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Cursed Gas StationWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
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Psychological horror game about working the night shift at an isolated gas station.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Cursed Gas Station (6h 21m in total). The problem that came up most: register click targets during checkout are hard to hit reliably, in 2 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 6h 21m analysed · English, Spanish · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 57
- Ideas
- 3
- Highlights
- 24
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 129 in all.
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, 35 min analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 2, 45 min analysed: 8 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 8 highlights.
- Stream 3, 52 min analysed: 18 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 8 highlights.
- Stream 4, 50 min analysed: 22 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 11 highlights.
- Stream 5, 59 min analysed: 7 problems.
- Stream 6, 45 min analysed: 8 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 7, 38 min analysed: 13 problems.
- Stream 8, 56 min analysed: 16 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 2 highlights.
Problems (57)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #7Confusion
how to tick off the delivery checklist is not explained
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Frustration
register click targets during checkout are hard to hit reliably
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
players cannot tell when current shift chores are complete
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
correct shelf position for carried stock is hard to work out
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
cleaning tasks give no pointer to where the needed tools are
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
fuel quantity entry and display at the pump unclear
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
customers waiting at the counter go unnoticed for too long
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Frustration
unloading deliveries limited to a single box per trip
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bugblocking
staring customer event never fires and blocks progress
1 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bugblocking
mechanic conversation fails to register and requires a restart
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bugblocking
report button cut off at some screen resolutions
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
noise investigation objective gives no hint where to look
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
no hint that swept trash needs a bag
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
newspaper on the desk is hard to find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
camera investigation objective unclear after filing report
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
wrench on the bench cannot be picked up
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
delivery driver cigarette never reaches his mouth
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Bug
lag and stutter during shifts
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Bug
bathroom mirror shows no player reflection
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
light switches, heater and phone hard to find in the dark
1 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
unclear when customers can be talked to or need service
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
on-screen task prompts are easily missed, leaving next step unclear
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
some outside trash cannot be picked up at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
milk stocked on a non-chilled shelf seems implausible
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
head bob present with camera shake turned off
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
player character has no visible legs
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
unclear how to switch on the neon sign
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
objective arrows not understood at first glance
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
easy to forget the take money step at checkout
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
floor cracks look like sweepable dirt spots
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
throwing trash bags into the dumpster is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
how to scan items is unclear at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
where to open the garage for deliveries is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
milk and water bottle boxes are hard to tell apart when stocking
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
camera placement marker points to the wrong spot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
booth light stops responding without clear reason
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
fade to black at the sink looks like a power cut
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
dumpster behind the station is hard to find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
no delivery time shown for shop orders
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
tool wheel feels fiddly for basic tasks
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
walking and sprinting feel too slow
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
freeing hands from held items is unclear and fiddly
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
motion blur enabled by default
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
no back exit means long walks to take trash out
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
phone ring easy to miss
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
road blocked during the opening walk to the station
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
pump customer underpays and leaves with no recourse
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
first night ends after very few customers
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
toilet lights task skipped out of fear at closing
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
held clipboard blocks the view
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
arcade minigame feels too hard to win
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
car colour rule feels absurd after the press fallout
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
returning the lost backpack punishes the player
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
people in the restroom cannot be sent away
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
only one trash bag can be carried at a time
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
revolver cannot be bought in the computer shop
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
staring customer encounter lacks tension
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.
- #58Suggestion
players want a portable light for closing in the dark
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Suggestion
demo needs more tutorials for basic interactions
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Suggestion
wants a reply option reacting to being startled
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (24)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #61Highlight
register routine becomes easy and relaxed after a few customers
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Highlight
task guidance and shelf highlights make chores easy to follow
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Highlight
visuals feel high budget for a demo
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Highlight
demo ending leaves players wanting the full game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Highlight
period details like gas prices and old cars appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Highlight
sweeping and making change feel satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Highlight
early scares during the first shift land well
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Highlight
horror film day and prop inspections are enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Highlight
creepy atmosphere of the empty gas station
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Highlight
ambient sound and radio music praised
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Highlight
vintage props in the staff room catch attention
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Highlight
customer clothing design noticed and liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Highlight
knockoff snack and soda brands enjoyed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
scan gun at the register is charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
intro text waits for the player to click on
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
movement feels smooth
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
restocking shelves is satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
fueling a car feels good
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
closing tasks can be done from one spot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
delivery checklist feels like a real job
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
tool wheel saves picking items up
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
drifter npc dance is funny
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
dancing visitors encounter is memorable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
locked supply crates invite exploration
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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