Thanks for the thoughts! Yeah, I am also not too happy with the character design yet - couldn't give it enough time next to all the other features and requirements that needed to be there. Right now, there is not too much to do yet but its great to hear that the overall tone and mystery is enticing. The demo really just focussed on the aspect of visualizing the paths of other players. This could be a semi-multiplayer feature that makes you feel connected to other players even though it is inherently a single player game. They way games like Journey, Elden Ring or Death Stranding do it is pretty interesting to me.
Glad you enjoyed it, Sir Mr. Stein!