Hollywood Animal

Players experience frustration primarily due to technical issues like crashes, save file corruption, and stability problems, which disrupt gameplay and cause lost progress. Additionally, the game's steep learning curve, unbalanced mechanics, and lack of guidance exacerbate difficulty, particularly in the early game, leading to repetitive trial-and-error gameplay and financial struggles.

Disappointment stems from the game's failure to meet expectations in depth, polish, and creative freedom, particularly when compared to similar titles like 'The Movies.' Players criticize misleading marketing, repetitive late-game content, and persistent bugs, as well as unfulfilled promises from developers, such as lack of updates, shallow mechanics, and broken systems like the awards and economic models.

Players feel excitement due to the game's unique premise, immersive atmosphere, and engaging gameplay loop, particularly in the early stages. The dark tone, creative freedom in filmmaking, and potential for future updates or expansions contribute to its addictive and rewarding experience, especially once mechanics are understood.

Hope is driven by the belief that the game will improve through future updates, addressing current flaws like balancing issues, bugs, and lack of content. Players appreciate developer responsiveness and the potential for features like a sandbox mode, metagame progression, or deeper strategic elements to enhance the experience.

Enjoyment arises from the game's challenging yet rewarding mechanics, creative freedom in filmmaking, and immersive portrayal of the film industry. Players appreciate the humor, soundtrack, and depth of gameplay, which provide a vicarious and engaging experience despite its flaws.