It is undeniable that this is a great game, whether it is the protagonist 'grove''s past or the reasons for the changes in the north, it keeps people curious and looking forward to it.
With further exploration, there will be new companions and enemies, a mage companion with flame ability and methods to temporarily resist corruption? Rotten Vine Enemy? A box shaped enemy that imprisons people and corrupts them? Or perhaps there will be more pets, and this time they will not only follow you but also automatically participate in your battles! just like slim.
These are some immature ideas, and I will support you in both material and spiritual terms.