I liked it! I wasn't able to get past level 9 though, I tried standing still and letting them clean me like the text said but they looked like they'd be too tough to beat fairly. I also lost a run because I didn't realize the floor eyes damaged you.
Yeah I'm content to have delved as far as I did. I think displaying "8/10" prominently is going to imply to players that they're missing out on a 'real' ending by stopping short, but I was satisfied with the notes I got to see. I'm sure the 'true' ending isn't any nicer for my guy.
You know… I think you’re right. This kind of game doesn’t need a floor counter or a scoring system. It would be much more impactful without it. I’ll focus on removing elements, and the gameplay will definitely improve.