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The Witch's BakeryWhat streamers ran into on Twitch
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Narrative adventure RPG where you serve customers as a witch-baker in Paris.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of The Witch's Bakery (6h 39m in total). The problem that came up most: bakery decorations too expensive for the available budget, in 2 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 6h 39m analysed · German, Portuguese, English, French · analysed in the week of 12 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 17
- Ideas
- 2
- Highlights
- 24
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 65 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, 46 min analysed: 4 problems, 4 highlights.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 1 problem, 6 highlights.
- Stream 3, 50 min analysed: 3 problems, 8 highlights.
- Stream 4, 44 min analysed: 9 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 3 highlights.
- Stream 5, 37 min analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 6, 1h analysed: 1 problem, 2 highlights.
- Stream 7, 46 min analysed: 2 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 5 highlights.
- Stream 8, 55 min analysed: 2 problems, 13 highlights.
Problems (17)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #10Frustration
bakery decorations too expensive for the available budget
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Frustration
customers arrive or leave before opening dough is ready
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
mouse input unreliable in dough preparation quick time events
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #2Bug
workshop recipe levels reportedly not increasing in full game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Confusion
magic shop is empty after the first purchase with no explanation
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Confusion
unknown speaker shown as question marks is confusing
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
unclear how to enter the bakery on arrival
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
unclear what happens when fatigue runs out
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
shift ends abruptly before last customers are served
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
unclear whether decorations affect gameplay or are cosmetic
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
dirty counter hard to locate during a rush
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Frustration
money runs out quickly for shopping and weekend outings
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Frustration
character names are hard to keep track of
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Frustration
heart level locked until story progresses
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Frustration
game pauses whenever the window loses focus
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Frustration
sound mutes when the window loses focus
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Frustration
daily bakery loop feels repetitive
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.
- #18Suggestion
same sleep animation every day including sunday
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Comparison
soundtrack reminds players of minecraft music
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (24)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #20Highlight
hand-drawn art style praised from the opening onward
5 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Highlight
star creatures near the magic shop are adorable
3 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Highlight
decoration shop lamps and other items appeal to players
2 of 8 streams · 4 moments
4 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Highlight
first bakery service shift is enjoyable to play
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Highlight
story is a strong draw
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Highlight
baked goods look appetizing enough to cause cravings
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Highlight
baking and dough minigames feel fun and true to real pastry
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Highlight
living spaces above the bakery are appealing
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #28Highlight
characters and small creatures are endearing
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Highlight
cat companion is instantly charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Highlight
new customer character design draws a strong positive reaction
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Highlight
regional brazilian recipe is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Highlight
halloween themed shop collection is welcome
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #33Highlight
shop prices drop as relationship level rises
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Highlight
returning magic shop owner recognised from the demo
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Highlight
parody messaging app gets a laugh
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Highlight
greeting customers feels pleasant and rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Highlight
small character animations are charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Highlight
street birds charm players
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Highlight
wearable onesie outfit is a welcome surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Highlight
recipe book includes real recipes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Highlight
admire mode zoom out over the street is charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Highlight
running option is a welcome discovery
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Highlight
regret story adds more depth than expected
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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