Disagree that poor writing is on players. Although I would consider the possibility that Eric was his thing and changing focus stole his interest.that's what the fans want and that's what they get
first versions were the opposite of all you said, then came the shitstorm and the game went downhill.
Disappointed in update, the sneak previews had me wondering if he rushed everything. I expected a big shift in mom and alice relationships at a minimum. This update so far feels rushed and incomplete. Kind of wondering why I was pumped for it. Thinking it may be time to drop DS for a while.