SBMM or skill-based matchmaking, is a system many suspect is in The Finals that aims to match players of similar skill levels together. This means ideally you should be playing against opponents who are just as good or bad as you, making for more competitive and enjoyable matches.
Does The Finals Have Skill-Based Matchmaking?
Officially Embark Studios hasn’t confirmed or denied the presence of SBMM in The Finals. This has left players to rely on community discussions and their own experiences.
However, evidence suggests that SBMM is likely at play. Players report encountering tougher opponents after winning several matches. This suggests the game adjusts lobbies based on skill. Many discussions on forums and The Finals Discord center around SBMM. Players share stories of facing increasingly skilled opponents, supporting their existence. SBMM is common in many popular FPS games, including Call of Duty. So seeing it in The Finals wouldn’t be surprising.
However, uncertainties remain as there is no official confirmation. Without Embark Studios’ statement, we can’t be sure. Some players prefer balanced lobbies, while others dislike the extra challenge.
What is SBMM?
Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM) aims to create lobbies with players of similar skill levels. This means New or casual players encounter similar opponents, leading to more balanced and potentially easier matches. Skilled players face tougher competition, pushing them to improve and making matches more intense.
SBMM is controversial. Supporters argue it creates fairer matches, while critics claim it hinders progress and fun for skilled players.
While we can’t definitively say The Finals has SBMM, evidence heavily suggests its presence. Whether you like it or not depends on your preferences and gameplay style. Hopefully, Embark Studios will clarify their stance on SBMM soon.
