Board Game Arena

Why does the arena mode differ from the normal mode, where players have the flexibility to initiate the game even if someone is absent? The frustration of being kicked off is bothersome, and some players have chosen to delete their accounts because of this issue. I think considering alternative methods to attract and retain more players could enhance the overall experience.

I'm not sure I understand this properly. From what I've read the obvious question should be, if they are absent then why are they starting an arena game in the first place?

Because not many people play this game, there are times when we have to endure long waiting periods but still eagerly want to play. On one occasion, as I stepped away for a few minutes while waiting for the game to commence, it unexpectedly started, and I was inadvertently kicked off.