This is great! Especially for a first time using PICO-8. You absolutely nailed the theme, and it is a very fun game, with plenty of strategy and difficulty. Alas, I did not last long, but will have to play some more to get used to the controls and to build a strategy for myself. I appreciate the strategy guide in your notes - I should replay with that stuff in mind. I love the dog walking animation as well, and the mountain bg with snow is great! Nice work!