Why does LOL play ranked matches? ——Analysis of the reasons behind players’ enthusiasm for ranking
"League of Legends" (LOL) is one of the most popular MOBA games in the world, and the ranked mode has always been the core content that players pay attention to. Why are players so keen on playing ranked matches? This article will give you an in-depth analysis from the three dimensions of data, psychological motivation and game design, combined with the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Ranked player data: popularity and trends
According to recent player discussions and platform data statistics, the participation in ranked matches far exceeds that of other modes. The following is the statistics of keywords related to qualifying in hot topics in the past 10 days:
| keywords | Frequency of occurrence (times) | Related popularity |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking mechanism | 12,500 | high |
| Rank rewards | 9,800 | Middle to high |
| ELO system | 7,200 | middle |
| Single row/double row | 15,300 | high |
2. Four reasons why players are keen on ranked matches
1. Competitiveness and sense of achievement
Ranking quantifies player strength through a rank system (such as Black Iron to King), and every victory means one step closer to a higher rank. In recent forums, players generally stated that "scoring points" is the core way to prove their strength.
2. Reward driven
Season end rewards (such as skins, icons, borders) are important incentives. The following is a comparison of some rewards in the 2023 season:
| rank | Victory series skin | Exclusive icon |
|---|---|---|
| gold | yes | Basic model |
| platinum | yes | Dynamic effects |
| Diamond+ | yes | Limited color matching |
3. Social proof
High-ranking accounts are more likely to gain attention on social platforms (such as Weibo and Tieba). Among the recent hot topics, a certain anchor's video "Becoming the King of Solo Queue" has been played more than one million times, which reflects players' pursuit of ranked achievements.
4. Version and balance
Ranked matches usually use the latest version and the matching mechanism is stricter. In the past 10 days of updates, designers have adjusted the ranking strength of many heroes to further stimulate players to verify their tactics through ranking.
3. Controversies and improvement suggestions in qualifying
Despite the popularity of ranked matches, players also raised some questions:
| Disputed points | Player feedback proportion |
|---|---|
| Matching time is too long | 34% |
| There is a big gap in the level of teammates | 42% |
| Power leveling behavior | twenty four% |
In response to these problems, players suggest optimizing the matching algorithm and strengthening the verification of rank authenticity.
Conclusion
Ranking is not only the core gameplay of LOL, but also a symbol of players’ pursuit of self-breakthrough. From data to psychology, from rewards to social interaction, multiple factors jointly drive the popularity of ranked matches. In the future, as the game mechanism continues to improve, ranking matches may bring more surprises.
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