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HELLCARD IIWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
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Co-op deck-builder roguelike with card battles against dragons in paper dungeons.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of HELLCARD II (6h 38m in total). The problem that came up most: card targets, durations and side effects are often misread, in 3 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 6h 38m analysed · Chinese, English, Russian · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 57
- Ideas
- 6
- Highlights
- 19
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 140 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, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 2, 38 min analysed: 16 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 4 highlights.
- Stream 3, 48 min analysed: 3 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 2 highlights.
- Stream 4, 46 min analysed: 21 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 5, 37 min analysed: 19 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 7 highlights.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: 28 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 6 highlights.
- Stream 7, 1h analysed: 5 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 8, 50 min analysed: 7 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 7 highlights.
Problems (57)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #4Confusion
card targets, durations and side effects are often misread
3 of 8 streams · 12 moments
12 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
co-op progression through hub portal, doors and events is unclear
2 of 8 streams · 9 moments
9 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
reward screen card picks and forge results are hard to track
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
role of each attribute and why to pick it is unclear
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Frustration
sector movement of heroes and enemies is disliked and hard to plan
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bugblocking
crash at the second location ended a co-op session
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Quitblocking
player stops after one run because the game does not engage
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
tutorial hangs mid turn after playing an ability
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
accepting a lobby invite does not join the lobby
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
no tutorial and systems are never explained
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
unclear how levels, skill points and item upgrades work
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
berserker rage hitting allies is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
too many stats and item text overwhelm new players
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
joiner stuck with one preset hero in the lobby
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
melee and ranged sectors unclear when targeting
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Frustration
stat bloat makes comparing items hard
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
auto battles leave little room for player input
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
soul heist early fights hit very hard
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
melee cards blocked by range feel unfair
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
fusion result and rules unclear before fusing
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
item icons and adjacency stars are not explained
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
unclear who is affected by starting curses
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
new players do not know how to get block
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
health bars are hard to compare between heroes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
story intro must be done before joining friends online
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
story mode unavailable when creating a lobby
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
challenge based equipment unlocks not expected
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
urn event soul values unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
card keyword meaning not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
buffs from teammates arrive without a clear source
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
adjacency direction learned only by trial
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
shop and inventory areas are confused on first visit
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
inventory growth per floor is not announced
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
set bonus display unclear about required pieces
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
item trigger order in battle is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
unclear whether opponent was ai or another player
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
gamble event instructions are confusing
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
outcome of event actions is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
card text does not say whose damage triggers the effect
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
source of an active debuff is hard to trace
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
unclear whether all souls must be taken into battle
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
remaining enemy easy to overlook at end of fight
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
cleric stat buff gives a random attribute
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
low mana makes expensive cards unusable early
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
enemy shields feel tedious to deal with
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
hands with no playable attacks
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
game audio is far too loud by default
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
paladin shadow shield item feels like a drawback
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
enemies buffing themselves in early fights is annoying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
rage reduction card seems counterproductive
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
battlefield hard to see before camera controls are found
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
tank enemies absorbing damage make attacks feel wasted
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
items move on their own when placing gear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
easy to sell an item by accident
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
self stun drawback makes an item feel useless
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
item text font is hard to read
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
ranged enemy attack intent missing from the display
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (6)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #60Comparison
starting deck and curses resemble a classic roguelike deckbuilder
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Comparison
whole game framed as a co-op 3d take on a known deckbuilder
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Suggestion
wish for a larger hero roster
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Suggestion
low shop prices make item value hard to judge
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Comparison
party setup feels like another co-op adventure game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Comparison
stat load compared to older loot games
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (19)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #64Highlight
shared shield forge card and other support cards are enjoyed
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Highlight
inspecting teammate hands and decks helps co-op planning
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Highlight
art style is well liked
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Highlight
enemies only threatening their own sector is well received
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Highlight
breaking boxes in cleared rooms is a fun extra
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Highlight
strong rare items feel exciting to find
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Highlight
berserker area attacks feel very strong and satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Highlight
hero equipment passives for paladin and cleric well liked
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Highlight
strong reward cards for paladin and cleric
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Highlight
event writing and outcomes are entertaining
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
each hero supports several distinct playstyles
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
clickable props in the lobby scene
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
fusion feels worthwhile once understood
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
inventory reshuffling looks nice
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
shop freeze to buy items later is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
taunting by owning a sector feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
paladin feels strong in the prologue
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
overcharge burst damage feels satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
prologue story and presentation enjoyed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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