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AoW got another dlc recently earlier this month. I'm with you on finding it hard to determine how I feel about it. Some of it I really like, some of it seems like it should work for me but just doesn't, and some of it feels just really "messy" in terms of game feel. I have enjoyed it a bit more as I've learned the game's patterns better and more carefully constructed my games to be thematically cohesive and focus on certain mechanics. The tactical portion of the game can be a mixed bag too, sometimes it really sings when you set up a great army, but other times it can feel like you've spent a lot in investment in a hero or to produce units that get immediately outclassed on the battlefield by like a big rock guy you picked up randomly. It does rule to transform all your little people into glowing plant symbiotes or whatever though.
So I actually have a buddy that played AoW4 for like over 500h and that loves the game. I think I can see the appeal when you have a deeper understanding (which im lacking) since there seem to be a lot of synergies and combos that should be cool and possible.
I also agree with you that on paper AoW4 should be right up my alley with its themes and elements.