@csaArmistead, @SvenSvensonn, @ImpliedNine8738
Here are a few more original vs increased contrast comparisons. In each case I increased contrast in Gimp by 15. IMO problem with increased contrast is that it makes some UI elements too dark.
If increased contrast is preferred by many people and makes units easier to distinguish, then certainly developers could add an option for it
Btw, IMO it is wrong to suggest people to simply play older versions of the game if they don’t like some changes in DE. It is normal, that people want to play newer version of game with its improvements and playerbase and want to customise its features according to their preference.