Hello and goodbye!
After approximately 2+ years, I have finally made the decision to leave the game, at least temporarily. My choice is primarily influenced by the fact that the game is increasingly leaning towards a "pay-to-win" model. Although I consider myself somewhat of a purist and prefer playing games in "hard mode," I have occasionally invested in non pay-to-win elements, such as resources, as a way to support the things I love.
While it was possible to enjoy the game in this manner before, it has become increasingly futile now. The recent introduction of the expensive "pool" feature is the final straw for me, as it is simply too costly (although it may not be the case for everyone) and represents one of the most blatant examples of this issue. Furthermore, I am bothered by other forms of favoritism, such as exclusivity for iOS users or limited to Prime members.
Despite these concerns, I have had a lot of fun playing the game. Perhaps I will consider returning in the future. Regardless, I wish everyone the best of luck.
Warm regards, Snakefist