Because the world has not always been this way. The infantilization out teens and young adults, with the lack of purpose and call to become an adult with responsibility took us here. Basically, people have capital and no responsibility so they spend money on toys, be it car, game systems, or figurines from their favorite anime.
One has to wonder, in 20 years, with this lack of meaning and responsibility lead to regret? Having children and taking responsibility are huge in giving people meaning instead of being simply a consumer.