I played during M1e, and while I loved it, the games was easily broken by a few crews. It was a turn off for a lot of people (including me).
I am glad the game has turned around. I have been playing almost exclusively for the last four or five months (I still sneak a game or three of WHFB every once in a while).
The game is much smoother than before, and I am having a blast, as are my opponents...which is more important.
Thank Wyrd, and all you playtesters! I thank you from the bottom of my black little heart!