This “Lost Gifts” update is a smart way to keep players engaged by adding anticipation and time-based rewards into the usual gameplay loop. Events like this work well because they don’t feel separate from progression, they actually support it and give players a reason to stay active and check back regularly.
It also highlights how live games keep things fresh by rotating limited events instead of relying only on core mechanics. That balance between routine and surprise is what keeps the experience from feeling repetitive, kind of like how Cook Out keeps interest alive with its rotating variety and mix-and-match style menu choices.