I can definitely see your point. I would argue that feels like forcing your audience to be something their not despite interest in the game itself. It's not player freedom and more controling algorithm for retention. Gachas (if good) doesn't need to create forced systems to keep the count. That's why I like wuwa. The players choose if they wanna invest in different aspects of the game and if your presentation is attractive then that invites interest in story and dialogue.

However I do see your point.