I kinda wanna buy this but idk how often this gets updated I don't wanna pay for an unfinished and abandon game
unlike other games which get small updates monthly, this game is split into 9 big chapters and is being released one chapter at a time. for me, this way of updating is more assuring that the game will be developed till the end. each chapter feels like a full game by itself and gives you many play hours, and you will most likely play each chapter more than once (the prologue is much shorter than the chapters). the chapters end in an appropriate way, and the story keeps flowing smoothly between them. developing and releasing a new chapter takes about 2 to 3 months normally.
the price of the chapters is pretty affordable, so my advice is to buy the first chapter and see how it works for you. the first chapter is more focused on crafting than the next chapters, but it gives you a good idea what to expect of the game.
you should also join the game server on discord, where other players can help you if you get stuck, can ask questions and see info about patches of the chapter that is currently for patreon backers only and will be released on itch in the future.