Because the game was ported from Flash to Unity, the Windows Desktop version of the v01 Beta exhibited some technical issues. Community reports indicate that the Windows version tends to frequently, particularly when loading a new game or loading a saved game file.

Tentacles now grow toward heat, light, and sound. If you hide too long, they’ll root into your last known position. Destroying the heart slows spread – but the Nonoplayer Top can spawn new roots remotely.

The player community has been crucial in shaping "Tentacles Thrive" through constructive feedback. Reviews of the v0.1 Beta highlighted several areas for improvement while also praising its strengths: