Eliminate Skill-Based Matchmaking in Video Games

The Issue

With the proliferating gaming industry, the dynamics of video gaming have evolved considerably. Among them, a phenomenon called Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM) in video games, particularly first-person shooter games, has become an increasingly contentious issue. SBMM pairs players with others of similar skill levels, hindering gaming performance. According to a study by NPD Group, complications like overly competitive gaming environments, stifling casual play, and disincentivizing player progression are common grievances against SBMM. Gaming should primarily be an enjoyable experience, not solely a showcase of skills. Many players consider this system to have degraded the overall experience of first-person shooter games. It's time that we bring proportion and balance back into our gaming lives. Let's encourage the companies to prioritize player amusement above excessive competitiveness. Let your voices heard. Vote to turn off Skill-Based Matchmaking in video games now. Sign this petition to bring our gaming experiences back to where they should be.

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The Issue

With the proliferating gaming industry, the dynamics of video gaming have evolved considerably. Among them, a phenomenon called Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM) in video games, particularly first-person shooter games, has become an increasingly contentious issue. SBMM pairs players with others of similar skill levels, hindering gaming performance. According to a study by NPD Group, complications like overly competitive gaming environments, stifling casual play, and disincentivizing player progression are common grievances against SBMM. Gaming should primarily be an enjoyable experience, not solely a showcase of skills. Many players consider this system to have degraded the overall experience of first-person shooter games. It's time that we bring proportion and balance back into our gaming lives. Let's encourage the companies to prioritize player amusement above excessive competitiveness. Let your voices heard. Vote to turn off Skill-Based Matchmaking in video games now. Sign this petition to bring our gaming experiences back to where they should be.

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Petition created on March 20, 2025