Design Choice Re: First Boss...an Alternative

I beat the first boss after a couple of tries, but I’ve read a lot of people who have difficulty beating it and advancing the game. Other than the “get gud” comments this will draw, what about either moving the boss AFTER reaching Sacrament, or allowing a secret way in that bypasses the boss. Of course, you would lose the loot drop from the boss so there is obviously incentive to beat him, but I’m afraid we’re going to lose players and/or see massive refunds from the more casual players who don’t get to experience at least the first town before Steam’s 2 hour return policy expires.