I understand what the OP is saying. It's the same reason I can't play Minecraft. It's clearly an amazing game, but I just can't do it. For whatever reason, even though the graphics keep me from enjoying Minecraft, I am not bothered by the PS1/PS2 era look of Valheim. It's like a 50' paint job. This game looks fantastic from a distance but it's not pretty up close.

Tastes are subjective. If it's not enjoyable, it's not enjoyable. That's all that matters. I'd say give it another shot if you like building/survival games, but I would be a hypocrite in doing so.