I started using gesture controls back on my One Plus 6t and just haven’t looked back since. I do wish gesture controls had some more uniformity between manufacturers. Like when I got my Pixel 6a there were minor differences in how you use multitasking. My SO gets tripped up when using my Pixel cause the gestures are different from her iPhone.
If I’m playing with my friends the excitement of making jokes and having fun is enough for me. But if I’m alone no game brings me joy if it’s not my current hyper fixation.