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igarv14
Rising Rookie
5 years ago

Skill based matchmaking

Skill based matchmaking needs to be added for EASHL. A few of my friends haven’t been playing for that long and you have us going against guys with 900+ goals. It’s not even remotely fair to them  cause now they have to deal with an absurd amount of attempted cross creases or the glitch goal of walking in from right/left and shooting opposite corner. Sick passing plays is what scores in the NHL, not overpowered one-timers that go in every shot. You want to make your game realistic but it’s not even close. The puck pick-up is also absolutely horrendous. I will stick lift a guy or poke check and somehow he’ll still get it back. That’s not how that works. The game is beyond broken. Actually take feedback this time to make the game more real, more enjoyable, and more tough for those glitch players who exploit and cheat. 

Also please, please please please, change the soundtrack up. NHL 13-14 had one of the best soundtracks. Return to that type of one. Rock gets people pumped. 

Winter Classic Mode is a must now. All players miss it and want it. The community would absolutely love it if you brought it back, not some random champions league stuff. 

3 Replies

  • EA_Aljo's avatar
    EA_Aljo
    Icon for Community Manager rankCommunity Manager
    5 years ago

    Hi there, @igarv14 

    Are you only using computer defenders? If you have human defenders, they may want to play a little more aggressively and break up those plays before they happen. If you're using computer defenders, try using the High Pressure strategy. That will get them to play the carrier more. 

    If you can provide some video of the pick-up issues you're seeing, we'll review it. I've seen this happen as well, but normally it means you're not in a good position to pick up the puck. Ratings are also being considered in these situations.

    Thanks for the feedback!

  • TTZ_Dipsy's avatar
    TTZ_Dipsy
    Legend
    5 years ago

    The problem with skill-based matchmaking is the fact it's very easy to exploit the cpu for goals, and a lot of people who have insane goal totals usually just play 3's which is even easier. 

    The grading system we currently have is lacking for teams with fewer human players since they have to do way more than normal and are usually forced out of position - In theory, teams can just tank in position to purposely lower their skill card to beat up on weaker teams.

    You'll need to provide some video examples of what you're experiencimg so they can investigate and hopefully tweak gameplay.

    While I agree a rock soundtrack more sense for NHL, I personally don't care about adding the Winter Classic back, especially if it would take away from other aspects of the game. I think QoL improvements should be top priority for next-gen.

  • Sammyplummer's avatar
    Sammyplummer
    Not applicable
    4 years ago

    So true , skill based matchmaking is the biggest issue and defending for me

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