Thanks for the kind words and review, I really appreciate the time and thought you put into your feedback :)
I agree with most of your thoughts! I am aware that I have a non-conventional take on some mechanics that definitely means the way I implement things doesn't align with some people's expectations. Given the simplicity of the games I make, I think I'm OK with that, broadly, though I still consider all the advice I get going forward :)
There is a 'simple' vibe I like in the spooky little Itch horror games I play, and I try to emulate that as best I can.
I could go into more detail with my 'design intentions' in a devlog if it would be of interest to anybody but it would just be a wall of text if I put it here! haha