Let's trade feedback. I submitted a project too.
- Visuals: Good use of the 8-bit tile pack. The map was cool to explore had fun little designs around. Like the pony stuck in the forest, the dragon / gyarados on the lake, the spaceman in the dirt valley etc. Little stuff like that makes the map seem big and thought went into the map.
- Writing: The signs made me laugh. It gives a chuckle but they also cost time for the player, since reading doesn't stop dudes from spawning. I looked forward to reading the next sign, despite the very clear time cost.
- Mechanics: It's funny being chased by so many creatures, even though they do no harm. Now I see how moms feel when the kids follow you around everywhere. Maybe this is how Spider-moms feel with their 100 tiny newborns.
Recommendation:
- Add more sound effects in the world and in-world micro-surprises. I actually expected to be able to get on that boat and talk to the lake dragon. I expected the cowboy or rocket man in the valley to do something special too. I don't think you'd need a fight system, just do add more special interactions in this weird world.