Yes, they are. If you want 60 FPS and a higher resolution in the two open-world Zelda games, you either need to pay more or have NSO + Expansion Pack. There is no justifiable reason for these to be bundled in with the "Zelda Notes" shit (that's a smartphone app and not even part of the game).
Are we really calling tweaking a config file a "remaster" now? This is the bare minimum for a new console, IMO, and it is absurdly disgusting they thought some of these "upgrade packs" should cost money.
There can be multiple problems worth fighting for at once. Gaming is an escape for many from the harsh reality we all live in and I also just generally think art should be preserved as much as possible.
I cannot fathom why anyone would bring children into this world intentionally at this stage so this seems like an overall good thing to me.