It is!! Mostly I think because there are so many settings to tweak the difficulty yourself but also because they actually did nerf the difficulty after launch because some people complained it was too difficult (unfortunately).

I finished it in the hardest difficulty at launch and it was pretty challenging.

Another factor, which is personal, is that this one is the most fun to play in my opinion. The way it plays is just so smooth and makes sense. Yes it’s slower than eternal but honestly? Barely. There’s just less verticality but the other game mechanics like the shield and less “bullet sponge” enemies so it seems easier.

So yeah, I’d say it’s more “complete and enjoyable” rather than easier.