@warslag
You know, it seems to me that as if you are stretching here. Almost like you want (or maybe "need" would be a better term) my words to support your feelings. So much so, that you are adding to my words in your own mind. So please, allow me to make what I am saying clear (for the 3rd time)
I started quitting so I wouldn't get frustrated, and I can honestly say it has worked.
Yes, APEX players are going to play how they want, I agree with that. Do I agree with the style they are picking? No, not in the least. In my opinion they view this game as a TDM or "Free For All" game, not a Team Based game that everyone argues it is. They try to get as many kills as they can, and "quitting" is, in their opinion, "respawning". I have been crystal clear on why I believe this is. Respawn and EA, when creating this game, put the focus on KILLS and not on wins.
When you start off a game with a KILL stat that can be displayed, but DO NOT have a stat for GAMES WON, you send a clear message to your players that kills are more important than actually winning a game. I have even gone as far as to make a suggestion on how to begin to change this mindset.
Seeing as I can not change how people play this game, how my style of play is completely different then those I am matched with and how that difference does get frustrating, I adapted to the game. I have learned to view this game like most of the players do.. So I am not sure in what bizarro universe that is considered a temper tantrum.
Now for the rest.
I really am not sure if you are just accidently making connections where there are none, if you are trying to read into my statements purposely looking for a form of "meaning" that supports your argument (which again, none exist) or if you are just a Troll looking to argue for the fun of it.
Either way please allow me to clarify where you are incorrect.. First, I have yet to "RAGE" on here. Believe me, you are talking to someone of a high intelligence, add in a "go for the throat" attitude at times. If I were to Rage, you would know it lol.
There is an old saying "Just because people think you are paranoid, doesn't mean they aren't out to get you".. Something similar can be said here. Just because you believe I am incorrect that players are playing an "anti-social" style, doesn't mean they aren't.
Also, where you are just making things up, I have never once tried to hold the dev's "Ransom".. In fact, that makes no sense in the context that you used it. This statement alone is what leads me to believe that you are just a troll... I am not saying you are, I am saying that is how this statement comes across..
In fact this entire comment just seems argumentative.. The ONLY part of it that is correct, is that I am sarcastic, which I openly admit and am very good at.
So before you click that reply button, let me say this. If you want to try and psychoanalyze me, at least do so with some common sense. Not doing that makes you look of lesser intelligence. If you are going to make statements, and say I said them, quote me where I said it. If you are trying to say that's how I am "coming across", then make that clear. When you try to use a "coming across as" argument, but present it as factual (like I actually said that) then that either shows your intentions just to argue or your lack of understanding on what FACTS are.
This post that I created was intended to accomplish a few things.
1) To express to RESPAWN and EA the negative culture they have encouraged and how it will/is effecting players that are "team based" players
2) To give advice to those players that are frustrated with how randoms play, letting them know that changing their style, in the same way I did, would alleviate that frustration. Also that being a "Quitter", as much as they may have complained about it in the past (as I did), is ok. They do not have to feel guilty for doing so.
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3) Yes, to add some sarcasm to emphasize the need for solos. To, in a sarcastic way, show RESPAWN and EA where their game is headed if they do not address the real issue. A "leaver penalty" will not change the player mindset. Something a bit more drastic is needed..
I will admit, Solo's will not change that mindset, but it would allow players that want to actually win, that opportunity. In fact, Solo's actually gives both player styles what they want. Hot Droppers can continue to "Hot Drop" and "Striving for the win" players can do that as well.. Solo's would actually make the game better for hot droppers, they no longer have to look at it as 3v1's, they can now focus strictly on the threat in front of them, knowing when they get the kill, it's an actual kill.
The only way to deal with the "I have more kills, which means I am better than anyone else" players is to embarrass them publicly. Add a "Total Games Played" and "Total Wins" stat permanently to their player cards.
This allows other players to see how many wins a player has. So if you have 10 million kills, but 3 wins, it allows other players to see just how "good" you are. The players in question would now feel silly that they do not have more wins, so they would strive for that.. That would mean playing as a team and using strategy. Yes it would take time, but overall players would need to adapt a new playing style.. And maybe, just maybe, both worlds (Hot Droppers and Win Driven players) can come to a common ground playing style. One that consist of being smart and yet aggressive in the right situations.
