add an option to turn off the puzzle completely! a lot of artifacts just sit on my inventory because i have no idea how to solve the puzzle, it used to just explore-loot-equip it's so frustrating not to mention the zero guide/wiki with this thing

Hello. The option to disable the mini-game is indeed planned and is expected to be available around the release of Minecraft 1.22, when the mod’s API will be expanded.

Regarding your points:

• If you don’t know how to solve the puzzle, you can use hints (which cost a small amount of experience levels) or, as a last resort, try brute-forcing possible combinations. It’s not that difficult. The instructions for using the mini-game can be found on the question mark button on the left side of the interface.
• Yes, it’s true that the mod used to be just explore-loot-equip, but… Dinosaurs used to be more alive, the grass was greener, meteorites fell more often, and so on. Times change. If you think something is poorly implemented, suggest how you think it could be improved. The "just remove it" (or even "lemme remove it on my own") approach is a harsh and somewhat discouraging policy.
• As I mentioned, a short guide for the mini-game is available via the question mark button. A more complete version with all solutions and additional details is already in development. It just takes a bit more time. I understand your concerns and wishes, but please understand that we have a lot of work to do, and there’s simply not enough time to handle everything at once.