Schedule I

Players experience significant frustration due to pervasive bugs, performance issues, and game instability, particularly in multiplayer and late-game scenarios. Key pain points include progression-blocking bugs, crashes, poor optimization (e.g., lack of DLSS support), and tedious micromanagement systems like employee automation and storage, which disrupt the gameplay loop.

Excitement stems from the game's unique and chaotic gameplay mechanics, such as drug mixing, faction wars, and multiplayer interactions. Players are also energized by the potential of future updates (e.g., the 'shrooms update') and the addictive, unpredictable nature of the gameplay loop, which offers high customization and replayability.

Satisfaction arises from the rewarding progression system, strategic depth, and the joy of building and optimizing a drug empire. Players appreciate the frequent updates, developer engagement, and the game's ability to balance challenge with accessibility, particularly in solo or co-op play.

The game's humor and absurdity, such as ridiculous drug names (e.g., 'Strawberry Monkey'), chaotic NPC interactions, and satirical tone, provide consistent amusement. Players also enjoy the creative freedom in mixing ingredients and the lighthearted, cartoonish chaos that unfolds during gameplay.

Disappointment is driven by persistent bugs, slow content updates, and unfulfilled potential, particularly in late-game mechanics like the Cartel update. Players feel let down by the lack of developer responsiveness, repetitive grind, and technical issues that disrupt immersion and progression.