Hello! So, I solved the problem by simply making a transparent image and putting in the recreated folder (the doodads folder is simply non existent). So, I could play the game, and I am sad to say: this is the first (and probably not only) game that I can't finish. It's probably I'm missing something and if that's so, I'll be glad to finish it. I see you posted a link to a patch, but it only leads to an error 404.
So, back to review:
- Interesting setup, I kind of like it, it's intriguing.
- There is a problem with your mapping at times. Maybe it is something you "rectified" with your doodads, but considering the only doodad there is is an empty picture, I cannot tell.
- During a battle, you can waste your key. Why isn't this classified as a key item? Or why isn't it just unusable?
- Another mapping problem: some paths lead to nowhere. Literally. Keep in mind, when you're mapping, you're giving indirect messages to the player. When you carve a path, I think I can go there. When you put a carpet in a house, near a wall, I know it leads to a door. Et cetera. Here the paths just seem to have been put there for the sake of being there, not to inform the player of an useful information. It's even worse, because paths in your game does lead to another map, making these "paths" not only misleading, but also deceptive.
- The character moves slowly. Even when running. This is kind of a double-edged sword and can frustrate a lot of players, so be careful with that. Players like to be able to do their stuff quickly.
- And now, the reason why I don't feel like I can finish the game. It softlocks. At one point in the game, you must find a clover for a fairy in order to continue. I've gone to the patch of grass that fits the most the description given by the game, but no way to drop clovers. Eventually, I end up looking around and find a way to spawn three magic circles in the grass, a little cutscene plays... and I'm stuck. I can't do anything. I waited, but the situation doesn't change and I'm forced to restart the game. This keeps happening every time and I think this is something I am required to do in order to move on.
Also, why is this dog preparing a satanic ritual?
With that said, I like what I saw, I eagerly wait for a patch that will allow me to proceed through the game and maybe finish it.
Best regards! Good luck for the jam! ^^