I have been playing Dwarf Fortress for 12 years which has been in "EA" for decades, even if, officially, it's not a real Steam EA (but soon will be, yes!).
I totally get playing this kind of game (DF, Rimworld, M&B etc..) even when they are not finished as they generally offer enough to sink hundreds of hours. at early stages.
I was wondering about those games built around a predetermined story though, like BG3. Now with all those posts I get it, help a cherished developer with money or feedback.