also I forgot to post this one criticism that i recieved a while back
What I think they mean is that the story, as of now, has no real fluff / pace, it's just there. I watched a full playthrough of CH1 & 2, and the concepts are great, but the dialogue gives off the feeling of 'unfinished', I guess (I can't describe it).
So far, the way the story is going looks good, and it needs some polish and stuff.
Though, if I had some say, off the top of my head, I'd:
[CH 1]
* Have the opening 'dream sequence' slowed down slightly (either more checking surroundings, or more eeriness?)
* Add something in between Cole waking up and entering the first dark world (apart from the interaction with Sadie), for a little bit more of world building
* Remove some of the ACT abilities from the start of the game (introduce them later, as to show more progression)
* The ATK stat being a base 60 was jarring, when DEF and Magic was at 0. Maybe lower the numbers a bit? (Just my opinion)
* Bearington final boss didn't have as much buildup (at least in my opinion), so maybe add an extra area or something along those lines to make his 'threat' seem more looming
* Say what you will, but I have no problem with the Light World being that big and accessible already, it looks great so far.
[CH 2]
* Nice opening, immediately following from the last Chapter
* Having another human (melody) in town was a great addition (good dynamic potential)
* Same ACT situation (leave some out for the later half of the chapter)
* Keep AXIS as a begrudging ally to Cole and Kanako (Axis doesn't actively help Cole yet, just Kanako)
- Could drive a 'Character moment' for AXIS later down in the chapter
* For a plot point, maybe have AXIS not listen to Cole in battle (he only prioritises Kanako until later)
* With the fight against Toster, this would be the point where AXIS comes to rely on Cole (the whole soul going into axis bit)
* Design for Dark World is great, but maybe make it a tad more 'steampunky' if you get me?
* For the ride up to 'The Upstairs', I'd change the music to a more somber feel, rather than the upbeat original.
These were the ramblings of a complete lunatic, do with them as you will.