Yep, this. I use arch (btw) with KDE, and there's no way I could use Windows or macOS. I need the flexibility and cheap software for both my personal projects and my job. I think what probably makes it is that I'm not a high-end gamer, just a few easier Steam games now and again and some classics like Age3.

I do really like Pipewire. There are definitely some crinkles still to iron out but it's really coming along and simplifies everything so much.