i would love it if the original maps were added to the game as custom maps, but overall it's fine for me. to be completely honest this game well needed a refurbish. i love the old maps and they held a lot of memories for me, but they were just so old and predictable. the other additions were needed too. i'm glad the staff did the best they could to update the game, despite what has been left behind.
if anyone leaves because of this update, that's completely understandable and it's a free choice. the game was such a big part of many people and having all your old spots taken away is pretty heartbreaking. the staff do not need backlash because of this update though, because imo that just doesn't make any sense. an update was asked and asked for years and we finally got it. remember that the staff have no access to the original source code so big changes could not be done.
i'm not trying to kiss any butts at all, so sorry if i come off as that.