not include the shovel

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  41. #41Frustration

    enemies appear on the path without warning

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  42. #42Frustration

    reveal offered on spots with nothing behind them

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  43. #43Frustration

    slow initial load when launching the game

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  44. #44Frustration

    exploding enemy gunks cards right before it detonates

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  45. #45Frustration

    cost reduction wasted on cards that already cost zero

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  46. #46Frustration

    machines needing several fixes cost too many nights

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  47. #47Frustration

    gunkling penalty discourages killing enemies

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report

Suggestions and comparisons (4)

What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.

  1. #48Comparison

    no hover preview of bonus damage from vulnerable

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  2. #49Comparison

    fallout references noticed in armor and items

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  3. #50Comparison

    seen as a slay the spire style deckbuilder

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  4. #51Comparison

    camp stay balancing compared to another roguelite

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report

What landed (31)

Moments players clearly enjoyed.

  1. #52Highlight

    art style of the game is widely praised

    3 of 8 streams · 4 moments

    4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  2. #53Highlight

    max hp rewards from rests and objects feel satisfying

    2 of 8 streams · 3 moments

    3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  3. #54Highlight

    gunk shot damage scaling with enhancements feels strong

    2 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  4. #55Highlight

    specific cards, relics and perks feel strong and rewarding

    1 of 8 streams · 6 moments

    6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  5. #56Highlight

    damage scaling cards and rewards are favourites

    1 of 8 streams · 3 moments

    3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  6. #57Highlight

    stacking toasty food feels rewarding

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  7. #58Highlight

    recent patches and demo feedback changes are noticed and appreciated

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  8. #59Highlight

    machine cards are a favourite

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  9. #60Highlight

    gloom gift healing and extra uses feel powerful

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  10. #61Highlight

    many new cards and crafting concepts on a second run

    1 of 8 streams · 2 moments

    2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  11. #62Highlight

    lunch lady dog card is a favourite

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  12. #63Highlight

    large warmth gain after lighting a location feels good

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  13. #64Highlight

    seasoning rewards are a go to pick

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  14. #65Highlight

    shovel card reward is well liked

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  15. #66Highlight

    well rested card is a favourite pick

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  16. #67Highlight

    cost reduction to zero card is appreciated

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  17. #68Highlight

    fireball reward from tools is welcome

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  18. #69Highlight

    cute creatures make killing them feel bad

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  19. #70Highlight

    lunch lady food focused deck is fun to build around

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  20. #71Highlight

    cards and mechanics are explained clearly in game

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  21. #72Highlight

    music and sound effects are praised

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  22. #73Highlight

    early shop now buying only food is an improvement

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  23. #74Highlight

    setting a skeleton on fire for warmth is a fun discovery

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  24. #75Highlight

    dog companion warmth bonus is highly valued

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  25. #76Highlight

    unlocked janitor character looks promising

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  26. #77Highlight

    random discard card for energy and max hp praised

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  27. #78Highlight

    writhing mass card is a satisfying pickup

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  28. #79Highlight

    bloodbath reward feels overpowered

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  29. #80Highlight

    digging for keys feels satisfying

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  30. #81Highlight

    interrupting enemy attacks with damage is liked

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
  31. #82Highlight

    feed or fix cards that heal either way feel good

    1 of 8 streams · 1 moment

    1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report

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About this page

Speech was transcribed on our own machine and an AI model picked out the moments. Every item in the full report quotes the streamer's actual words, checked against the transcript; 132 of 144 candidate moments passed that check. Only counts and short issue titles are public. Quotes and streamer names stay in the private report.

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