This thread is starting to turn into some weird blame discussion. Just because someone enjoys the romance part and is vocal about it, doesn't mean they're automatically diminishing the game in any way and want to make it worse or overlook other issues. Some might, true, but I see a lot of generalisations here.
Although I started posting here in the romance threads first, I bought and played DOS and DOS2 and decided to eventually buy BG3 during EA without even knowing there was romance content. I never played any dating sim and probably never will. I like romances when they're weaved into a story and make it more personal and realistic, and are not the story itself.
I have issues with the main plot but because it's such a complex thing to change I doubt we'll actually get it. What I would like to see the most is Upper City cut content, destroy Vlaakith DLC, go to Avernus DLC, hag coven quests, etc., altered post final battle scenes, the ability to be rid of the Emperor earlier. And ofc the annoying mind flayer railroad to be removed. I think we have a better chance to get what we want when asking for small additions and fixes.
The more praise BG3 gets, the less incentive Larian has to change anything.
And when "romance" hype drowns out all criticisms, that is what Larian will focus on in the future.
After all BG3 has shown that you do not need a good story, balance, fluid mechanics, a working 3rd act or endings to sell copies and get showered with awards as long as you can satisfy the thirsters with nudity, kisses, waifus and cringeworthy sex scenes.
