I really enjoyed this game! The art style and animations are fantastic, and the overall vibe reminded me a lot of not only Dark Souls, but also the old Castlevania titles. It plays very smoothly.
I have a few points of feedback that might help with future polish:
Accessibility (CRT Shader): The CRT shader looks beautiful and fits the aesthetic perfectly. However, I’d love to see a toggle to disable it. Personally, I experience eye strain with these types of effects (including bloom and glow), which limits how long I can play comfortably.
Combat & Input: There were several moments where I intended to use the sword but triggered a kick instead because I was moving. Id prefer if the kick was a semparate button.
Bug Report: I found a minor but funny bug where I could still walk around after the death animation finished, right before the screen faded to the bonfire.
Overall, I loved the experience and even shared it with some friends. I’m definitely planning to play through the whole thing. Keep up the great work!