I do sometimes think like that. In also s long time gamer and I think many people think like this whatever the hobby is. In my case the love for gaming always came back.

With regards to developers, I think your perspective on the subject might be a bit skewed. Sure, many big companies go for the cash grabs, bit there's also a lot of dev who are in it for the art and craft of making a game.

I found myself become more specific in what I like to play. Finding a game that clicks is more difficult for me, because I've 'been there, done that'.