Took me time (..) to get it.. but once I figured it out, I loved it. Really well executed concept.
I think an in-browser version would be more appealing to other jammers (..just because jam), but I'm glad I took the time to download and play it.
The swimming pool confused me but then I remembered to look at the UI for clues.. very nice (I didn't see the hints on the Itch page till now). Really liked the heart-shaped tree - nice touch :)
Not gonna lie, the story was.. weird to me - but (but) - I understand the necessity for a reason for the game. And it kind worked :) (nice tip-of-the-hat regarding the games the kids might play)
The graphics (models / textures / characters / animation, etc) were really nice. The sound effects were on point. The music was pretty, and it was well placed. Puzzles were very interesting. I would really really like to play more, it was over far too quickly.
Really liked this. Really well done.