Players Raise Concerns About Competitive Leaver Penalties | Is It Fair?

A growing group of players is voicing concerns about competitive leaver penalties, especially after experiencing disconnections. Many report feeling anxious about the potential for bans affecting their gaming experience in the new competitive season, raising questions about fairness.

What's the Deal with Leaver Penalties?

Punishments for leaving competitive games can escalate quickly. Following sources, if a player disconnects four times, they face a 20-hour ban. Some players are confused, claiming their penalties seem to stack even after meeting the requirement of 20 games without leaving.

Community Responses

Several players expressed frustration with the current penalty system:

"Leaving just one game can lead to a 15-minute ban. It escalates from there, to 2-hour and 8-hour bans, depending on how many games you leave."

A notable comment highlighted that too many disconnections could lead to a season ban, noting, "Three season bans can result in a permanent ban from competitive play."

Interestingly, others urged those affected to solve their connectivity issues, suggesting:

• "Consider using an ethernet cable instead of relying on WiFi."

• "You owe it to your team to figure out your disconnects."

Players Share Their Struggles

A user detailed their situation, saying:

"My WiFi cuts out occasionally; it’s usually not my fault, yet I still get penalized."

Many gamers echoed similar sentiments, stating that they occasionally experience disconnections, often attributing them to server issues rather than personal internet problems.

Another player commented, "If you're concerned about bans due to WiFi issues, maybe reconsider playing intensively online." This mixed sentiment highlights the ongoing debate over personal responsibility versus system fairness.

Key Highlights

• △ A 20-hour ban follows four disconnections.

• ▽ Players claim penalties stack even after 20 games without incident.

• ※ "You owe it to your team to resolve disconnects" – Commenter advice.

Moving Forward

As season 16 unfolds, players hope for clarity and fairness concerning leaver penalties. With increasing pressures on connectivity and competitive play, the question remains: How will developers address these concerns? Maintaining balance in gameplay while ensuring fair discipline practices is critical for the community moving forward.