As I mentioned in the past we have been tracking users that we consider slow based on low FPS and high Ping(we won't disclose exact details because its always changing). A "Slow" user will now be matched up against other "Slow" users only.

Stick Empires servers are never at more than 5% so they are never to blame for a slow game. The problem is if one user is slow it doesn't matter how fast the other is, the game will have to run for both at the slow users speed. Therefore if two slow users play each other neither will be upset because they are used to slow games. And on the flip side now fast users will be playing each other and having more fun as well.

The downside will be potentially longer queue times with the upside of more enjoyable games for all.

As a player myself I know the worst thing can be when your in game time is at 4 min and real time is 20. Personally I think the extra wait will be far worth it.

Finally, this system is new and we are still working on the definition of who will be slow. This groups qualifying variables may become less lenient over time. If you fall into this group of "Slow" you can also climb your way out by playing more and more non-"Slow" games. This also works vice versa for fast users falling into the slow Category. So Close those TABS! CLOSE those programs! minimize and put on Low quality! and don't play in clients!

xD Or dont use VPNs.

Static IP is much better.

Thank you, this is much needed.

this would definitely fix the lag issue and lag meta of causing intentional lag.
sounds great

Wow this is really nice. Looking to take advantage of all this great fps.

Woo no more 5 minute waseemdelay!

How are new members evaluated?

Only one thing from this I want to see, an ability to see whether I'm in a slow or fast group.

wow no need to suffer from lag anymore

Awesome update !

Nice job CJ :)

just have some tests today

still meet many players who are very lag .... not sure how the new system helps :/

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just have some tests today

still meet many players who are very lag .... not sure how the new system helps :/

As I said, the system is now in place but new, we will make gradual adjustments so not to ruin the matchmaking

Any way you can add add advanced options to remove any excess juices (details) from the backrounds? As beautiful as they are, some users who play on Potato's still lag w/ them on the lowest settings.

I doubt the any background images are causing problems. And remember, it's not an issue with players on potatoes, but how far away they are playing.

What type of potato do you use? I personally prefer fried.