To be honest, I'm not against slow progression. But it should be a difficulty level choice. Previously I wanted the option to make progression more challenging, but not impossible.
Here's my take: The Show used to offer you a choice between playing a video game, and playing baseball on a console. Now it's #justanothervideogame.
As I said on another thread, I've got nothing against DD players. I'm glad they have a game they love. I just wish I still did.