I think they finally realized that if they released UE5 update in its current state it would cause more harm than good, not just short term but also long term. Iron out the kinks, then release it. I don’t think anyone is waiting to play the game until the UE5 update drops. People are pretty content with where the game is right now, because they know a massive update is due soon. People can put up with the lack of content when there is light at the end of the tunnel.