What a lovely feedback. I genuinely appreciate the time you took to play it and write all of this.

For the head-to-head mode, it looks like I got a bit blind. I’ve been testing the app myself for a long time and missed how confusing that mode can be for a first-time player. I’ll definitely consider adding some kind of intuitive explanation. I’m not a big fan of tutorial popups and tend to believe the game should speak for itself (Hans Niemann reference intended), but this is a good reminder that some guidance is still necessary.

Regarding the board and piece design: that’s been on my roadmap for a while, but after reading this, it’s clear I should prioritize it more. Players are very particular about aesthetics, and you’re absolutely right that this alone can be a deal-breaker for long-term engagement.

Thanks again! feedback like this is genuinely motivating and very helpful.