It's quite different for me because what I am hearing from people in-game, reddit, youtube, etc (except forum) has been very positive. Everyone I know that never touch The Feast are now playing PVP on daily basis (including FL).

The pros (fun/engaging/fast/unique jobs/less-frustration/rewards) out-weight the cons (cheating/spam/win-trading).
Probably because I got to Crystal without meeting any cheater/win-traders.

I'd say if someone stucked in Bronze, maybe it's time to change strategy/jobs, don't think it's the game's fault.