Returning to the world of Smite after a hiatus can be a daunting task, especially when considering the prospect of ranked gameplay. In a recent discussion, a user by the name of ‘TheYangs’ expressed this sentiment when he sought advice on how to quickly reach the requirements for playing ranked matches.
Community Insights
- There are mixed views on how best to level up. Some suggest spamming co-op joust for quick games, others recommend playing with a range of gods to enhance gameplay skills.
- The advice leans more toward developing skills and having fun over grinding for worshippers in short matches.
- A section of the community, however, does acknowledge that 5 worshippers in a 7-minute game can be an effective and quick way to level up your gods.
Deep Dive
‘DeyCallMeCasper’ urges TheYangs to consider his extensive in-game time, questioning how such a seasoned player could have ‘over 1000 hours in Smite’ and yet, have so few gods above level 1. The user encourages TheYangs to take advantage of double or triple worshipper events to level up and points out that he might be underestimating his level of skill.
Play for Fun
In a similar vein, ‘Phunny-s’ recommends focusing less on the grind and more on the enjoyment of the game. By casually playing and experimenting with a variety of gods, one can naturally gain worshippers while learning new strategies and improving overall gameplay.
Master the Mode
‘r_fernandes’, on the other hand, suggests mastering the specific game mode you wish to rank in. It’s not about leveling up quickly, but about honing your skills and understanding your chosen mode’s meta. According to ‘r_fernandes’, lackluster planning can lead to lackluster gameplay.
‘Obertwo’ seems to be the only one fully endorsing the ‘quick gameplay’ method, agreeing that a fast 7-minute game with 5 worshippers might well be the most efficient path to reach ranked gameplay. The user even suggests using double worshipper boosters to amplify the results. So while not all users echo this fast-paced strategy, there’s no denying it has its place in some sections of the Smite community.
Together, We Game
The Smite community has spoken, and their message is clear. Whether one chooses to dive headfirst into quick matches to gather worshippers in a hurry, or take a more measured approach by learning from each game and experimenting with different gods, both approaches are valid. What matters, in the end, isn’t the velocity at which one enters ranked gameplay, but the skills, knowledge, and experience they bring to the battlegrounds of Smite.
