There really does need to be a fast-travel option between savepoints or something, yeah. I've always prided myself on my cartographer's mind, but even I had to keep checking the robot's map repeatedly because some areas are so confusing. Lots of elevators, one-way slides, one-way cargo lifts, etc. And, of course, once you heal yourself, all the enemies respawn!
I expect some things to get better with familiarity and the map knowledge is one of 'em. Bogano is pretty small, all things considered, haha.
Take me down from the ridge where the summer ends
And watch the city spread out just like a jet's flame