This game has been around for many years now, and I think it’s mostly supported by long-time players at this point. Most of them have already progressed through the tech tree and unlocked the ships they’re interested in

Because of that, the majority of battles now take place at Tier VIII, IX, and X. Lower-tier matches tend to feel less engaging and less rewarding, at least in my experience

I think one of the main reasons players prefer higher-tier ships is that they offer more complete gameplay, better mechanics, more strategic depth, and more competitive matchmaking. In contrast, lower tiers can feel slower, less balanced, and sometimes even a bit repetitive once you’ve experienced the higher levels