Though I do miss Code, Forlorn, Galen, Nereus and many others, there is always time to make friends! (imo)
Granted some people are not around anymore. Some left completely for other fighting games and never looked back, some left to pursue their life goals etc. but I don't think it's ever too late.
Seriously, go PC. We have a good community here and very warmly accept newcomers into the fold. We also have a decent portion of EU players if the connection sensitivity is an issue.