Features Users Want Most in Puppetry Companion Apps

"However, it really needs some form of an auto save function. Too many times I have I been interrupted, phone went to sleep for too long, I had"

"Just don't expect the app to save your games. In theory it could even track your wounds and character status but once you close the app i"

"when using on an iPad in particular, it could benefit from being in landscape mode. In portrait mode its not ideal for iPad to be in"

"The missing features: - iPad landscape mode (not possible to charge the unit)"

"It does make the game fully cooperative, but it basically forces one person to be in charge of the app to manage the game or else clumsily have to hand the iOS device around the table. This app needs local network connectivity to be 5 stars - this wo"

"Also, I can't pause and continue recording like in v1. If I pause and restart it only records the last part after the pause"

"BUT we really need to be able to edit each quest, to make it harder in some cases? Add extra body points to monsters? Add extra rooms? Or custom quest maker ? Thank you !"

"ability to use your own photos to make more locations. The limited locations keep this app less than it wants to be"

Build robust auto-save with cloud sync

18% of complaints cite progress loss as critical pain point. Implementing auto-save every 30-60 seconds with cloud backup addresses the #2 complaint and enables cross-device play, a key differentiator for companion apps.

Prioritize iPad landscape mode and multi-device support

22% report iPad issues, with landscape mode specifically requested for charging during gameplay. Companion apps are meant to sit on tables alongside physical games - portrait-only severely limits this core use case.

Implement local network multiplayer sync

Users explicitly request this to avoid 'clumsily handing iOS device around the table'. Each player using their own device while syncing game state would be a 5-star feature that competitors lack.

Fix payment flow and make demo/paid distinction crystal clear

15% blocked by payment bugs, and demo confusion causes immediate uninstalls. Clear 'DEMO - 10 min gameplay' labeling plus bulletproof payment UI directly converts frustrated users into paying customers.

Add comprehensive onboarding with feature tooltips

Users struggle with undocumented advanced features and non-responsive buttons. Interactive tutorial + contextual help system reduces support burden and improves retention for complex companion apps.