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This is a really impressive game for a jam. There is A LOT here and visually it looks great. I also found the cat and yeah thats automatically a good addition for me 😂
The main problem I had was getting lost with the progression. I reached the early part where I needed to make the sword and needed fibers but I had no idea where to get them. I talked to the NPCs and checked the signs but still couldnt figure out where I was supposed to go.
I think a small hint system would help a lot here. Maybe if the player stays on the same objective for a while the game could say something like where that material can be found. Even putting a tiny source description inside the crafting menu would work. Like "Fiber - found near X area". That way you still have to explore but you dont end up walking around completely lost.
The camera could also feel a bit smoother. Some easing when it moves would make travelling around feel nicer.
Still though this is a really big and polished entry. The visuals especially are VERY good and there are a lot of systems here for such a short jam.
If you have some time please check out my game too! Id really appreciate a rating and some honest feedback :)