First one is an opinion. It's not something that's required. The graphics are also as advertised. People can see what they're getting and I happen to find the style charming.

Second is I believe someone unable to understand the build system in this game. I've been building structures for hundreds of hours now and I do not have issues with snaps not going where they're intended. Snap in this game is pretty simple and easy to understand.

Third, Portals exist. The game has fast travel. I always bring portal materials with me when I explore so I can return instantly and boat travel can be very exciting at times while exploring new zones. It's also good to just make outposts with defended permanent portals.

As for not bringing materials through portals. That's the only real issue I see and we can mod that out. That's the great thing about mods. :P