Grok 4.2 coming next week - the closest to 4o ?

I've been using Grok a lot since 4o got sunsetted, and honestly, it's the closest thing I've found to that old 4o vibe. Great for creative writing, conversations (even difficult ones) , roleplaying, warm, fun, and no preachy nanny-bot nonsense.

Anyone else feel the same? Do you think Grok 4.2 (Elon said "next week" on Feb 15) will get even closer to 4o's personality? The timing feels too perfect, tons of delays, then boom, right after the 4o exodus. Almost like xAI's scooping up the heartbroken users.

What do you think, hype or real shot at recapturing the magic?