Don't know if it is as bad as everyone is crying. I think most people forgot about quality stuff (which I know isn't mandatory to play with, sure). You should also have more space for more lasers with the new power generator.
And while roaming the area with lasers is fun, how engaging is that in the long run? I like the change.
Who knows... I think all the ones you can buy are ugly while the free ones from seasons are pretty cool. Would never buy anyway if they changed that but I am happy as it is now.