@Airwing you’re missing a huge point though: new features that get added are almost always added as galaxy settings. This is done specifically to allow us the option to revert new features with 0 code changes.
Why would I build things this way if I was trying to permanently move away from “Classic IC”? I wouldn’t. Same goes with the new alliances: galaxy setting. I’ve explained repeatedly that it will be tested in Infinitum first, evaluated for MW, and adjusted based on player feedback.
You also seem to have forgotten about the Limited map feature that I implemented at your request, specifically to bring back classic-era map behavior. If you’re “looking at the features that has been implemented over the last years”, why are you ignoring one that you yourself suggested?
Is it possible that you are not looking at the entire picture, and focusing only on the things that you dislike?
So yes, you are spreading misinformation, even if you are not doing it intentionally. Instead of just asking for clarity, you’re making a huge assumption and claiming that the sky is falling. It isn’t helpful.
As for the players that you know that agree with you, thats fantastic. Some players also do not. This is evident by the brainstorming session where other players had different ideas than you about what needs to be changed.
And that’s totally fine! 
That has always been part of the challenge: creating a game that serves the interest of a huge variety of preferences. However, I have to be considerate of all feedback, not just yours. Some agree with you, and some don’t.
As for named play: that isn’t even a new feature. This was added and removed again when Stefan was still around, and then added again last year.
Please, assume less and ask more. I am involved for a reason.
Hmmmmm if only there were something that was built after I took over that makes this possible. Some kind of… galaxy settings for new features… wouldn’t that be grand? 
We are hijacking @Vash_the_Stampede’s thread though. Let’s not distract from his efforts to get us to a Classic IC even faster. We have Feedback for feedback if you’d like to continue our discussion there.