I used to play a lot back in .85, but frankly after my many years long break I admittedly remember little of how PVP used to be back then. I have only recently started playing again in April of 2024, and have seen been dropping into conn frequently to try to improve my skills. Some stuff needs adjustment, and will be adjusted I am sure, like shield hardening. Perhaps it is that I came back in and effectively started from scratch skill wise, but I feel like these changes overall have not been as bad as people make them out to be. I've struggled to improve over the last few months, and balance tweaks are just things I have had to deal with, roll with the punches. As I learn how to fly effectively I need to constantly learn and adjust my tactics, so maybe this is less trouble for me given my situation.
I try to pvp often, even if I know I will lose. I wish I could provide more on the matter, but I feel like the direction snub fights is heading in isn't terrible.
Battleships really need attention from what I understand but that is a matter for another thread.