In the world of Apex Legends Season 17, three distinct bonuses pave the way to augment your ladder points
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The Apex Legends Season 18 ranking system aims to rectify the flaws of its predecessor, Season 17, which garnered considerable criticism. In Season 17, the gameplay heavily incentivized avoiding combat altogether, resulting in peculiar instances where players reached the Predator rank with zero damage inflicted. While some improvements have been implemented this season, the issue of rank progression through non-combat means remains unaddressed until Season 19. With the number of Master-tier players significantly reduced, the question remains whether over a million players will achieve Master status this season, akin to Season 17.
In the world of Apex Legends Season 17, three distinct bonuses pave the way to augment your ladder points:
Elimination Bonuses are bestowed upon your team for vanquishing other players. These bonuses are calculated individually, and multiple eliminations against the same opponents are disregarded. Your personal stats, encompassing individual kills, assists, and participations, are factored into this equation. Additionally, the Assist Timer has been extended from 15 seconds to 30 seconds, emphasizing teamwork and coordinated efforts.
Rating Bonuses come into play when your hidden matchmaking rating (MMR) significantly surpasses your Ladder Points, facilitating your ascent to the rank that the system deems you worthy of achieving.
Skill Bonuses are bestowed upon your team when you face a more formidable opponent or perform exceptionally well in a challenging match. This feature rewards players for overcoming adversity, promoting strategic and skillful gameplay.
Why is your Apex Legends Matchmaking Rating (MMR) kept in the shadows? Unlike your visible points, your teammates’ and opponents’ MMRs are concealed during Ranked matches. However, you have the privilege of viewing your personal MMR.
MMR’s primary function is to match you with players of comparable skill levels, offering a challenging yet equitable gaming experience. The secrecy surrounding MMR also serves as a safeguard against exploiting the system through practices like kill farming or intentional deaths. It additionally shields less-experienced players from the perils of smurfing.
In Apex Legends, there is no limit to the number of Ladder Points (LP) you can accumulate. However, as you ascend the ranks and approach the prestigious Predator tier, the points awarded for each kill or assist gradually diminish. Consequently, your point tally may stagnate when you near the 100,000 LP milestone, making it a daunting endeavor to continue amassing points in this upper echelon of competition.
Apex Legends Season 18 marks a pivotal moment in the game’s history, as it strives to address the issues that plagued its predecessor. With a revamped ranking system and a more balanced approach to bonuses, players now have a clearer path to reach the pinnacle of competitive play. The hidden MMR ensures a fair and enjoyable experience for all, while LP continues to pose challenges as players ascend to the prestigious Predator ranks. As the season unfolds, it remains to be seen how these changes will impact the competitive landscape of Apex Legends.
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