This is a Marathon of a Game. . . You have to pace yourself. However we live in a world of Sprinters. . . everyone wants to run through as fast as possible. I am with you on this one. I enjoy this game and while it does have flaws ( like everything else in this world ), its still fun in many respects. So far I have put more time into this game than other games I have spent 60$ on yet with this one its a few hours here and there as apposed to binge playing the game. Since I am sure I rambled and made no sense thank you OP for stating your valid point in a clear and coherent method.