The other guy is right. I think they resent how successful old Blizzard was and how beloved the old game is.
I think there is spite. But it’s directed at the people who originally made these games. Modern Blizz looks at those people with contempt, despite the fact they only have jobs because of the amazing games those that came before them made.
I firmly believe that. The Classic Team especially have zero passion for the old WoW. It really seems like they’re trapped on this project, trying to get out. The way they blatantly lie to the playerbase is actually amazing. Maybe Classic is where Blizz puts the dregs, because they certainly seem completely incompetent.