More accurately, his $40 patrons control the flow of the game. The rest of them do not get a vote, if I remember correctly.
Yes, a switch in that she gets to choose how to approach each situation. I first supported this project because I was interested in Kate's story of sexual awakening, sexual liberation (silly me)--I'm not a member of the Church of the Golden Penis.
I went from $10 to $1, to $0 in order to support other developers whose work I'm more interested in supporting. The idea that DS is catering to a few high paying patrons rather than 1) listening to all and especially, 2) having a clear vision for the game. The fact that he seems willing to let all of his $1-$20 patrons slip away in favor of his $40 high rollers, definitely inspired me to put my money where it would do more good and perhaps make a difference.
BTW, this not a flounce exit. I'm still in the thread and keeping an eye on the game. For one thing, I want to be informed if Kate-Dom/Kate-Switch ever becomes an option. I'm not saying anyone else should make my decision--each patron decides for themselves whom they will support.