Hello.
Let us explain our position once again.
You are not purchasing a mandatory progression element or a direct gameplay advantage. At the moment, the store only offers Premium Accounts and cosmetic hats. First and foremost, these purchases are a way to voluntarily support the development of a project that is still actively being built.
Developing a new client, migrating to a new engine, reworking game systems, creating content, and conducting testing all require time, a dedicated team, and significant resources. The funds are used to hire specialists, support the development team, maintain infrastructure, and continue improving the game.
At the same time, donations are completely optional. You can comfortably play without a Premium Account, or earn Adena in-game, purchase Coins from other players, and obtain Premium that way. This path is fully supported, works perfectly well, and is actively used by many players.
Premium is a way to support the project's development, not a purchase of the game itself or access to it. Access to the game is completely free. If you simply want to try the game, explore its systems, and evaluate it during the current Pre-Alpha stage (or the upcoming first Alpha), there is absolutely no need to purchase Premium.
The bonuses that come with Premium are primarily our way of thanking those who choose to support the project at this stage. At the same time, the bonuses are quite useful and provide good value.
We understand that pricing can be perceived differently depending on a player's circumstances, and we do take such feedback into consideration. However, the current model was chosen as a compromise between funding the ongoing development of the project and allowing everyone to play without mandatory payments.
And we are genuinely grateful to everyone who supports us and continues to wait for the game's release.