They aren't completely skilless or as skilless as a lot of people say they are. That playstyle has been at the top of the game for some time now though, especially when you factor in smgs, which are somewhat similar.
Summoner is one of those weapons that doesn't always feel broken, then at particular times it feels completely op. Usually when things are nerfed there's a few things left for people to use and that will probably be the case with autos.
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Of the current meta, auto rifles require the least skill. Sure, not skill-less but the least amount. They have as much aim assist and cause as much flinch as any other weapon, they can out range pulse rifles and some scout rifles. They can now beat smgs up close. All this by holding down the trigger. No timing shots. No strict accuracy requirement. Just holding down the trigger.
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I think they have a "lower skill ceiling," if I'm saying that right, in that they cap out in terms of what you can do with them if you're good earlier than pulses or hand cannons.