It's definitely not for everyone. I'd equate the feeling to knitting, where progress is mostly slow and deliberate and the meditativeness is by design.
replyIt's also more fun on a server with friends, where it can be more about hanging out and doing something together, rather than a solo creative exercise.
They're probably talking about the controller vs mouse and keyboard.
replyCorrect. I've played a fair amount on the computer with a keyboard and mouse and hours can easily pass by.
replyI found the controller very difficult when I tried it, and I'm one that generally opts for a console with nearly every other game.