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If this system fails, the game becomes a frustrating, unplayable mess that bleeds players instantly.
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Many players believe that matchmaking is intentionally rigged against them, constantly forcing them to fight 'hard counters' after a win streak.
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Most modern strategy games utilize a modified version of the Elo rating system, originally designed for professional chess.
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If the system matches you perfectly, you should mathematically have a 50% chance of winning every single game you play.
+It only looks at your numerical rating.Accept the RNG.In the lower arenas, the system often includes 'bots'. +Level-Based Matchmaking +
The standard Elo system works perfectly for chess because all pieces are equal, but [tower rush](https://blkbook.blactive.com/read-blog/77646_tower-rush-vs-real-time-strategy-what-039-s-the-difference.html) games feature upgradeable cards.
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The system will try its best to match you with someone who has the same trophies AND a similar tower level.
+Algorithm CheckSignificanceElo RatingAbsolute Highest PriorityUpgrade StatusThe system tries to match levels, but will abandon this check if the queue takes longer than 10 seconds +The Esports Standard +
Because the ladder algorithm must balance queue times against fairness, it will never be perfectly balanced.
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The algorithm is blind; it only respects victory.
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