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Potato PleaseWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
Physics-based first-person simulation where you peel potatoes.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Potato Please (7h 13m in total). The problem that came up most: coughed blood keeps spoiling potatoes and slowing peeling, in 5 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 13m analysed · Japanese, Russian, English, Chinese · analysed in the week of 9 Nov 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 71
- Ideas
- 5
- Highlights
- 19
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 211 in all.
Read what they actually saidFull report with quotes and VOD links · $49Where the moments happened
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- Stream 1, 45 min analysed: 21 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 3, 34 min analysed: 23 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 5 highlights.
- Stream 4, 58 min analysed: 27 problems, 7 suggestions or comparisons, 13 highlights.
- Stream 5, 1h analysed: 22 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 10 highlights.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: 42 problems, 11 highlights.
- Stream 7, 1h analysed: 2 problems.
- Stream 8, 56 min analysed: 19 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 2 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 (71)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #39Frustration
coughed blood keeps spoiling potatoes and slowing peeling
5 of 8 streams · 16 moments
16 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
early income too low to afford upgrades
4 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Confusion
unclear when a potato counts as fully peeled
3 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
peeling controls feel imprecise and clumsy to handle
3 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
players cannot find the terminal for upgrades and mail
3 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
carry limit of three potatoes feels too low
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
floor mopping goal and completion are not explained
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
hidden grenade in the pile goes off with no warning
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #43Frustration
hand tremor makes controlling the knife hard
2 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
early peeling cuts away too much potato flesh
2 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
starting knife makes early peeling slow and unpleasant
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
shift workload feels too long to get through
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
effects of the cold are not communicated to the player
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
locked iron door gives no hint how to open it
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
stamina and stamina skills are not explained
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
potato is marked done before the player finishes peeling
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
money requests from the son exceed what the player earns
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
default hud and on-screen text sizes are too small
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
upgrade tree forces unwanted carry capacity upgrades
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
no sprint while hauling potatoes early on
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
hard mode cuts income too harshly
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
cold outside forces slow work and warm-up breaks
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
game lags and stutters, worse with large potato piles
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
first shift does not explain washing or how to start peeling
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
unclear how to unlock better knives at the terminal
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
intended peeling motion discovered only late
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
sack opening and peeling routine becomes tedious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
hidden bomb in the pile kills without warning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
hard to sort good and rotten potatoes in hand
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
blood appears on hidden side of potato
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
potato gets stuck while loading
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
potato eyes and peel grading not explained
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
shift quota and end condition are unclear
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
silent tutorial makes players think music is missing
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
source of straw on the floor is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
transport fee in shift results is not explained
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
difficulty option descriptions are hard to understand
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
journal reward text about a door is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
opening a sack spills every potato onto the floor
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
next objective unclear after buying the first skill
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
random cough can seem tied to a button press
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
streak bonus is not explained before its upgrade
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
forced smoke break comes as a surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
cutting a potato open gets punished as waste without warning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
unclear how to peel the top end of a potato
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
knife upgrade has more tiers than expected
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
radio does nothing when first used
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
reprimand given without a clear reason
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
unclear how to spend skill points after promotion
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
unclear whether quality or quantity pays better
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
unclear whether blood comes from coughing or a cut
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
hard to tell which letter in the mail is new
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
expected dog and robot vacuum not found by level three
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
stacking a second row in the crate is never taught
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Confusion
unclear if secretly giving potatoes away can be caught
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Confusion
son's name in letters seems inconsistent
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
pickup grabs several potatoes when only one is wanted
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
vertical knife strokes much harder than horizontal ones
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
default mouse sensitivity feels too high
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
very small potatoes are fiddly to peel
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Frustration
upgrade menu scrolls slowly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Frustration
rotating a potato too fast ruins the peel
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Frustration
knife peeling animation looks erratic
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Frustration
mopping peels interrupts peeling too often
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Frustration
auto rotate toggle key is easy to miss
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Frustration
holding the mouse button to peel strains the hand
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Frustration
potato orientation changes unexpectedly while peeling
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Frustration
peeling needs more focus than a relaxing game suggests
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Frustration
mop dries out very quickly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Frustration
radio music too loud and volume setting barely helps
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Frustration
auto peel skill trades combo bonus for easy perfect peels
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.
- #72Suggestion
carry limit of three potatoes feels too low
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Suggestion
workshop is silent with no background music
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Suggestion
wish for branching endings in the son's story
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Comparison
mood reminds players of a border inspection game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Comparison
focus while peeling compared to a grand strategy game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (19)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #77Highlight
repetitive peeling loop is calming and absorbing
4 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
varied potato shapes and types are fun to find
3 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
hidden resistance notes inside potatoes are a highlight
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
visible improvement in peel quality feels rewarding
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
auto rotate unlock makes peeling more pleasant
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
knife upgrade gives a clearly better cut
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
mopping the floor is a pleasant surprise
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
letters from the son liven up the routine
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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- #85Highlight
auto launcher upgrade is an appealing automation step
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Highlight
dartboard minigame is a fun break
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Highlight
tremor reduction skill makes peeling much easier
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Highlight
carry capacity upgrade feels worthwhile
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Highlight
music praised once it plays
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Highlight
larger centre dot helps against motion sickness
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Highlight
holding several potatoes at once is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Highlight
curing the cough feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #93Highlight
forced smoke break is funny once understood
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #94Highlight
opening tutorial is easy to follow
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #95Highlight
clean peeled potatoes look appetising
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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