Info about Youtubers Life:

Official game description:
  
Create your own videos from your parents’ house and start getting your first subscribers, views, and likes. Meet well-known YouTubers, go to the wildest parties, share your life through social media, and deal with your haters. Monetize your content, sign with exclusive networks, and customize your place with the coolest stuff. Grow until you can afford a mansion in outer space!  
Record gameplays, reviews, speed runs, walkthroughs… Collect all the consoles across all generations, play your favorite titles, and develop your own video games!  
Play 30 different instruments and more than 10 music genres. Publish covers, lessons, duets, compose the catchiest songs and give exciting live concerts!  
Create new, exotic dishes from different gastronomies. Upload tips, tutorials, and collaborative dishes, become an experienced chef, and work in your own restaurant!  
Design your own clothes. Tailor every aspect of your life. Attend fashion events while interviewing celebrities, and hit the runway to experience a top model lifestyle!  
Being a famous creator is everyone's dream! In Youtubers Life you will know how it feels to be a star and go viral! Learn the day-to-day life of famous Youtubers in this simulation game! What will be the theme of your YouTube channel?  
Youtubers Life combines idle and time management into the ultimate influencer simulator! you will have to manage your time to take care of your daily obligations and upload weekly videos to the channel. At first, it will be difficult to get followers but the more videos you upload, the more they will increase! Do not get affected by the comments of your haters, Become a popular youtuber, and live your life surrounded by luxury!  
Before building your video channels you must create your own avatar. First decide among a variety of hats, hairstyle, and shirts, make your avatar a fashion victim, and dress them up with the most modern clothes. But be careful, manage your money well, and do not make unnecessary purchases because every coin saved will bring you closer to your goal: To become a millionaire!  
Once you're ready, the real adventure begins! Choose the theme of your YouTube channel, there are multiple options!  
*   Fashion channel: Design your own clothes, tailor every aspect of your life, and attend fashion events while interviewing the world's top models. If you are lucky enough you will be able to share the runway like a proper model. Are you ready to star in the world's hottest magazines?  
*   Cooking channel: Play this simulator to become a chef and upload your favorite recipe or teach how to cook a delicious dessert. Do not forget to edit the video to make the food look tastier. Be ready to work at the best restaurants in the world and take some ideas from other influencers!  
*   Gaming channel: Record the best gameplays and other gamers will become your fans. Buy the best pcs, consoles, and video games to create the coolest videos. Search for geek videogames and criticize their gameplay, it will generate debate and foster comments! Be a gamer and manage your money to get as many video games as you can.  
*   Music channel: Make videos of your favorite artists and cover their best songs. Soon you'll be able to play live in front of thousands of people! Are you ready for this lifestyle?
Developing a channel is not easy, so manage your money well and do not run out of resources to be able to go shopping. If you follow any video blog, maybe you can take some tips from him to increase your followers. Make yourself the most popular vlogger but… are you ready for all kinds of comments?  
Youtubers Life is a YouTube simulator that will teach you how it’s like to be a social media star and live a life like Jacksepticeye! Reaching stardom and going viral is easy, but the responsibilities of being an influencer are very hard. Manage your time and money and do not stop uploading videos to your channel or you can lose some subscribers. You should go shopping from time to time to update your wardrobe!  
In this Youtubers Life idle simulator you will be able to:  
*   Go shopping and customize your avatar so it looks like whoever you want to be!  
*   Become a vlogger and show your followers what video games are your favorite ones in your channel. Be the most popular gamer.  
*   Manage your channel and edit videos from your studio.  
*   Put yourself in the lifestyle of a billionaire, be present in social media! Copy from other blogs  
*   Go to exclusive parties with your subscribers!
Join your friends to see who is the most popular celebrity in this simulator game. Do you think you are capable of saving money better than your fellows when they go shopping? Do they build their channel with different decisions and do they reach their goal of becoming a millionaire faster than you? Become more popular than your friends on social media to attract the richest sponsors!

Release date: Feb 2, 2017

Categories: Simulation, Life Simulation, Time Management, Character Customization, Tycoon, Idler, Casual Game

Feature scans:
- Steam Deck: score 85; verdict: Poor; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant issues with the publisher UPLAY, including strong dissatisfaction and warnings against purchasing their games. Additionally, there are notable problems with game controls and stability, with users reporting confusion and frequent bugs. These issues collectively indicate a poor user experience that requires immediate attention.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $5.00 - $10.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence shows that users consistently mention the game is not worth its full price of $25. Many suggest waiting for a sale or indicate that the game should be priced lower, around $5-10, due to its current state and lack of content. This indicates that the community considers the fair price range to be significantly lower than the current base price.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 2.0h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides direct mentions of playtime hours. The first quote mentions 2 hours of playtime, the second mentions 10 hours, and the third and fourth quotes mention 13 hours. These quotes help establish typical session lengths and total playtime for significant progress in the game. However, there is no clear evidence for the time to complete the main story or endgame content, so those fields are marked as null.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is initially fun and engaging, especially in the early hours, but becomes repetitive and less enjoyable over time due to shallow mechanics and bugs.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Early gameplay and initial progression
  - Time to anchor: 1h 0m
  - Friction: Repetitive gameplay; Shallow mechanics; Bugs and unclear interface
  - Unlock drivers: Initial novelty and excitement; Progression and upgrades
  - Conditions: Enjoyment of simulation and tycoon games; Tolerance for repetitive tasks; Interest in YouTube and content creation
- Player Archetypes:
  - Casual Sim Enthusiast (sale)
    - Motivation: Relaxation and casual enjoyment.
    - Playstyle: Casual, relaxed, and low-effort gameplay.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: casual player; sim fan
    - Reference games: The Sims; Game Dev Tycoon
  - Grind-Tolerant Background Gamer (deep sale)
    - Motivation: Enjoyment of repetitive tasks and grinding.
    - Playstyle: Repetitive, grinding, and often played in the background.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: deep sale
    - Labels: grinder; background gamer
    - Reference games: N/A
  - Critical Comparator (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking games that meet expectations and deliver on promises.
    - Playstyle: Critical and comparative, often looking for depth and fulfillment of promises.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: critical player; disappointed gamer
    - Reference games: The Sims


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Fun and Enjoyable Gameplay (weight 0.64): Many players found the game fun and enjoyable, especially at the beginning. The gameplay is described as addictive and easy to understand.
- Good Concept and Potential (weight 0.35): The game has a good concept and potential for improvement. Players appreciate the replayability and the overall decent gameplay.
- YouTuber Simulation Theme (weight 0.3): The game simulates the life of a YouTuber, capturing the atmosphere and spirit of being a content creator. Players enjoy the theme and find it unique.
- Pleasant Graphics and Visual Style (weight 0.22): The graphics are praised as pleasant, magnificent, and original. The visual style is charming and accessible.
- Character and Equipment Customization (weight 0.16): Players appreciate the character customization options and the ability to upgrade their equipment.
- Easy to Learn and Accessible (weight 0.15): The game is easy to understand and learn, with a tutorial that is easy to follow. The gameplay is accessible and engaging.
- Suitable for Simulation and Idle Game Lovers (weight 0.12): The game is suitable for those who enjoy simulation games and idle games where the goal is to make numbers bigger.
- Low Hardware Requirements (weight 0.09): The game has low system requirements, making it accessible to players with lower-end PCs.
- Good Sound Effects (weight 0.07): The audio in the game is described as not too bad, with good sound effects.
- Language Support (weight 0.06): The game supports multiple languages, including Simplified Chinese and Polish.

Common complaints:
- Gameplay becomes repetitive and boring (weight 0.7): Many players find the gameplay loop monotonous and tedious, especially as the game progresses. The repetitive nature of tasks and processes leads to a lack of engagement over time.
- Game is plagued by bugs (weight 0.41): The game is reported to have numerous bugs and issues, including frequent crashes and network problems. These bugs significantly impact the player experience and suggest a need for better quality assurance.
- Lack of updates and content (weight 0.31): Players express disappointment with the lack of updates and new content. This issue is compounded by a low active community and a perceived lack of support from the developers.
- Game not worth the price (weight 0.21): Many players feel that the game is not worth its current price point. This sentiment is shared across different regions and price points.
- Confusing controls and UI (weight 0.16): The game's controls and user interface are often described as confusing and unclear. This can lead to an unsatisfying gameplay experience and frustration among players.
- Poor audio design (weight 0.14): The audio in the game is frequently criticized as being bad or even unlistenable. This includes issues with sound design and audio settings.
- Game feels unfinished (weight 0.12): Players report that the game feels unfinished and note that it is still in early access. This is coupled with a perception that the game becomes harder and more tedious as it progresses.
- Localization issues (weight 0.11): The game's localization is criticized for being incomplete and containing basic mistakes. This affects the overall quality and enjoyment of the game for non-native speakers.
- Shallow interactions and dialogue (weight 0.08): The game's interactions and dialogue are described as shallow, which can make the gameplay feel less immersive and engaging.

Gameplay feedback:
- YouTuber life simulation (weight 0.43): The game simulates the experience of being a YouTuber, similar to The Sims but focused on managing a YouTuber's life and career.
- Video creation and editing (weight 0.26): The game features detailed mechanics for creating and editing videos, including a slot-type splicing system for editing.
- Routine-based gameplay loop (weight 0.24): The gameplay involves a cyclical routine of making videos, upgrading equipment, attending events, studying, eating, and sleeping.
- Channel development and variety (weight 0.24): Players can build and customize their own YouTube channels, with multiple channel types and varieties to choose from.
- Time and energy management (weight 0.13): Managing time and energy is a significant aspect of the game, requiring players to balance various activities.
- Social events and activities (weight 0.12): The game includes various social events and activities such as parties and movies, adding to the social media experience.
- Tycoon-style gameplay (weight 0.1): The game combines life simulation with tycoon-style gameplay, focusing on building and managing a successful YouTube channel.
- Equipment upgrades (weight 0.1): Players can upgrade their equipment, including computers and other setup components, to improve their video production capabilities.
- Choosing video topics and career (weight 0.1): Players can choose video topics and a career path, as well as select a content theme for their YouTube channel.
- Hiring and managing employees (weight 0.1): The game allows players to hire assistants and manage employees, adding a layer of management simulation.
- Grinding mechanics (weight 0.09): The game involves grinding mechanics, which can make the simulation feel repetitive and grindy.
- New console releases (weight 0.09): The game features new console releases and the ability to buy consoles, adding to the gameplay variety.
- Moving to new locations (weight 0.09): Players can move to new locations and homes, as well as change companies, adding to the progression and variety of the game.
- Mini-games and different categories (weight 0.09): The game features mini-games and can be played in different categories, adding variety to the gameplay.
- Card-based PvP system (weight 0.09): The game includes a card-based PvP system with a card balancing mechanism for competitive gameplay.

Performance notes:
- Gameplay-affecting bugs (weight 0.3): Numerous bugs and glitches are reported that directly impact gameplay, causing disruptions and requiring workarounds such as reloading saves.
- Frequent game crashes (weight 0.13): The game experiences frequent crashes, which significantly disrupts the gameplay experience and causes frustration among players.
- Performance issues and FPS drops (weight 0.13): Players report various performance issues, including FPS drops and lag, which affect the smoothness and enjoyment of the game.
- Optimization issues (weight 0.1): While some players praise the game's optimization, others report issues, indicating inconsistent performance across different systems.
- High resource usage (weight 0.07): The game is reported to be heavy on PC resources, including high GPU usage, which can affect performance on less powerful systems.
- Console performance issues (weight 0.07): Performance hiccups and limited control responsiveness are reported on console, affecting the gameplay experience.
- Low system requirements (weight 0.07): The game has low system requirements, making it accessible to a wide range of hardware, including less powerful systems.
- Stable experience reported (weight 0.04): Some players report a stable experience with the game, indicating that not all users face significant issues.
- Engaging on Steam Deck (weight 0.04): The game is found to be very engaging when played on the Steam Deck, suggesting a positive experience on this platform.
- Limited graphics settings (weight 0.04): The game offers limited graphics settings, which restricts players' ability to customize their visual experience.
- Acceptable loading screens (weight 0.04): Loading screens are reported to be acceptable, indicating that they do not significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- Slow character actions (weight 0.04): Some players report that character actions are slow, which can affect the pacing and enjoyment of the game.

Recommendations:
- Wait for a sale (weight 0.2): Many players suggest waiting for a discount or sale before purchasing the game, indicating that the current price may not be seen as good value.
- Recommended for casual and simple gameplay (weight 0.15): The game is often recommended for those who enjoy simple, relaxing, and casual simulation games. It is seen as a good fit for players looking for a laid-back experience.
- Good for fans of specific genres (weight 0.14): The game is recommended for fans of simulation games and those who enjoy simple, repetitive gameplay. It may not be suitable for those looking for more dynamic experiences.
- Recommended with reservations (weight 0.12): Some players recommend the game but with reservations, suggesting that while it has its merits, there are also notable drawbacks.
- Positive recommendation (weight 0.09): There are some strong positive recommendations for the game, suggesting that it has its fans and can be enjoyable for the right audience.
- Nostalgic appeal (weight 0.06): The game might appeal to those looking for a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of trends or gameplay styles from the past.
- Recommend YouTubers Life 1 (weight 0.04): Some players recommend trying out the first game in the series, YouTubers Life 1, possibly indicating that it might be a better experience or value.
- Affordable price (weight 0.04): The game is seen as having an affordable price, which might make it more accessible to a wider audience.
- Gather information before starting (weight 0.03): Some players advise gathering information before starting the game, indicating that it might have a learning curve or require some preparation.

Other player notes:
- Promotional content focus (weight 0.1): The game seems to be heavily designed around content creation for platforms like YouTube, with multiple clusters providing links to external content such as videos and translations.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.26): Players are primarily frustrated due to the game's repetitive nature, which includes repetitive gameplay mechanics, routines, and tasks. Additionally, frequent bugs, performance issues, and problems with game mechanics such as audio settings, interaction issues, and saving systems contribute significantly to this frustration.
- Disappointment (weight 0.25): Players express disappointment due to the game's repetitive and tedious nature, lack of updates, and unfulfilled promises. The game's high price, lack of depth, and incomplete localization also contribute to this sentiment.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.12): Players enjoy the game for its fun and engaging gameplay mechanics, variety in gameplay, and detailed progression systems. The game's leisurely pace and the ability to create videos and manage a YouTube channel are also highlighted as enjoyable aspects.
- Boredom (weight 0.06): Players experience boredom due to the repetitive nature of the gameplay, which includes repetitive tasks, quests, and routines. The lack of variety in activities and the boring video creation process also contribute to this feeling.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.06): Players feel nostalgic due to memories associated with playing the game in the past, such as watching playthroughs, personal experiences, and memories of early YouTube days. The game's ability to remind players of past experiences and its simulation of a sim life game contribute to this sentiment.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.06): Players are satisfied with the game's variety in gameplay, detailed mechanics, and the ability to simulate the experience of being a YouTuber. The game's graphics, casual gameplay, and complete progression system are also mentioned as positive aspects.
- Excitement (weight 0.03): Players are excited about the game's engaging aspects, such as gaining subscribers, making videos, and upgrading gear. The choice of branches and the thrill of starting from nothing and achieving milestones also contribute to this excitement.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Players are enthusiastic about the game's fun and addictive gameplay, as well as its customization options and social interactions. The engaging and positive gameplay experience is also highlighted.
- Anger (weight 0.02): Players express anger due to the developer's decisions, such as removing the Czech language, launching an unfinished mobile version, and focusing on money. Shallow social interactions and tedious mechanics also contribute to this anger.
- Amusement (weight 0.01): Players are amused by the game's funny premise and comedy, as well as a funny bug related to making a video about yourself. The disturbingly fun gameplay also contributes to this sentiment.
- Disappointed (weight 0.01): Players are disappointed with the changes in the game compared to its predecessor, as well as buggy mechanics such as recording videos.
- Mixed feelings (weight 0.01): Players have mixed feelings because while they find some aspects of the game enjoyable, such as the gameplay mechanics and variety, they also find significant flaws that detract from the overall experience.
- Engagement (weight 0): Players are engaged by the game's effective mix of simulation and strategy, which provides a compelling and immersive experience.
- Happiness (weight 0): Players are happy with the game's ability to turn a failed YouTube channel into a success, providing a satisfying and enjoyable experience.
- Annoyance (weight 0): Players are annoyed by the characters' nonsensical conversations and laughter, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Happy (weight 0): Players are happy with the game and enjoy replaying it, indicating a positive and enjoyable experience.
- Frustrated (weight 0): Players are frustrated with the repetitive and tiring nature of achievement hunting, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Excited (weight 0): Players are excited about the game's tasks and challenges, which provide an engaging and thrilling experience.
- Satisfied (weight 0): Players are satisfied with the game's graphics and available options, which contribute to a positive and enjoyable experience.
- Nostalgic (weight 0): Players feel nostalgic playing the game again, reminiscing about past experiences and memories associated with the game.}