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The Undead LawyerWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
Action puzzle racing game about reviving and executing damned souls.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of The Undead Lawyer (7h 13m in total). The problem that came up most: medal target times are hard to see, so players guess, in 3 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 13m analysed · English · analysed in the week of 26 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 53
- Ideas
- 3
- Highlights
- 11
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 147 in all.
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- Stream 1, 39 min analysed: 8 problems.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 9 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 4 highlights.
- Stream 3, 1h analysed: 11 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 6 highlights.
- Stream 4, 1h analysed: 22 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison.
- Stream 5, 54 min analysed: 21 problems, 3 highlights.
- Stream 6, 39 min analysed: 12 problems, 4 suggestions or comparisons, 2 highlights.
- Stream 7, 1h analysed: 27 problems, 2 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 10 problems, 3 highlights.
Problems (53)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #6Confusion
medal target times are hard to see, so players guess
3 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Frustration
runs keep snagging on doorways, ledges and level geometry
3 of 8 streams · 6 moments
6 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
advanced speed and momentum techniques are not discoverable
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
slide jump tutorial step is hard to understand and perform
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
wall run input and valid wall surfaces are not communicated
2 of 8 streams · 9 moments
9 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
unclear which hazard or destination each enemy or soul needs
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
level routes are hard to read and players head the wrong way
2 of 8 streams · 8 moments
8 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
collectibles inside levels are hard to recognize and find
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
turning the character or camera is not obvious at first
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Frustration
speed is lost or gained unpredictably in speed sections
2 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
gun often refuses to fire when pressed
1 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
level select leaderboards show wrong times
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Bug
switching acts in level select triggers a reproducible bug
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
intro climb onto the deity relies on mechanics the tutorial never recalls
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
momentum shift is inconsistent and hard to understand
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
invisible wall blocks skips until the soul is placed
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
basketball level scoring and ui unclear, ace too hard
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Frustration
certain levels become tiresome after repeated medal attempts
1 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Frustration
grab fails to trigger inconsistently
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Frustration
accidental mantles cost time and speed
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Frustration
controller feels worse than keyboard and mouse
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Frustration
first level feels hard for a non speedrunner
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Frustration
painting unlock needs too many ace coins
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Frustration
wall kicks launch the player the wrong way
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Frustration
rapid clicking beats holding to throw and strains fingers
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Bug
statue moves and glitches when running off its beak
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Bug
anti-cheat flags a legitimate run as suspicious
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
soul grab and shoot controls take getting used to
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
unclear how to get down from walls or exit level ends
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
unclear routes and grab range to reach enemies
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
feather item purpose unclear and easy to lose
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Confusion
unclear whether the aiming slowdown is intended
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Confusion
level select markers and completion percentage are unexplained
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Confusion
no clear feedback that a kill counted
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Confusion
purpose of targets in the level is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Confusion
wall run speed reset is not communicated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Confusion
progression path is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Confusion
tutorial prompts can be dismissed by mashing keys
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Confusion
levels do not encourage new players onto walls
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Confusion
hub items hard to locate
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Confusion
unexpected launches during movement
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Confusion
level exit is not recognisable as the exit
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Frustration
player and thrown enemies bounce off doors and objects
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Frustration
turnarounds and wall jumps feel slow without helpful walls
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Frustration
ledge climbing feels janky
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Frustration
wrong mouse button pressed often
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Frustration
camera turning kills momentum
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Frustration
enemies in light must still be grabbed
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Frustration
large opening jump feels nearly impossible
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Frustration
podium placed in the running path
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Frustration
tutorial platinum times feel strict
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Frustration
enemy throws need pixel perfect aim on speed routes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Frustration
repeated runs miss the target time
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
Suggestions and comparisons (3)
What players asked for, and which games they compared yours to.
- #54Suggestion
requests for optional reset tracking, modifiers and extra leaderboards
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Suggestion
enemy icons hard to read
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Suggestion
request for special movement surfaces
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (11)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #57Highlight
wall running and sliding movement feel good
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Highlight
timed levels and run tools suit speedrunning
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Highlight
hub upgrades and menus feel rich from the start
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Highlight
gun colors can be customized and unlocked
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Highlight
discovering movement tricks and hidden routes feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #62Highlight
ladders being weaker than jumping is a funny touch
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #63Highlight
hold to throw allows buffering throws
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #64Highlight
medal times feel fair and reachable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #65Highlight
reworked level with new shortcuts is a favourite
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #66Highlight
music gets a positive reaction early on
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #67Highlight
artifact collection entries are enjoyable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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