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Coal DutyWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
1-5 player co-op extraction horror-comedy where you meet coal quotas in procedurally generated mines.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Coal Duty (6h 3m in total). The problem that came up most: death or wipe strips money, gear and the pickaxe, in 6 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 6h 3m analysed · English, Russian, Portuguese · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 69
- Ideas
- 3
- Highlights
- 20
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 194 in all.
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- Stream 1, 40 min analysed: 17 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 10 highlights.
- Stream 2, 41 min analysed: 13 problems, 1 highlight.
- Stream 3, 39 min analysed: 15 problems, 7 highlights.
- Stream 4, 1h analysed: 29 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 5, 44 min analysed: 9 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 2 highlights.
- Stream 6, 48 min analysed: 30 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 5 highlights.
- Stream 7, 56 min analysed: 23 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 7 highlights.
- Stream 8, 34 min analysed: 17 problems, 3 highlights.
Problems (69)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #38Frustration
death or wipe strips money, gear and the pickaxe
6 of 8 streams · 10 moments
10 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
drop item control is not taught or discoverable
5 of 8 streams · 9 moments
9 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
deaths in the mine give no feedback on cause
3 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
ticket income too low for shop prices early on
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
no way to get a replacement pickaxe after losing it
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
landmines kill teammates instantly on early descents
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
gap jumps fall short and end in fatal falls
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
oxygen depletes faster than players notice, forcing rushed exits
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
helmet charge level and recharging are not communicated
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
reviving a dead teammate is never explained
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
green tint from radiation has no explanation
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
casino location and access are not communicated
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
arachnophobia setting goes unnoticed until spiders appear
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
hard to tell which rocks contain mineable coal
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
landmines are not readable as a hazard before contact
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
source of a new pickaxe after a wipe is unclear
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
purchased shotgun is single use and feels wasted
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
mine enemies deal too much damage for starting gear
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
friendly fire in the hub hurts teammates from the start
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
exploding creature wipes the team without warning
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
quota scale includes the weight of a standing player
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
fishing gives no hint how to get bait
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
wind inside the mine seems to make no sense
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
players lose their way and the cart in tunnels
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
flashlight battery dies partway through a mine run
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
sold radio stays connected and can be exploited
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
lag and freezes during multiplayer sessions
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
lobby reports full while invite still shows a free slot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
radio breaks, drains battery and its sharing rules are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
giant spider is upsetting and arachnophobia option goes unnoticed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
new teams can pick the hardest mine and wipe at once
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
player gets stuck in floor grates
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Bug
dead bodies blink
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Bug
dying acts as a free full heal
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
unclear which items can be sold or deposited where
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
item weight and tool durability discovered only by accident
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
unclear how to start the descent into the mine
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
flashlight and turning controls found late
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
health drops right at the start with no warning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
unclear how to move the quota object
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
player sleeps on the floor without explanation
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
drill machine locked behind a floppy disk without explanation
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
unclear how to put items into machines
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
players catch fire without a visible cause
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
consequence of missing the deadline target is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
teammate status display is hard to read
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
vehicle signal button is hard to find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
radio requirements for team voice are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
relay code option in the host menu is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
no obvious way to skip the opening cutscene
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
exiting the mine cart is not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Confusion
unclear how to load coal toward the quota
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
inventory fills up constantly and forces dropping items
1 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
vomiting from food poisoning harms teammates
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
minecart cannot reach or turn in deeper tunnels
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
mosquito enemies are irritating
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
voice chat defaults to the wrong input device
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
bear traps hidden on mine paths
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
loot rooms often turn out empty
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
coal quota feels tight
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Frustration
getting lost in the mine tunnels
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Frustration
cart spills coal and overfills
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Frustration
no female miner options in character selection
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Frustration
stamina runs out quickly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Frustration
early mine has very little ore to find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Frustration
lore text in the hidden area is too long
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Frustration
trip back from the tavern is dark and tiring
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Frustration
mining tool gets thrown by mistake
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Frustration
drops and fire around the lobby kill players who jump
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (3)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #72Comparison
bear traps evoke resident evil style survival horror
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Suggestion
players want stronger reusable weapons
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Suggestion
players want a larger minecart
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (20)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #73Highlight
finding the dinosaur deep in the mine thrills players
4 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
alcohol and heavy weapons in the shop excite players
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
eating mushrooms and drinking produce funny side effects
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
funny bathroom props in the barracks amuse players
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
upgrades for inventory space and stats are welcome finds
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
character animation and lip sync feel polished
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
hidden area behind the bathroom is a fun discovery
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
spiders and dark lighting create real fear
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
fishing is a welcome surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
flamethrower pickup is a welcome find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
having a flashlight before the first descent is reassuring
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
proximity voice chat is a welcome surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Highlight
hub tv is a fun discovery
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Highlight
big coal haul feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Highlight
cigarettes restoring stamina is darkly funny
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Highlight
unusual visual style stands out on first look
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Highlight
tavern with complimentary drinks is a rewarding destination
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Highlight
thrown stones work well as a cheap weapon
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Highlight
reaching the first delivery target feels satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Highlight
swearing boss character gets a laugh
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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