I was thinking why some players/gamers been saying “this has been one of the better (or best) shooter game in a couple years”. Then it hit me.
CoD
Apex
Destiny 2
Splitgate
Fortnite
All have something in common… the ttk and brutal(ness) of the pvp.
Everyone of these games requires skill. As for Halo it is balanced. No supers, not fast ttk, easier to run away… Though one has to be skilled still (look at the championships). It an easier game by far to master.