When you die you start with the same health you had at the beginning of the level.
But, yeah, probably it's a bit too hard.
I've updated the game, now you got a higher life bonus at level up and health boxes drop more frequently.
Thanks for feedback!
I really like the game but holding the mouse button the whole time is difficult. Maybe when one rests (aka no mouse button) it can recharge shields or power up a totally awesome weapon blast.
it should be fixed now