This is entirely a YOU problem. All collectibles are completely optional and combat is easy enough (or even completely skippable) even without all of the upgrades. It's not the game's fault if you have OCD lol. What's more, as another comment has already pointed out, the number of collectibles you gave is completely wrong and overblown and you do not even need all of them in order to fully upgrade your gear.

In conclusion: Not only does this not quality as journalism, it wouldn't even meet the criteria for a decent Steam review lol. I suggest deleting this crap.