I'm a 2004 original player... here's my thoughts on GDKP

[Absolutekek-area-52]

@Valenia-whitemane

See, but I’m not actually convinced that it does. Where’s the direct evidence?

It’s really very obviously does and Blizzard agrees.

https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/wow/t/gdkp-in-season-of-discovery/1777411

@Kaivax

It’s also undeniable that GDKP contributes to and drives a lot of illicit activity, such as real-money trading (RMT) and botting, as it creates a demand for in-game gold that would not otherwise exist. GDKP can create an “arms race” effect that encourages participating players to purchase gold to be able to compete for the best items.

Personally, I don’t know what their angle is. Blizzard enjoys the fact that people are botting and RMTing in their game because it generates revenue for them.