I got further in the game this time and made it to the outside area. The A and D keys don't seem to strafe properly, they instead seem to apply a force in a single direction, which can be added to the force applied by holding shift and pressing W. This feels unintentional.
I also was unable to click the "Go Back" prompt on the folders in the lab without hitting escape.
Interesting story though. I'd like to see where it goes.