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There should be a better match making system in place but it has been stated repeatedly why it is the way it currently is. The same applies to why ranks aren’t shown. It would take even longer to get into a game if they’re shown.
As a veteran player there are some signs whether to back out of a dressing room and/or lobby. The main one is if you see the opposing team with all PS5 or Xbox players and they’re all of similar ranks (P3-5) then back out. They’re most likely a group of friends and an organized team.
Do your own matchmaking and be patient with playing games. If you know you’re a low skilled/level player then you have two choices. Wait for a matchup with similar level players or take your lumps against the higher ones. It isn’t fair but we all have to start somewhere. I took mine over 10 years ago. 😆
I also see way too many opposing players/teams ready up without a full team which in most cases puts you at a disadvantage against a team of 5-6 humans. So many complain about the AI being crap but will still ready up with them. 🤨
Being new and low skilled at a game is discouraging but if you’re passionate enough and determined then it’ll get better. Even myself as a veteran player I go up against players/teams a lot better than me but I try not to quit and use it to get better myself.
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