I think they are in a big rush to get it to market.
eye dropping graphics vs meh gameplay.
I also blame the modding community.
Back in the day, berfore modders, the devs had to hit the mark or the game would be a disaster.
Now, you can half bake something, release it, and rely on the modders to fix it. (see SH 4 & 5)
Quality be damned.
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