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I don't really buy that considering how passionate people are about that game. Just because it's now free software doesn't mean you have to accept contributions.
A copyleft license would prevent copycats and a trademark would distinguish the original from other compiled binaries a la Firefox or Rust.
Counterpoint, Thunderbird received millions in donations when it was on the brink of death.
At least when he retires it will finally be available that's better than most games (esp. those built on nonfree game engines and assets)