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<br>If this system fails, the game becomes a frustrating, unplayable mess that bleeds players instantly.<br>
<br>Many players believe that matchmaking is intentionally rigged against them, constantly forcing them to fight 'hard counters' after a win streak.<br>
How You Are Ranked
<br>Most modern strategy games utilize a modified version of the Elo rating system, originally designed for professional chess.<br>
<br>If the system matches you perfectly, you should mathematically have a 50% chance of winning every single game you play.<br>
It only looks at your numerical rating.Accept the RNG.In the lower arenas, the system often includes 'bots'.
Level-Based Matchmaking
<br>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.<br>
<br>The system will try its best to match you with someone who has the same trophies AND a similar tower level.<br>
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
<br>Because the ladder algorithm must balance queue times against fairness, it will never be perfectly balanced.<br>
<br>The algorithm is blind; it only respects victory.<br>