Talking about the stats, it would not be the same but not that down either. Gambling discussion is one of the interesting sections here in the forum.
But we can't deny the fact that the rise of signature campaigns make it increase the stats in here. So far, it's the busiest boards in here considering the fact that most signature campaigns we see on the Services board requires a post in here, I guess there are far more interesting sections here in this very forum compared to Gambling board.
Gambling discussion is the most busy board because most signature campaigns they take post from the Gambling section as a requirement to meet up post count. But even without signature the Gambling section will still be a busy place.