Thanks for playing, Appreciate the feedback
At the early game [or any other point], it is encouraged to use the "double reward boost" and the "bug spray" boost to progress much faster. I just did a quick playtest and got the first upgrade in less than one min with the boosts
Yeah, the score is based on what you get from your equation. Also, I'm pretty sure the higher wanted answers in the late game could be achieved in multiple ways
The getting a close result part was implemented as a safe net so it doesn't feel frustrating when making equations
The timer upgrade should help, it increases the waiting windows so there is a bit more time until the right equation is formed, altho i like the idea of showing the answer before you could push it out, might add it in new updates
Thanks again for this lovely review, I always like some feedback