Reflection on 'Group Activities'

When a group activity fails to attract participation and resorting to a 'lottery' or even forcing students to join becomes necessary, what is the significance of such an event?
Is the lack of student involvement an indication that the activity itself lacks appeal?
Possibly.
Perhaps it's because students simply have no time for extracurricular activities?
After all, everyone has their own priorities—some are busy with research, competitions, or grades, while others are caught up in ‘王者’ or ‘原神’. In the end, there's just no time left...