Why Matchmaking Algorithms are So Important in Tower Rush

If this system fails, the game becomes a frustrating, unplayable mess that bleeds players instantly.

Many players believe that matchmaking is intentionally rigged against them, constantly forcing them to fight ‘hard counters’ after a win streak.

Trophy and Rating Systems

Most modern strategy games utilize a modified version of the Elo rating system, originally designed for professional chess.

This is why winning streaks inevitably end in a ‘wall’ of difficult matches; the system is functioning exactly as intended.

The standard Elo system works perfectly for chess because all pieces are equal, but tower rush games feature upgradeable cards.

The system will try its best to match you with someone who has the same trophies AND a similar tower level.

Conspiracy Theory	The Mathematical Reality
The Loser’s Queue	The algorithm does not force losses; you are simply playing tilted against harder opponents because your MMR is inflated
Rigged Deck Matching	Developers have confirmed repeatedly that the algorithm does not read the contents of your deck when finding an opponent

By artificially capping all card levels to a specific number, the algorithm can rely purely on the Elo rating.

The algorithm is blind; it only respects victory.