Absolutely true, but I do love crafting sometimes. A game called Underrail did it well, and sometimes a maintainence mechanic works well, as long as it's not constant. Maybe crafting mechanics can be refined so that it only goes so far as visual customisation, or poorer imitations of consumables.

Thank you, Eric! I appreciate the encouragement.

He was revealed stunningly! I couldn't get that turnaround shot out of my head for months. Ramin Djawadi and .co also made some great music.