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God Save BirminghamWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
Physics-based medieval survival game where you fight ghouls.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of God Save Birmingham (7h 10m in total). The problem that came up most: carry weight limit is hit constantly, forcing item drops, in 5 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 10m analysed · French, English, Spanish, German · analysed in the week of 9 Nov 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 82
- Ideas
- 7
- Highlights
- 26
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 180 in all.
Read what they actually saidFull report with quotes and VOD links · $49Where the moments happened
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- Stream 1, 1h analysed: 8 problems.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 5 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 3, 1h analysed: 23 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons, 15 highlights.
- Stream 4, 45 min analysed: 26 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 5, 45 min analysed: 25 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 4 highlights.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 7, 40 min analysed: 24 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons, 9 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 22 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 7 highlights.
In the full report each item below has the streamers' own words and a ▶ link to that minute of the Twitch recording. The # is the item's number in that report. See what a full item looks like in the sample report
Problems (82)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #48Frustration
carry weight limit is hit constantly, forcing item drops
5 of 8 streams · 11 moments
11 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
unclear whether zombies respawn in cleared areas
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
lifting and throwing objects is never properly taught
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
breaking and disassembling doors is hard to figure out
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
unclear how to turn carried ingredients into a cooked meal
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
food is scarce early while hunger keeps draining
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
zombies take too many hits to kill
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
weapons lose sharpness and durability too quickly
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #10Confusion
food freshness indicator meaning is not self explanatory
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
crafting interface location is not obvious
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
sleep drains hunger and thirst with no warning
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
default mouse look sensitivity is too high
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
killed zombies cannot be searched for loot
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
frame rate drops in the town
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
applying a bandage glitches while bleeding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
server reports full below the configured player limit
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
rope trap does nothing and the chain floats
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
no clear cure for the blackened flesh condition
1 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
bandage use is never explained
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
no clear way to empty spoiled food from jars
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
no guidance on what to do after the damned status
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
making a bandage while bleeding needs linen and a knife
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
killed while sleeping and respawned into the same attack
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
running makes noise that pulls every nearby zombie
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
restarting the server closes the whole game
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
zombie hits land from out of reach
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
wooden spear feels unreliable and stamina hungry
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
pause menu option quits the game instead of closing menu
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Frustration
cannot see or fight back while a zombie attacks
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Frustration
no clear way to restart or wipe a co-op run
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Frustration
fast running zombie types overwhelm players in town
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Frustration
frame rate drops on a busy co-op server
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Frustration
sword swings drain too much stamina
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Frustration
breaking through barricades takes too long
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Frustration
first objective sits under a zombie horde
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Bug
stamina bug reported
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
eating rules need utensils, bowl sizes and cooking
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
causes of sickness and vomiting are not explained
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
unclear whether books can be opened or read
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
unclear how well zombies break doors and barricades
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
skill leveling rules are easy to forget
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
unclear whether placed buildings can be moved
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
key bindings unknown at start without checking settings
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
tool wear and durability not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
storage chest interface confused with own inventory
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
how to light a fireplace is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
head hits fail to kill with a blunt weapon
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
chest reports full below its capacity
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
green health status screen is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
objectives and the ending are easy to miss
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
invisible map edge mistaken for an unjumpable fence
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
fast zombie variant comes as a surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
purpose of roman coins is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
crouch key is not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
hard to tell which items are useful or edible
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
vault move exists but is not discovered early
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Confusion
camera zoom not introduced
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Confusion
status effects lack explanation of cause and severity
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Confusion
sharpness does not seem to change shown weapon stats
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Confusion
no way to see the current in-game time
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Confusion
unclear whether crouching breaks zombie line of sight
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Confusion
unclear when and how the game saves
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Confusion
immunity stats on the status screen are not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Confusion
restore freshness cooking option reads as illogical
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Confusion
no indication whether nights are more dangerous
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Confusion
weapon reinforcing is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Confusion
water quality unclear when washing clothes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Frustration
default image too dark, player raises brightness manually
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Frustration
building blocked by missing carpentry skill
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Frustration
smith hammer recipe requires an existing smith hammer
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Frustration
storage and inventory fill up quickly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Frustration
overall difficulty is punishing for new players
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Frustration
fresh save leaves players without weapons
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Frustration
getting sick early without a clear cause
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Frustration
players cannot build their own house
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Frustration
well repair needs one very specific rare part
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Frustration
steel armor has steep material and skill requirements
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Frustration
unlocking a latch is very loud
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Frustration
no quick way to holster or swap held items
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Frustration
no drinkable water found around the priory early on
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Frustration
hunger returns surprisingly fast
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Frustration
most found food is already spoiled
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (7)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #83Suggestion
weapons on the ground should be equippable directly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Suggestion
zombie corpses cannot be looted
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Suggestion
broken doors in the home cannot be repaired
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Suggestion
zombie screams need more variety
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Comparison
survival needs gentler than project zomboid
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Comparison
compared to a medieval first person zombie survival sandbox
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Comparison
stealth over combat compared to a well known zombie survival game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (26)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #90Highlight
graphics and environment visuals are praised
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Highlight
improvised farm and kitchen weapons feel good in combat
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Highlight
throwing objects at zombies is enjoyable
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #93Highlight
barricading doors and houses is a liked defence
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #94Highlight
gory hits and severing zombie limbs feel satisfying
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #95Highlight
world objects can be moved and physics are fun
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #96Highlight
working ladders and multiple floors
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #97Highlight
cleared areas staying clear is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #98Highlight
inventory and chest handling feel intuitive
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #99Highlight
cooking system and recipe variety are appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #100Highlight
crafting benches draw materials from nearby storage
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #101Highlight
reinforcing tools restores full durability
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #102Highlight
character creator is fun to play with
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #103Highlight
new save and continue system is welcome
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #104Highlight
holding items in both hands is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #105Highlight
weapon upgrading by sharpening and reinforcing is liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #106Highlight
on screen list of picked up items is liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #107Highlight
hidden tunnel under the refectory is an exciting find
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #108Highlight
larger map than the first playtest
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #109Highlight
unclothed zombie models look good
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #110Highlight
bodies decorated with axes protruding from heads
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #111Highlight
avoiding fights by design is welcome
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #112Highlight
ale counts as hydration
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #113Highlight
gathering while freely looking around
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #114Highlight
comic zombie details get laughs
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #115Highlight
co-op mode is a strong draw
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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