After some testing, it seems like if I start a new run but close the window before unlocking the scientist's house, when I start the game again, the punching gloves will not appear. But if I use up all my stars when starting a new run, the gloves will appear for that run. No more energy to try more runs...
Other things noticed:
1) On new run, if I buy the slingshot upgrade (not sure what to call these), I can't break pots and still have to buy slingshot from crafter
2) On the new run upgrade screen, the top right UI overlaps a bit on the top right upgrades
3) Still on the new run upgrade screen, if i get the 8* seed bag upgrade then 2* shoes, 2* stick, 3* key, 1* fish, the top 2* mining upgrade appears but cannot be bought. I had to buy 4* seed bag then 5* match then I am able to buy the 2* mining upgrade. If I 5* ladder then 5* metal, I am also unable to buy the 2* mining upgrade.
