Looks like this could be related to recent Playstation and maybe Rockstars announcements regarding ending support for CDs. (Sony announced end of support in 2028 and GTA VI will not release on CD).
I've moved to San Francisco from Europe, I've been hired by a startup before graduating from school and now it's pretty much always the same work routine.
I personally see my life here in San Francisco as a work/career/money sacrifice that I hope will pay of later.
Other than that I don't feel personally connected to the area and feel like most people I know of have the same mindset. (Mostly also expats from Europe)
Edit: Added GTA announce