Why Matchmaking Algorithms Are So Important In Tower Rush

The matchmaking algorithm is the unsung hero that determines exactly who you will face every time you press the 'Battle' button.


While this conspiracy theory is widespread, the reality is much more mundane and focused entirely on mathematical fairness.

Trophy and Rating Systems

The algorithm's primary goal is to match you against someone with the exact same—or very similar—trophy count.


When you go on a massive winning streak, your trophy count inflates, and the algorithm begins matching you against significantly better players.

Do not expect to win every game.Queue times increase at the top of the ladder.Losing streaks are also self-correcting.
The Problem of Card Levels

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.

Matchmaking FactorWeightTrophy CountAbsolute Highest PriorityAccount StrengthThe system tries to match levels, but will abandon this check if the queue takes longer than 10 seconds
True Fairness

Because the ladder algorithm must balance queue times against fairness, it will never be perfectly balanced.


Trust the math, ignore the conspiracy theories, and focus on improving your own gameplay.