I am not sure if you are trying to introduce some sort of false equivalency or what…
Nobody said you get money back and nobody personally addressed you regarding game features and release dates.
You waited to ask for a refund until after playing past the refund policy duration. You were told you did not qualify for a refund and why. You knew this is why you were denied a refund at the time.
You absolutely COULD have gotten your refund if you asked for it in the 5 weeks between the Ladder delay news and game release.
I have no idea why you would think you can play for a month then get a refund. Life does not work that way.