Hi! My friend made a game in this game jam, but I did not, so I can't rate your game. However, I'd be happy to leave a comment. I really enjoyed the concept of this game, and the puzzles that come along with it. It is interesting how the risk-and-reward plays in this game, allowing for the player to manage the heat or risk it all and go fast. I found the use of OVERHEAT and the gimmicks included to be rather enjoyable, and if I could, I would rate this game a 8.5/10.
A few thoughts I had:
1. Music: it could use some work, but for the "goofy" style of game, it works fine.
2. Artwork: the style I actually don't mind... games don't need to look fabulous, it just depends on how it plays.
3. Glitches?: I noticed this especially while speedrunning, but sometimes you can grab the potato and your heat doesn't increase, and at other times, your heat will increase when holding nothing.
4. Doors: I'm not sure if this is intended, but you can make it through the doors as they are closing :/
Like I stated earlier, I wish I could rate projects, but I sadly can't. I would still appreciate if you checked out my friends project: https://itch.io/jam/polymarsxspeedjam/rate/2854130. Keep up the good work! :D