Gaming: Is Skill-Based Matchmaking Bad?
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3’s release is right around the corner. Millions of players were able to get some hands-on action after the open beta testing. Lots of fun, rage, and try-harding ensued , but one debated topic kept popping up. Is the skill-based matchmaking system good or bad?
What Is Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM)?
SBMM is the algorithm that attempts to place players against others that are around their same skill level. This means that the majority of your games should be nail bitingly close. If it functions as intended, SBMM should make matches more enjoyable for players of all skill levels. It would allow everyone to experience high octane gameplay. However, it’s not without its drawbacks. The system can also be a major detriment to above average and highly skilled players.
Is (SBMM) Worth It Or Not?
One argument against SBMM is that a game’s meta can possibly ruin the gaming experience that the algorithm is trying to create. The meta, the most effective tactics available, can turn your average joe into an above average player. Above average players, not following the meta, can end up feeling forced into playing meta builds when they get outgunned by someone that is less skilled then them. This can create an upward trickling effect with everyone changing to meta builds just to beat people worse than them. On the other hand, SBMM can really aid below average players by giving them a great environment to build up their skills. No one enjoys being utterly crushed by someone all game just to finish the match having learned nothing.
Another possible drawback to SBMM is that, once your skill rating is high enough, it may take longer to find players for your matches. If there aren’t enough players in your skill level that are nearby, a larger search area is needed. This also means that your ping, the time it takes for data to travel from your device to a server and back, will be higher. This can mean, the better you are, the longer your wait time between matches AND a worse connection in game.
Your Thoughts On (SBMM)
Everyone loves the feeling of winning. A well deserved win can get your blood pumping, adrenaline flowing, and dopamine rushing to your brain. But what are your thoughts on skill-based matchmaking? Is it great for everyone? Does it need more improvements? If so, what kinds? Or should it be removed entirely with every team’s skill balance left to the RNG gods?
11 Vintage-Style Gamer Tees That Will Give You Some Major Nostalgia
8-Bit Super Mario Bros Tee
Remember when the OG Mario games were in 8-Bit? Super Mario Bros was definitely a fan favorite game growing up, and this shirt just says it all. It’s available in a few different sizes.
Nintendo 64 Shirt
While the Nintendo 64 system came out in the mid-90s that was still over 25 years ago and still nostalgic enough. This shirt has some pretty great graphics though!
Space Invaders Tee
Okay, when we saw this we immediately said “NO WAY!” Space Invaders is definitely high on the list of classic video games we loved growing up. Now you can grab a shirt to reminisce about it in sizes Small through 5XL.
Atari Tee
If you were lucky enough to have your parents buy you an Atari you were easily the favorite house on the street. We still have memories of playing Pong, Frogger, Gravitar, etc.
SEGA Gamer Tee
The SEGA systems were incredible. Somewhere tucked away in all of our many boxes is a SEGA console that definitely could be put in a museum. The second we saw this shirt we knew we had to add it to this list.
Pac-Man Logo Tee
Okay, Pac-Man was in fact one of the best games growing up. That game was one where you could sit for hours and just keep playing it. So when we saw this tee we knew it was getting added to the list immediately. This definitely has us feeling like it’s 1981.
7) Super Mario Vintage Tee
I mean you can’t talk about vintage video games without mentioning Super Mario. This tee is available in sizes Small through 3XL.
Mortal Kombat Flawless Victory
Another great old-school video game! I mean let’s face it you can totally hear the “flawless victory” in your head, right?
Sonic The Hedgehog Tee
We love the graphics on this Sonic The Hedgehog tee. It has a cool vintage look and that’s exactly what we’re looking for.
Keep It Classic Tee
This is definitely for all of you classic gamers. Keep it classic with this awesome tee. It’s available in sizes Small through 5XL.
Bonus: Old School Arcade Game
This retro old–school arcade shirt hits us right in the nostalgic feelings. This would make an awesome gift for any holiday or occasion.
Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create? Drop us a line at [email protected].
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