
For me, the problem isn't the amount of equipment and bots available - I like it. It's that, even with this new update, collecting this stuff is way too passive. I'm not interested in FLUX for example; it doesn't suit my play style... (I guess that's kinda why it feels like Pokémon. You have no choice but to start collecting what's in front of you). I want to work towards stuff I actually want.
I get that it keeps us in the game longer, but it also stops me from playing as frequently as I would because there is so much wasted effort going towards things i'll never use, or would rather not have at this time.
I know you guys are working on it, but I feel like there is more you could do in this aspect to make it more active. Maybe options to double, then triple your winnings on the black market when it lands on something you want? Or passively collect generic components that you then use to build what you want. The 'offers' works well though.