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I'm sorry, but this is probably the most blunt attempt I've seen trying to address this subject matter. It shows no understanding of how people have rationalized progressive thinking in their own minds. It makes things very two dimensional. I really don't want to make a video about this because I couldn't be very kind. I understand the well meaning intentions here, so I'd prefer to not say anything else.

She tried her best.

I think one of the arguments to actually make this have controller support is handheld PCs. However, that can still be difficult to implement. It's technically possible to play with a controller running through steam. There's still no good way to play with a controller though.

I don't want to seem like, "I'm just another hater." I see a lot of potential in the idea of this game, and it's pretty good aesthetically. Just try not to take the criticism I have personally.

*possible minor spoilers*

In my opinion, what is missing at the beginning of the game is some kind of method to really ground players to the story. One easy method is giving the protagonist a relatable struggle as soon as possible. Survival in and of itself isn't as personal as you may think. The reality is that most people, who live in the first world, have enough time to worry about petty things other than survival. Possibly having a troublesome sibling is a more relatable struggle. That is something that is personal.

I know you want to establish the setting, plot, and characters upfront, but I would say there is quite a bit of exposition before attempting to make the story personal. If you hook people emotionally as quickly as possible, then many people are willing to sit through even the most dry, boring, and predictable plot. Your story, for all I know, could be extremely well written, but without a good, immediate, emotional hook, a lot of people won't even give you the chance.

I'm not trying to tell you what to do, and I'm not saying I could do better. I just want you to consider what I have said. I hope your work finds the audience that would best appreciate it.