It's actually less neutered. The only thing that sucks is if you need a ZOGware compliant app (something that requires Google Play or an account). People are moving away from releasing apps on GPlay though. Since people have been sideloading a new ROM onto their phone, there has been a demand for independent app stores.

Fortunately there are not many of those I care to run.

All of the apps I use or care to keep serve some kind of purpose.