If it is any consolation, you are by far and wide not the only person who feels this way or similar. Many who played through the Ea and many since, have generated a great amount of thoughts and opinions along similar lines. It is a small consolation, I imagine, since the commercial success of the game likely means that any such concerns will continue to fall largely on deaf ears. I would like to post something positive and supportive, or hopeful, but honestly, what would I say? I have traditionally encouraged everyone who voices an opinion of this nature to make sure they send it to Larian directly through their formal feedback form (
Here) - because every voice matters. I say it again now; do send them your feelings and experiences, because even if the ship is long sailed, maybe it will help make a difference next time.