I might really like this entry ... Whatever.

Starting with Vintage Electro as the default song was the right choice, because it fits everything so perfectly. I was bopping my head the entire time. I had to start a new playthrough just to see what happened when I tried to quit. I wasn't disappointed. Standout entry.

I think unlocking the UI through playing the game was a great and fun idea that worked really well. Loved the look and feel of everything, I think you nailed the UI. Well done!

Super nice little experience! I love all the menus, especially in the options menu when everything slides into place. A couple minor things though. The button scaling gets really big really fast and a bit weird. It feels like it should stay centered and shouldn't be as big. I love the visual style and the shader effect, so well done there! Great job and good luck!

Really creative take on the theme. I especially like the super vibrant pause menu.

HOLY CRAP DUDE!  I know you've been worried in the discord about making it to the final and I haven't checked on your game's status in a bit so I didn't know what to expect, but this is legit one of my favorite entries to the round.  You nailed it!  The way the UI elements move around when you pause, the overall art style, etc... REALLY stand out.  Even the way your volume slider and music selection stand out completely from other games in great ways.  Wouldn't be surprised at all to see you in the final!