The illusion of choice is infuriating, but I suppose that's the point. I like the snow, and how in changes direction based on where you look.
I wish there was more on the actual mechanic parts, so it actually feels like you're gathering resources. The first playthrough I was under the impression I only had the cover, and was still searching for the rest.
It could also benefit from having a purpose in going to other areas, otherwise the increasingly growing list of areas we can visit don't matter, because they don't do anything.