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S.O.N.A.R. - Submarine Operators Not Actually ReadyWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
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Co-op submarine simulation for 1 to 4 players where you operate sonar, pilot, fight, and repair.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of S.O.N.A.R. - Submarine Operators Not Actually Ready (7h 3m in total). The problem that came up most: sonar contacts hard to tell apart as mines, ships or structures, in 3 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 3m analysed · French, English, German · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 66
- Ideas
- 2
- Highlights
- 22
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 138 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, 47 min analysed: 20 problems.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 20 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 3, 54 min analysed: 14 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 4, 56 min analysed: 15 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 5, 52 min analysed: 14 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 3 highlights.
- Stream 6, 41 min analysed: 3 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 7, 53 min analysed: 13 problems, 3 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 14 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 5 highlights.
Problems (66)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #1Bug
game freezes or hangs briefly during play
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Confusion
sonar identification tools and lesson are hard to understand
3 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Confusion
sonar contacts hard to tell apart as mines, ships or structures
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
joining a friend's session by code is not discoverable
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
oxygen supply and refilling are not explained
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
navigation map lacks a north marker, causing wrong routes
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
red alert lighting triggers with no clear cause
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
returning players forget station controls and torpedo keys
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
mission selection now offers two missions instead of three
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
fan panel reports fans on after switching them off
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
no movement feedback at silent running speed
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
no hint on how to open salvaged crates or treasure
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Frustration
emote wheel bound to a mouse button many mice lack
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Frustration
carried fuse disappears on the way to an engine room repair
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
no feedback whether countermeasures were fired
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
crew unsure which mission and objective they picked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
own submarine position hard to find at the helm
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Frustration
frequent alarms and beeping are unclear and drown out the engine
1 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Frustration
enemy torpedo fire is too relentless to evade
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
damage alarm noise gives away the sub so players disable warnings
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
seabed, walls and own position hard to read while navigating
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
steering and depth need separate players at separate stations
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
engine breaks and overloads repeatedly with unclear cause
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
flooding sinks the submarine to the seabed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
decoy ammo in the tubes feels useless during combat
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
ready status cannot be cancelled in the lobby
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
no hint on how to use the toilet
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
proximity voice and intercom rules are hard to understand
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
stations and rooms are hard to find inside the submarine
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
detection meter alert not recognised at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
unclear whether flooding drags the sub deeper
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
suction station icon reads as a bell
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
sea mine fill stat is hard to interpret
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
unclear what to aim at when firing torpedoes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
dive lesson does not confirm the target depth was reached
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
overeating vomit is not explained beforehand
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
purpose of the microphone element is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
unclear whether reaching a waypoint stops the submarine
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
unclear where food and coffee come from on board
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
player count wording in mode descriptions is ambiguous
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
interact key also triggers a punch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
unclear what clicking a fault on the diagnosis panel does
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
first mission submarine state differs from tutorial
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
later mission waypoints not available on the map yet
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
silent running effect unclear and too slow to be useful
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
aligning the sub over loot for pickup is fiddly
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
repairs cost too much time in timed runs
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
dropped torpedo is hard to find again inside the sub
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
used canisters and filters are thrown on the floor
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
voice chat transmits mouse clicks and background noise
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
engine fuel always starts low
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
cameras now rotate with the submarine after an update
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
ready status cannot be cancelled in the lobby
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
terrain on the map reveals too slowly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
camera cannot tilt while using the depth station
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
submarine speed hard to manage at the helm
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
character creator defaults to a male character
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
desirable cosmetics locked behind high levels
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
too few outfits so crewmates look identical
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
small starting stock of food and torpedoes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Frustration
no music plays during missions
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Frustration
held items can only be thrown, not set down
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Frustration
tutorial blocks experimenting with diving too deep
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Frustration
tutorial feels long and the game complex
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Frustration
stations spread across the boat feel heavy for solo play
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Frustration
looking at the tray puts held food back
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (2)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #67Suggestion
add noise suppression to voice chat
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #68Suggestion
mission list puts unavailable entries first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (22)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #69Highlight
lip sync with voice chat is a nice touch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Highlight
cosmetic hats in customization and unlocks are well liked
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Highlight
salvage tube suction is satisfying but crates resist
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Highlight
switching sonar off makes the sub nearly undetectable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Highlight
level ups unlock new items
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
diving under incoming fire and sinking the attacker feels great
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
collision warning beeps in tight passages are funny
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
working toilet is a fun detail
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
new hull shake on diving feels realistic
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
cameras now rotate with the submarine
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
emote wheel is a fun discovery
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
recovery station camera zoom is enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
good range of female face options
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
players are excited about the upcoming open world mode
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
new working claw for picking up treasure is well received
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
engine running smoothly after repair feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Highlight
sharing the submarine between two crew members is fun
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Highlight
german interface and subtitles are appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Highlight
filter wear shown through several clear indicators
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Highlight
route editing allows removing waypoints mid route
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Highlight
all torpedo tubes can be loaded
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Highlight
humorous tutorial explanations land well
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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