Thanks for playing! I'm certainly thinking about trying to push this towards being a full release given the positive response :)
I was definitely thinking about putting in some consequence for dead ends, but was a bit worried it would end up feeling punishing (especially as you're trying to pick up the mechanics at the start), and so I never got around to it. Certainly something to think about if I do come back to the game though. Great to hear that you enjoyed the game!