I think my moreover point is, EVE is special but I'm not sure being a sandbox, or in this case, being the biggest sandbox is enough in 2016. Does it need PVE and quest hubs? No. But I think it needs Gods on the hill, as in it needs developers to stir the pot from time to time. It might also need some in game systems to help create that narrative and give it meaning via a history. Maybe even some unique character mechanics to stand out on that front as well.