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TOEM 2What streamers ran into on Twitch
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Casual adventure where you play as a photographer exploring and documenting the world.
We listened to 8 Twitch streams of TOEM 2 (7h 1m in total). The problem that came up most: unclear what collected items are for and where they go, in 2 of 8 streams.
8 Twitch streams · 7h 1m analysed · English, Portuguese, Spanish, French · analysed in the week of 5 Oct 2026 · Steam page
- Problems
- 27
- Ideas
- 5
- Highlights
- 29
Each problem, idea and highlight counts once, however often it came up. The timeline counts every moment: 98 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, 49 min analysed: 2 problems, 1 highlight.
- Stream 2, 1h analysed: 7 highlights.
- Stream 3, 1h analysed: nothing specific enough to report.
- Stream 4, 38 min analysed: 3 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 11 highlights.
- Stream 5, 58 min analysed: 18 problems, 2 suggestions or comparisons, 15 highlights.
- Stream 6, 48 min analysed: 5 problems, 1 highlight.
- Stream 7, 49 min analysed: 5 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 9 highlights.
- Stream 8, 1h analysed: 10 problems, 1 suggestion or comparison, 6 highlights.
Problems (27)
Bugs, confusion, frustration and the moments players gave up. The ones most streams ran into come first.
- #2Confusion
unclear what collected items are for and where they go
2 of 8 streams · 5 moments
5 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #3Confusion
unclear which creatures count or what listed critters look like
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #4Confusion
cloud shape quest does not explain how to take a valid photo
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #5Confusion
photos fail to register until unexplained conditions like focus or distance are met
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #6Confusion
journal photo slots do not indicate which subject they want
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #7Confusion
collected jam not available to hand over to the rooster
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #8Confusion
gift placed up high has no readable route
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #1Bug
player escapes level boundaries in cropton
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #9Confusion
no hint on how to clean the muddy pigs
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #10Confusion
photo indicators on plants and buildings register nothing
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #11Confusion
hard to remember what each pending task requires
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #12Confusion
auto rotate option does not explain what it does
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #13Confusion
unclear how to leave selfie mode
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #14Confusion
loading zone exit not recognisable
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #15Confusion
cloud shape quest scope across areas is unclear
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #16Confusion
new camera gadget purpose unclear when first received
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #17Confusion
photo task requirements unclear until trial and error
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #18Confusion
climbing controls explained in a way that does not land
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #19Confusion
using the camera as scissors is not obvious at first
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #20Confusion
unclear which objects can be cut with scissors
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #21Confusion
unclear when a repeat animal photo counts as new
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #22Frustration
scarecrow keeps rejecting placement spots
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #23Frustration
opening tutorial over explains obvious steps
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #24Frustration
opening broadcast gives little useful information
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #25Frustration
stamp placement too limited for drawing shapes
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #26Frustration
healed rooster crows nonstop
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #27Frustration
walkman starts with no songs
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.
- #28Suggestion
no option to favourite photos in the album
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #29Comparison
focus button noticed as new compared to the first game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #30Comparison
haystack needle read as a reference to another game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #31Comparison
older looking protagonist noticed compared to the first game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #32Comparison
new map fixes a gap from the first game
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
What landed (29)
Moments players clearly enjoyed.
- #33Highlight
new camera tools such as drone and scissors are a delight
3 of 8 streams · 8 moments
8 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #34Highlight
finding and photographing cute animals and critters is enjoyable
2 of 8 streams · 7 moments
7 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #35Highlight
cosmetic outfits and hoods are enjoyable to wear
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #36Highlight
soundtrack, both returning and new music, is enjoyed
2 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #37Highlight
new climbing mechanic is welcomed
2 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #38Highlight
camera zoom and new focus control are well liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #39Highlight
humorous npc writing and puns land well
1 of 8 streams · 3 moments
3 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #40Highlight
collectible keychains on the backpack are loved
1 of 8 streams · 2 moments
2 quotes + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #41Highlight
flat characters in a 3d world look convincing
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #42Highlight
background details in the festival broadcast are charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #43Highlight
farewell scene at the first bus stop lands emotionally
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #44Highlight
playful character animations and expressions
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #45Highlight
lighting in the opening house looks great
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #46Highlight
trampoline in the home area is a hit
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #47Highlight
story continuing from the first game is welcome
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #48Highlight
fast running speed feels good
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #49Highlight
selfie poses are a pleasant surprise
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #50Highlight
per region compendium completion is appreciated
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #51Highlight
new minimap helps navigation
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #52Highlight
cloud shape spots with reaction icons are fun
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #53Highlight
starting home and tutorial feel detailed and charming
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #54Highlight
haircut minigame results are funny
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #55Highlight
cute bakery toast character in cropten
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #56Highlight
title screen art is admired
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #57Highlight
eye icons for reactive photo subjects are liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #58Highlight
bus driver character design is liked
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #59Highlight
walking on pebbles feels satisfying
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #60Highlight
placing photos in home frames feels rewarding
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report - #61Highlight
side quests pull players to finish the whole area
1 of 8 streams · 1 moment
1 quote + ▶ timestamps in the full report
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