E:D has been on the decline in the last couple years, there's no doubt about it. but there's something I like about this game that I can't really explain other than with the word "charm". I keep coming back to it, and I even bought both expansions.
I don't exactly regret the purchase, we've played Anthem before which was a much bigger mess, and let's not forget the mess that is SC, but I can definitely understand the reasons why it's not fun to a lot of other people. The quality of the more recent content in E:D has indeed declined. But with that said, I can still find some fun in this game, and I hope all of you can as well if you give it another chance (preferably before I rotate out of it).
still, if there's anyone at all that still plays E:D, even if occasionally, don't hesitate to add me as a friend ingame and let me know so i can accept your friend request.