I’ve been buying Bethesda RPGs without waiting for reviews since 2007. They’ve all had their rough spots but not a single one has disappointed me. Despite their issues I put hundreds of hours into each one and enjoyed them all. I see no reason to think this won’t be the same, and have no problem betting $70 on it. I pre-ordered last night on Xbox.
But I see no reason not to hand the money over since I’ve already made up my mind to buy the product. If they don’t deliver the product, then I should get a refund. If they deliver a product so terrible I regret buying it, well, that’s on me and I won’t be so quick to do it again. But based on past history I have faith the game will be a little rough but I will still enjoy it, so why not spend the money now?