How to Understand Trueskill in Halo
Know that the True skill system works on two basic values, your uncertainty value (sigma) and your actual skill (mu) and will be referred to as sigma and mu from now on., Your sigma is basically how the game accounts for luck; it is the numerical...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Know that the True skill system works on two basic values
Play consistently for a low sigma, or play inconsistently for a high sigma. ,, Always.
The increase is proportional to the winner's Sigma and the Mu difference between the winner and the loser.
So, if your Sigma is high, you will proceed faster through the ranking system (in both directions).
If your Sigma is low, you will both gain and lose rank more slowly. -
Step 2: your uncertainty value (sigma) and your actual skill (mu) and will be referred to as sigma and mu from now on.
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Step 3: Your sigma is basically how the game accounts for luck; it is the numerical representation of what your skill could be.
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Step 4: Every time you start a new ranked play list your sigma for that one is high.
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Step 5: Mu increases after a win.
Detailed Guide
Play consistently for a low sigma, or play inconsistently for a high sigma. ,, Always.
The increase is proportional to the winner's Sigma and the Mu difference between the winner and the loser.
So, if your Sigma is high, you will proceed faster through the ranking system (in both directions).
If your Sigma is low, you will both gain and lose rank more slowly.
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