Buddy’s Bulletin: XIII, August 25

Hi Friends,

Summer might nearly be over but as far as Friends vs Friends goes, the future remains bright.

We begin a series of exciting updates this week, telling you a little bit more about what's coming up in the Ranked Mode! But you can also expect plenty more big news in the next couple of Buddy's Bulletins as the road to Premium Expansion 1 begins!

Here we go...

[h2]Reveal of the Week[/h2]

As announced last week, Ranked is coming to Friends vs Friends in the next few weeks! We know this has been one of the most highly requested features since launch and we won't keep you waiting too much longer.

Before we get there, here are a few key facts for you to be aware of...

• This is being layered on top of the existing matchmaking system in Friends vs Friends and when added into the game will be the default way to play.
  
• After completing a match, your own individual performance is measured, as well as the differences between you and your rivals. This will enable you to 'rank up', presented by a visual reward in-game.
  
• The above point will also go some way to addressing another key issue people have cited from launch - not being matched with someone of an equivalent skill level.
  
• Any unlockables, wins and losses you currently have are carried over.
  
• There will be 16 different ranks, spread across 6 tiers.
  
• To move up a rank, you'll need to have earned enough points over a sustained period of time to progress. Be careful, though, you can also lose points through your post-match performance and even your ranking.
  
• You will be able to see a player's ranking and tier in their profile picture.
  
• Ranked Stats will also be viewable via a menu in-game, documenting details such as Packs Opened, Headshots Performed, Most Used Card and Favourite Friend.
  

How does all of that sound? If you've got questions, feel free to drop them below and we'll answer what we can!

[h2]Community Spotlight[/h2]

Here's a cool new look for Haru who might just be enjoying the Island life a bit too much! Big thanks to Cindy for sharing this with us.



Keeping cool and staying hydrated is always important in these scorching conditions.

Thank you for sharing all your fan art with us. If you've been making some for Friends vs Friends, why not submit it to the fan art category here? We've seen some fantastic pieces out there and some surely worthy winners.

[h2]Mayor’s Message[/h2]

Hey folks, it's me. The Mayor of Friendtown. I don't pretend to understand all this talk of ranks and stats but I know that excites quite a lot of people around here, so that also excites me too.

It actually reminds me of a time when my dear sister got a pack of cards one birthday. I didn't understand the appeal at all, I'd never played and wondered how they could possibly be fun. But now I surround myself with cards and have the best days of my life because of them! Life sure has a sense of humor, at times.

Maybe that will be true of all these big changes coming through, too. After all, change is important and vital for growth, even if it's not always clear how that change will work out or if you think it'll be right for you.

Hoo, hoo, this is all getting rather deep and profound, isn't it? I find myself quite reflective these Summer days. I think the sun is going to my head and giving it some fuel to work overtime. Who knows?

For now, and until next time, that’s been me, the Mayor of Friendtown - and you’ve been reading the Mayor’s Message.

- The Mayor of Friendtown