I purposly kept killing myself by falling down the hole. That's such a sweet sound. ^__^
I don't think you should have it snap-to-grid, however. It ruins the overall effect of free roaming.
The battling I kept dying, because I couldn't slash and run off. It took some getting used to, and I think you die too easily because of the monsters. If you're going for a harder to kill effect, however, it was good.
Also, when the bushes dissapear I think you should make the heart appear a bit of early, because it looks like it's coming out of thin air.
I got to the boomarang, and then died from the boss twice. Is there much more after that?
I enjoyed the game, keep up the good work. Hope my suggestions helped you out.
P.S. I see nothing wrong with the character...
and this isn't a ZEDLA project. Please keep note of that Fissure