People are lazy as hell and just want an easy win. The majority will never use anything but meta, no matter what that meta is, because that's what they get out of it. There's always a meta. Problem here is the customizability. I'm not bashing on it, I love customization, but at this level it is downright bad for PvP. All armor mods and seasonal artifact perks should be inactive in PvP, with the exception of weapon mods and perks, as they offer nothing really out of the norm for shooters. Perks add extra functionality, but are exaggerated with mods and artifacts. Removing those keeps them more in line. All kill times should be slightly increased. All aim assist should be minimal. All players/classes should only be granted ONE guaranteed super per match. No more, no less. With minimal customization for PvP side specifically, brought down to very basic levels, that would help balance. Problem though is still crutching meta, but without all the extra perks to enhance that meta, it should be more mild. People may even play a lot more, but there's also the chance they won't because customization is a beloved mechanic, I agree, but if PvP is balanced a lot better, minus that, it may just even the sacrifice out and bring more people in. No idea. Nobody can say for sure, not even the devs, but that's what I see that needs to be done.