Hunters are like fishermen, they can really stretch distances and sizes.
OK, I’ll admit, I 3X9 on my dear rifle and I rarely crank it up past 4x. I’ve taken a few long shots over the years, but most of my deer, pig, etc. are under 200yds, many closer to a 100.
We’re not talking prairie dogs at 500yds here (I have a gun and glass for this).
I’m guessing the vast majority of deer kills don’t even require a scope.
Gotta love it.