I don't think this one is a true milker situation as much as it is, the dev running out of momentum and creative spark. When they start talking about needing a break and then create a second game, then they might be trying to reignite the fire. Devs, like everyone, experience burnout and deserve a rest but I don't have a good feeling for the long term prospects.
At this point, I just hope we get at least one last, good update (preferably with Nicole sexy time) before this one goes to the great beyond of abandoned games. Of course, hope I'm wrong and it continues until game completion.
2022 has been the year of tremendous number of abandoned and delayed games. This year I've been disappointed and let down so many times by AVNs I followed. A similar feeling to when you are told your father just went down to the corner shop to get pack of smokes and will be back soon to finish that halted board game still sitting on your desk. After 15 years of this you begin think he might not be coming back.