
Playtest report preview
Home PaigeWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
3D platformer set inside an operating system where you run, jump, swing and dash.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Home Paige (7h 16m in total). The problem that came up most: players lose track of the route through the story level, in 6 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 16m analysed · English, Spanish · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 53
- Ideas
- 9
- Highlights
- 35
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 226 in all.
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- Stream 1, 1h analysed: 32 problems, 14 highlights.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 8 problems, 5 suggestions or comparisons, 11 highlights.
- Stream 3, 1h analysed: 9 problems, 4 suggestions or comparisons, 4 highlights.
- Stream 4, 46 min analysed: 20 problems, 6 suggestions or comparisons, 28 highlights.
- Stream 5, 51 min analysed: 16 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 9 highlights.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: 8 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 10 highlights.
- Stream 7, 39 min analysed: 4 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons, 6 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 20 problems, 5 highlights.
Problems (53)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #4Confusion
players lose track of the route through the story level
6 of 8 streams · 10 moments
10 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Frustration
ball pushing course is slippery and hard to control
3 of 8 streams · 10 moments
10 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Frustration
demo content feels thin and too short
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
collectible currency pickups have no explained purpose
3 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
on-screen interaction prompts do not match controller buttons
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Frustration
steering and turning at high speed is difficult
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
grapple trigger held before the prompt is ignored
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Frustration
grapple flings the player instead of placing them
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Frustration
ground pound turns into a slide when moving fast
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Frustration
frame drops in the open area even on lowered settings
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Frustration
movement and double jump feel imprecise
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Frustration
ball pit challenge feels punishing
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Frustration
dash direction cannot be changed once started
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Frustration
boost objects feel nerfed and exiting them is jarring
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Frustration
precision platforming challenge restarts from the start on failure
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Frustration
fixed camera in parkour section locks out camera control
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Frustration
hitting enemies and obstacles kills momentum
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Frustration
lock on does not respond when pressed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
music plays twice when entering an indoor area
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
pop in on loading screens
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
purpose of page collectibles and music choice unclear
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
movement options and abilities are not clearly taught
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
playground buttons and box have no visible function
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
unclear which objects can be bumped
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
training dummy dash attack range is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
sign shows only numbers and cannot be read
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
end of the demo is not clearly signaled
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
ball respawn rule not obvious when pushed off
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
continue option after the demo is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
playground pickup looks like an extra life in a game without lives
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
double jump is easy to forget
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
purpose of clearing playground enemies is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
no hint on how to restore health
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
waterfall secret is hard to spot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
unclear whether sliding off ledges is intended
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Frustration
habits from the old demo physics cause failed jumps
1 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Frustration
hard to stop or turn without losing all speed
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Frustration
expression and body animation transitions look abrupt
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
run takes too long to get up to speed
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
slope dashes no longer give a visible boost
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
fast platforming pace feels overwhelming for casual players
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
missed coins cannot be recovered after moving on
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
bubbles and small pickups are hard to grab at first
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
hard climbs in the playground lead to weak rewards
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
camera rises when standing against a wall
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
grapple timing takes a few tries to learn
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
camera acts up near the old monitors section
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
spike sections are disliked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
playground starts silent until music is unlocked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
searching for remaining secrets gets dull
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
playground challenge looks too demanding to attempt
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
character voice lines are too quiet
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
some coin groups cannot all be collected
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (9)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #56Comparison
core movement is likened to sonic games
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Comparison
pipe area recalls the old windows pipes screensaver
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Suggestion
falls send the player far from where they were
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Suggestion
player prefers the heroine with longer hair
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Comparison
feels like classic 3d mascot platformers
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Comparison
side character design likened to another animated series
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Comparison
homing attack invites sonic comparisons
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Comparison
looping story reminds of a memory loss game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Comparison
ball puzzle likened to an uphill boulder minigame
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (35)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #63Highlight
fast momentum movement and high top speed are praised
4 of 8 streams · 19 moments
19 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Highlight
soundtrack in the levels is well received
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Highlight
concept art gallery found in the playground delights
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Highlight
momentum-based grapple is exciting to use
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Highlight
cute overall art style wins players over
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Highlight
voice work for the characters is praised
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Highlight
falling is forgiving and costs little progress
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Highlight
character faces change expression during movement and play
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Highlight
new story introduction is welcomed
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Highlight
built-in speedrun timer option is appreciated
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Highlight
post-demo playground is enjoyable with lots to do
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
individual character designs are well liked
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
expanded demo content impresses a returning player
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
art, lighting, levels and animations look beautiful
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
pushing the giant ball with dashes is fun
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
footstep sounds and walk animation are satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
ramps carry you across gaps without jumping
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
screensaver themed level is a nice playground
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
invisible platforms and launchers give nice surprises
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
dark world and pixel cutscene visuals impress
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
collectible pickup sound is satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
short demo still feels solid
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Highlight
running and jumping around platforms feels fun
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Highlight
reflective floor looks good
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Highlight
chargeable double jump feels fresh
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Highlight
movement tech lets you skip an intended climb
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Highlight
demo end message lands well
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Highlight
animations and cutscenes appear polished
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Highlight
large explorable map early on
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Highlight
open level layout forgives missed jumps
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #93Highlight
early sections introduce mechanics gradually
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #94Highlight
music selector in the playground
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #95Highlight
movement and double jump feel smooth
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #96Highlight
combat system is enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #97Highlight
stop motion hit animation is liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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