Playtest report preview
Second StoneWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
Action RPG about a treasure hunter crossing between parallel worlds and wielding elemental Manastones.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of Second Stone (7h 15m in total). The problem that came up most: demo opening sequence order leaves players lost in the story, in 2 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 15m analysed · English, French, Portuguese · analysed in the week of 19 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 60
- Ideas
- 7
- Highlights
- 25
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 153 in all.
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- Stream 1, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 2, 55 min analysed: 7 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 3, 47 min analysed: 23 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 6 highlights.
- Stream 4, 1h analysed: 3 problems, 3 suggestions or comparisons, 6 highlights.
- Stream 5, 1h analysed: 26 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 7 highlights.
- Stream 6, 43 min analysed: 5 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 4 highlights.
- Stream 7, 50 min analysed: 17 problems, 4 suggestions or comparisons, 18 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 13 problems, 4 highlights.
Problems (60)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #1Bug
demo performance drops on pc
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
demo opening sequence order leaves players lost in the story
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
black shadow enemies blend into the environment in fights
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
audio volume too loud by default
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
top right popup covers information in upgrade menus
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
options menu lacks basic graphics settings like brightness
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
controls not taught, players discover inputs by accident
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
demo boundaries and invisible walls limit exploration
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
16:10 option shrinks image and mouse cursor vanishes in menu
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
settings reset after relaunching the demo
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
intro cinematic music drowns out the narrator
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Bug
bug forced a restart and replay of the opening
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
light needed to hurt shadow enemies is unclear in fights
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
unclear what to target to clear arena rooms
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
unclear how to close portals
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
hard to find remaining portals, enemies and the way forward
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
tutorial prompts tucked away in upper right corner
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
difficulty feels unbalanced
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Bug
dialogue text shadow is offset from the letters
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Bug
some sound effects missing in the opening area
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Bug
water stone description copies the fire stone text
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Bug
stone names overlap in the fuse upgrade screen
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Bug
untextured void visible through openings beyond the camera
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
button presses give no visible result or feedback
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
purpose of coins and breakables is never explained
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
tutorial prompts are easy to miss or arrive late
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
mana stone tier order is hard to understand
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
unclear how magic refills and why prologue powers vanish
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
invisible block when leaving the starting area
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
no clear way back to controller after mouse input
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
unclear which mana stones grant skills and where
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
perfect cast timing for elemental locks not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
charged attack release timing is not obvious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
source of upgrade stones is unclear at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
no breath meter or drowning underwater
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
mana stone combining is explained without showing how
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
dodge input and lack of block are easy to forget
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
stamina is not visible on the hud
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
ancestral tree shows interact prompt before it can be used
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
lore element list omits lightning
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Confusion
protagonist hair colour changes between scenes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Confusion
fire amulet purpose versus round door slot is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Confusion
where to go next needs a map check
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Confusion
fast travel availability is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Confusion
element bonus indicator in menu is easy to miss
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Confusion
stealth section goal not obvious at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Confusion
player and enemy projectiles are hard to tell apart
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Confusion
bow could not be found after the boss
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
slow launch with a long black loading screen
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
fixed camera feels odd and cannot be moved
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
sounds and voice lines missing from the playtest build
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
card minigame is unwelcome and gets skipped
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
card game opponent appears before it can be played
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Frustration
matching spells melt enemies too quickly
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Frustration
surfacing from a dive is delayed or needs two presses
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Frustration
forest boss regains health mid fight
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Frustration
no portuguese language option in settings
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Frustration
item and lore text uses dense vocabulary and is long
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Frustration
projectile enemies are annoying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Frustration
spark stone spell feels weak and its use is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (7)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #66Comparison
game feel compared to kingdom hearts style action platformers
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Suggestion
narration voices too quiet with no voice volume slider
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Suggestion
enemy loot drops are hard to see in combat
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Suggestion
no playstation button prompts for playstation controllers
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Suggestion
music could be stronger
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Suggestion
wants a better dash for traversal
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Comparison
magic system compared to materia
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (25)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #68Highlight
game visuals and environments praised
5 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #69Highlight
discovering the built-in card game is a pleasant surprise
3 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #70Highlight
main menu background artwork admired
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #71Highlight
melee combat and moveset feel good to play
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #72Highlight
stomping on enemy heads is a fun platforming discovery
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #73Highlight
double jump available early is a welcome find
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #74Highlight
soundtrack during the villain boss scene is liked
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #75Highlight
elemental puzzles and locked doors are enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #76Highlight
forest boss fight is enjoyed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #77Highlight
animated tutorial panels are appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #78Highlight
magic feels very strong and bosses fall quickly
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #79Highlight
timed casting rewards with bigger spells
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #80Highlight
dark knight boss looks and sounds great
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #81Highlight
weapon and character designs look good
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #82Highlight
upgraded weapon stone gives satisfying melee damage
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #83Highlight
elemental mana stones on the sword are fun
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #84Highlight
logo and visuals capture the early 2000s console feel
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #85Highlight
deep spell customization in the stone magic system
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #86Highlight
lightning power is a favourite element
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #87Highlight
ledge climbing is a pleasant discovery
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #88Highlight
swimming and diving are a pleasant surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #89Highlight
protagonist model and voice acting impress in the intro
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #90Highlight
lock on targeting is welcome
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #91Highlight
classic style health and mana bars appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #92Highlight
camera side can be chosen
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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