All articles tagged with #matchmaking
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Eurogamer
Embark Studios has confirmed that Arc Raiders now uses aggression-based matchmaking, pairing players based on their tendency towards PvP or PvE gameplay, leading to tougher encounters for players who prefer PvP modes.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by PCGamesN
Embark CEO Patrick Söderlund confirms that Arc Raiders now uses an aggression-based matchmaking system that groups players based on their tendency towards PvP or PvE, a recent addition aimed at managing player behavior and enhancing the multiplayer experience.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Beebom
ARC Raiders uses an unconventional aggression-based matchmaking system that pairs players based on their gameplay preferences, such as PvE or PvP tendencies, rather than traditional skill-based metrics, aiming to enhance player experience and game longevity.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Eurogamer
Embark Studios has confirmed that player behavior influences matchmaking in Arc Raiders, with the process being complex and analyzing player actions to assign matches. The game has a reputation for player pacifism, and recent updates include a festive map event, with ongoing data analysis to improve gameplay experience.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by League of Legends
In 2026, League of Legends is introducing improvements to Ranked mode, including better autofill matching, a new Aegis of Valor reward system, reduced dodging penalties, faster champion select, realigned skill tiers, and enhanced rank consistency across game modes, all aimed at improving player experience and match quality.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MP1st
Battlefield 6 is experiencing a significant problem with bots filling matches outside the US, especially during specific times, due to broken matchmaking and lack of developer acknowledgment, which could harm the game's reputation and player retention.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Kotaku
The Black Ops 7 beta revealed community frustrations over doors and high time-to-kill rates, while also showcasing effective anti-cheat measures and ongoing debates about skill-based matchmaking, with the game aiming to compete with Battlefield 6 upon release.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Eurogamer
Treyarch announced updates for the Black Ops 7 beta, including more varied matchmaking, weapon balance adjustments, and stability improvements, aiming to enhance player experience before the game's full launch on November 14th. They are also addressing feedback on TTK and making reloading while wall jumping default at launch, despite issues with cheating in the beta.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Just Jared
Margaret Qualley revealed on The Tonight Show that she tried to play matchmaker for her mom, Andie MacDowell, by connecting her with Bill Murray, with whom she shared a humorous history from filming Groundhog Day, both currently living in Charleston.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Wccftech
The preload for Battlefield 6's Open Beta is now available across platforms, with gameplay changes including reworked Assault class abilities, new gadgets, and adjusted class roles. Matchmaking will consider factors like ping, location, server availability, and skill to ensure balanced gameplay. The beta begins on August 9, with early access starting August 7.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Blizzard News
The article explains how Overwatch's matchmaking system aims to create fun and fair matches by balancing skill levels using MMR, role delta, and other systems, while also addressing challenges like queue times and differences between core and Stadium modes.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Vulture
A real-life matchmaker reviews the film 'Materialists,' noting its satirical tone and highlighting the differences between cinematic portrayal and actual matchmaking practices, emphasizing the industry's move towards personalized, holistic approaches and the importance of vetting and understanding client needs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
A wave of new dating apps is challenging established platforms like Tinder and Hinge by addressing user fatigue and introducing innovative features. These startups are experimenting with alternatives to swiping, such as limited daily profiles and AI-powered matchmaking. Some focus on in-person events to foster connections, while others, like social apps Posh and 222, facilitate organic interactions that may lead to romance. This shift is driven by a desire for more meaningful connections and is attracting venture capital interest.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Halo Waypoint
Halo Infinite's upcoming update on June 4 will introduce the Match Composer feature, allowing players to customize their matchmaking experience by selecting specific game modes within playlists. This new functionality offers greater control and flexibility, making previously limited-time modes like Team Snipers permanently available. Most social playlists will support Match Composer, while ranked playlists will not. The update coincides with the launch of Tenrai IV, bringing new content and fixes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PC Gamer
Overwatch 2's upcoming season 10 will introduce significant competitive changes, allowing players of all ranks to group together, regardless of the rank difference. This aims to improve the experience for players who want to play with friends of varying skill levels. However, players in wide groups will only be matched against similar groups, and their rank changes will be limited to prevent boosting. These changes are expected to enhance match quality and reduce the presence of smurfs in competitive play.