For many designers, video editors, and web developers, CS6 remains the gold standard of stability and ownership. The Master Collection was Adobe’s "everything and the kitchen sink" bundle. It combined every major professional tool into one massive (and expensive) package.
You bought it once, you owned it forever. No monthly fees, no "renting" software. For freelancers and small studios on a budget, this was a lifesaver.
Whether you see it as a dinosaur or a masterpiece, CS6’s legacy is undeniable. It was the end of a simpler, more permanent relationship between creators and their tools. Do you still run CS6 on an older machine? Many do. And for many, it still feels like coming home.