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PIT OF GOBLINWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
Co-op horror game where goblins scavenge dungeons, dodge traps, and flee monsters.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of PIT OF GOBLIN (7h 34m in total). The problem that came up most: torches burn out, break or get lost too quickly, in 3 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 34m analysed · English, Russian · analysed in the week of 9 Nov 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 93
- Ideas
- 5
- Highlights
- 15
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 165 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: 19 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 2 highlights.
- Stream 3, 42 min analysed: 9 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 4, 52 min analysed: 30 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons, 5 highlights.
- Stream 5, 1h analysed: 16 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: 27 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 3 highlights.
- Stream 7, 1h analysed: 29 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 3 problems.
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 (93)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #38Frustration
torches burn out, break or get lost too quickly
3 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
inventory runs out of space early in a run
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
upgrades cost too much for the money runs bring in
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustrationblocking
run timer expires while the team is heading back
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
route back through the dungeon is hard to find
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
shared team gold and who spent it is not explained
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
enemy imitating a teammate kills players unexpectedly
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
enemies deal damage before players can see them
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #44Frustration
backpack breaks mid run and loses what is inside
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
rat attacks cause deaths that feel unfair
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
item and equip controls are never taught to new players
2 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
goblin customization menu is hard to find before playing
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
pressure traps are stepped on unnoticed and deal damage
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustrationblocking
death wipes purchases and banked loot
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
dropped torch invisible to the other co-op player
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
corpse invisible to some teammates
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
unclear where dead teammates must be carried to revive
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
bucket timer is not visible during a run
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
fast enemies feel stronger and resist fire
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
one co-op player cannot buy items in the shop
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
easy to get lost when trying to return to the bucket
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
sudden deaths in the crypt feel unwinnable
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
thief enemy steals items and forces a tedious chase
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
unkillable slimes eat dropped loot
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
some enemies cannot be hurt with early weapons
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
emote input failed so a teammate was mistaken for a mimic
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
falling into floor holes loses carried torches
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
stamina drains after a moment of sprinting
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
runs keep starting near the same deadly area
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
first run fails the food quota
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
hiding under tables does not stop firefly damage
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Frustration
ghost puts out the torch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Frustration
several monsters stack up at one loot spot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
picked up cup vanished
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
discovery popup repeats for already found items
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
stamina, sprint and movement speed rules are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
torch moved out of the weapon slot confuses returning players
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
floor unlocking and the cog requirement are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
voice chat rules for dead players and distance
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
hub area not recognisable as the safe starting room
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
way up to the next level is not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
decorative locked doors look usable with a key
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
trip counter at the travel lever is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
torches can burn teammates without any warning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
sell button at the shop is not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
left and right eye options are not clearly labelled
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
accessory icons are hard to identify
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
interaction now needs a hold without warning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
magic action is never explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
poison buildup indicator is not recognised at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
purpose of the upper hub area is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
hiding spot on a hub ledge seems out of place
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
unclear whether crypt piles can be dug
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
purpose of lighting every torch is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
no obvious place to sell loot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
being carried and breaking free is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
time warning not seen by every player
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
spores hurt even at a low fungus meter
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
achievement does not show which secret was found
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
rules for picking up bodies are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
fungus spreading between players is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Confusion
unclear that the golem cannot be hurt with weapons
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Frustration
fungus spores hurt and spread infection between players
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Frustration
hair hides the eyes while customizing so eyes get skipped
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Frustration
early floors have too few enemies
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Frustration
recovering dead teammates is unclear and slow
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Frustration
teammates look alike and are hard to tell apart
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Frustration
breaking free from a grab at a ledge means falling
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Frustration
grainy image filter with no way to reduce it
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Frustration
carrying large objects blocks the camera view
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Frustration
many hairstyles have bald or patchy backs
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Frustration
update resets custom keybinds
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Frustration
failed parkour jumps cost too much health to retry
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Frustration
loading times feel longer after the update
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Frustration
saving bucket removal means hauling all food back
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Frustration
removed drum is missed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Frustration
few fire sources and dark cellar make lighting hard
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Frustration
npcs carry very little loot
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Frustration
voice chat cuts out during loading screens
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Frustration
hair colour palette too limited for specific looks
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Frustration
pit areas are too dark to see anything
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Frustration
exhaustion warning on screen is mistaken for a jump scare
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Frustration
lit torches set nearby teammates on fire
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Frustration
cannot leap while holding an item
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Frustration
stick weapon wears out quickly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Frustration
full inventory blocks putting away the held item
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Frustration
flytrap cannot be burned with a torch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Frustration
locked chest lost on the way out
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Frustration
chests need keys that are rarely found
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Frustration
easy to trigger drop or item use by accident
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Frustration
accidental deaths from falling off ledges
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Frustration
hitting one npc makes a group attack
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #93Frustration
rats carry off boss corpses before players return for them
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (5)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #94Suggestion
no option to turn off discovery popups
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #95Comparison
compared to other games
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #96Comparison
orb lookout role compared to lethal company
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #97Comparison
infectious mushroom spores compared to another survival game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #98Comparison
chaotic co-op compared to another friend horror game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (15)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #99Highlight
watching teammates in the dungeon from the hub is loved
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #100Highlight
cooking food on a grill is a welcome addition
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #101Highlight
character creator makes recognisable look-alike goblins
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #102Highlight
king queen colony ruler is a fun touch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #103Highlight
bread can mark explored paths
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #104Highlight
carrying a downed teammate is charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #105Highlight
finding good food loot feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #106Highlight
loading screen art is liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #107Highlight
jewelled horn accessories are a hit
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #108Highlight
bucket deposit notification is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #109Highlight
four player co-op exploration appeals
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #110Highlight
flute pitch follows where the player looks
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #111Highlight
goblin mouths move with voice chat
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #112Highlight
movement tricks and lobby horseplay are fun
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #113Highlight
feeding scene at the end of a run is enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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