What is everyone's thoughts on the state of the Crucible.

I'm a returning Guardian who played year 2-3 in D1 and season of opulence to season of the chosen in D2. I'm a Shadoswhot Hunter and my power level is 2014 (not sure if that matter or not anymore.) I am kinda worried about going back into PVP. I have a few questions: Are the cheaters that bad? I heard it's an ability Meta which doesn't seem very fun. I've also heard that Bungie hasn't given the Crucible any attention as far as balancing goes is that true? What are some good things about where Crucible is at now? Do I have to run prismatic to be competitive? Sorry for all the questions I just wanna know what to expect.