I really wanted for this to go well, as I enjoyed playing it last time. But I think the beginning of your game needs much more structure, a solid tutorial. I missed the torches, there's no indicator how long it lasts, and the underground section is easy to get lost in with how dark it is. When I finally made it into town I didn't know what I was supposed to do, I couldn't do combat, etc. Just didn't know what to do.
Maybe I missed something, please let me know