BlackcurrantYT
Refugee
I want to be perfectly clear from the start: I was genuinely excited for this game, and I actually enjoy the core gameplay. However, the issues I've faced aren't minor nitpicks; they are fundamental problems that, taken together, completely prevent me from playing and enjoying the product I paid for.
And I also want to say that when I say something about developers or mention them, I will mean iLLOGIKA.
1) The Bug Report System is a Dead End
The game has a Bug Report feature, which is a great idea on paper. But its implementation is, frankly, baffling. The form itself states that they will not be working on your specific issue, but thanks you for sending it anyway. -???
This makes me question the logic behind it. What is the point? Do the developers genuinely believe that the correct response to a player's bug report, complaint, or feedback is to simply archive it on a server and forget about it? Shouldn't I at least receive an automated response with a ticket number, or ideally, some follow-up on my problem?
2) Progress Does Not Save
My progress is not saving. I feel like I'm the only one with this problem, as barely anyone else seems to be complaining. The game only remembers my character skin and equipment preset. But all my resources, level, purchases, and skills - everything is reset to zero after I log out.
I can't disable Steam Cloud - the option simply doesn't exist in the game's properties on Steam. Yet, the game has no problem throwing a Steam Cloud synchronization error at me. So what am I supposed to do? Launch the game only to lose everything every time? Or just refund it and move on?
This is incredibly frustrating and makes me doubt the team's competence. It's hard to believe they had a hand in the polished perfection of Cuphead when looking at the state of 7 Days Blood Moons. The strong impression is that the game was barely tested at all.
I was a game tester; I even have the Pimp Outfit to prove it. Back then, I couldn't get past the main menu - that seems to be fixed. But what's the point if I can't save my progress?
3) Twitch Drops Are Broken
I gifted 2 subscriptions to a streamer in the Creator Program, got the drop (Watcher Set), and successfully claimed it - the checkmark is there. But the set simply does not appear in the game. I've been waiting since the release of Blood Moons.
Twitch Support stated the problem is on the game developers' side. But again, how do I contact them? Through that useless Google Form?
I really hope the set arrives in 7 Days to Die in December as promised, otherwise it will be just ridiculous. The Fun Pimps, please don't let me down.
(4) The Matchmaking Is Broken
I can't find any matches. In Quick Play, once in a blue moon, I might get into a lobby, but then nothing happens. Five players just stand there with a green "Ready" status - and that's it. I sat there for an hour with nothing changing.
The only place I can somewhat play is in Custom Play. But, as I've already said, all progress is wiped after leaving. What is the point? All I want is to be able to have a cozy gaming session with friends, and I can't even do that.
And I'm tired of repeating myself about those useless Google Forms...
A final word for those who might think I'm just a "perpetually dissatisfied hater" - I am NOT.
Let me say it again: I like the gameplay. I swear I would be playing this if it were actually possible. But I can't. Right now, it's a main menu simulator that, in its current state, is not worth its price tag. And you don't need to be a game developer to understand that.
This post wouldn't even exist if the bug report system actually dealt with players' problems, instead of just collecting them for who-knows-what.
Right now, I am angry at this game. I deeply dislike all the trouble it has put me through.
And I also want to say that when I say something about developers or mention them, I will mean iLLOGIKA.
1) The Bug Report System is a Dead End
The game has a Bug Report feature, which is a great idea on paper. But its implementation is, frankly, baffling. The form itself states that they will not be working on your specific issue, but thanks you for sending it anyway. -???
This makes me question the logic behind it. What is the point? Do the developers genuinely believe that the correct response to a player's bug report, complaint, or feedback is to simply archive it on a server and forget about it? Shouldn't I at least receive an automated response with a ticket number, or ideally, some follow-up on my problem?
2) Progress Does Not Save
My progress is not saving. I feel like I'm the only one with this problem, as barely anyone else seems to be complaining. The game only remembers my character skin and equipment preset. But all my resources, level, purchases, and skills - everything is reset to zero after I log out.
I can't disable Steam Cloud - the option simply doesn't exist in the game's properties on Steam. Yet, the game has no problem throwing a Steam Cloud synchronization error at me. So what am I supposed to do? Launch the game only to lose everything every time? Or just refund it and move on?
This is incredibly frustrating and makes me doubt the team's competence. It's hard to believe they had a hand in the polished perfection of Cuphead when looking at the state of 7 Days Blood Moons. The strong impression is that the game was barely tested at all.
I was a game tester; I even have the Pimp Outfit to prove it. Back then, I couldn't get past the main menu - that seems to be fixed. But what's the point if I can't save my progress?
3) Twitch Drops Are Broken
I gifted 2 subscriptions to a streamer in the Creator Program, got the drop (Watcher Set), and successfully claimed it - the checkmark is there. But the set simply does not appear in the game. I've been waiting since the release of Blood Moons.
Twitch Support stated the problem is on the game developers' side. But again, how do I contact them? Through that useless Google Form?
I really hope the set arrives in 7 Days to Die in December as promised, otherwise it will be just ridiculous. The Fun Pimps, please don't let me down.
(4) The Matchmaking Is Broken
I can't find any matches. In Quick Play, once in a blue moon, I might get into a lobby, but then nothing happens. Five players just stand there with a green "Ready" status - and that's it. I sat there for an hour with nothing changing.
The only place I can somewhat play is in Custom Play. But, as I've already said, all progress is wiped after leaving. What is the point? All I want is to be able to have a cozy gaming session with friends, and I can't even do that.
And I'm tired of repeating myself about those useless Google Forms...
A final word for those who might think I'm just a "perpetually dissatisfied hater" - I am NOT.
Let me say it again: I like the gameplay. I swear I would be playing this if it were actually possible. But I can't. Right now, it's a main menu simulator that, in its current state, is not worth its price tag. And you don't need to be a game developer to understand that.
This post wouldn't even exist if the bug report system actually dealt with players' problems, instead of just collecting them for who-knows-what.
Right now, I am angry at this game. I deeply dislike all the trouble it has put me through.
