Hi @Richard_Parke,
Forum votes are just one of a number of factors that Asana uses for feature decisions, so there’s not a particular numeric value tipping point. For some more context on this, see the first question here: 🦄 If Wishes Were Unicorns: Why Asana Might Not Have Implemented that Feature Request (and other thoughts about Asana feature development and product strategy)
Well, not necessarily always - I do typically like them in moderation but see the 4th question in that post for some additional considerations re. options.
FWIW, the rounded pills led to text being truncated; as I understand it, a lot of the purpose of the new design is to help reduce the truncation. Not defending it or attacking it, just explaining for those who are puzzled about it.