Until one of these happens, the war continues. Archives will keep re-uploading. Creators will keep paywalling. Reddit will keep fighting. And every few months, a new viral post will declare:
Caution: Avoid sites demanding payment or your own Patreon login. Never share private credentials. Patreon Must Be Destroyed Sims 4
Some have suggested a Patreon alternative built specifically for modding, with built-in early access timers and automatic public releases. No such platform exists yet. Until one of these happens, the war continues