tester991 little side example: When Apex invented "spotting" system for battle royales - Fortnite did not said "we do not need this feature, we are nor apex 2.0". They copied this feature right next day. Thats why they are mantain incredible online numbers.
There is nothing bad in strategy of taking best ideas everywheare, thats how you become winner.
And gramps shouldnt be implemented instead of current good systems, he should be added as alternative.
In the end of day - every feature that provoking social bonding - is ultimately good for server longevity and online. People play more if they are connected to other people.