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The Role of Team Rounds in Fall Guys
From the beginning, Fall Guys introduced team games as a way to shake up the solo-focused experience. These rounds, such as Egg Scramble, Rock ‘N’ Roll, and Jinxed, force players to cooperate with random teammates to progress. In theory, this creates a fun, dynamic challenge where teamwork is as important as individual skill. However, in practice, these rounds often become the most frustrating part of the game. Since Fall Guys is largely designed as a free-for-all, forcing players into team-based situations introduces problems of balance, randomness, and frustration—especially for solo players who have little control over their team’s performance.The Unfairness of Randomized Team Composition
One of the biggest criticisms of team games in Fall Guys is the completely randomized team composition. Unlike traditional team-based multiplayer games, Fall Guys does not allow solo players to form teams in advance (unless they are in a party). This means players are often matched with strangers who might not be skilled, cooperative, or even interested in playing properly. [caption id="attachment_1375" align="aligncenter" width="600"]
Unequal Team Sizes
A particularly frustrating issue arises when teams are unevenly matched. While the game tries to balance teams numerically, situations frequently occur where one team has fewer players due to matchmaking errors or players disconnecting. In team rounds like Fall Ball or Egg Scramble, losing even one player can make victory almost impossible.The Skill Disparity Problem
Beyond numbers, the skill disparity in randomized teams is another major concern. Since Fall Guys does not have a ranked matchmaking system, a team might consist of highly skilled players competing against casual or inexperienced ones. This often leads to situations where one team dominates the other, making the game feel predetermined rather than skill-based.The Impact of Trolls and AFK Players
One of the most infuriating aspects of team games in Fall Guys is dealing with players who deliberately sabotage their own team. Whether they’re griefers looking to ruin the experience or just players who have given up, a single bad teammate can doom an entire squad.Players Who Throw the Game
In games like Egg Scramble, it’s not uncommon to see a teammate grab eggs from their own basket and throw them into an opponent’s side, ensuring a loss. Similarly, in Rock ‘N’ Roll, a single uncooperative player can block their own team’s ball rather than help push it forward.AFK Players and Leavers
Another common issue is AFK (away-from-keyboard) players, who stand still for an entire round, forcing their team to play at a disadvantage. Since Fall Guys doesn’t currently have a system to replace disconnected players mid-game, a single leaver or AFK player can render a match unwinnable.The Role of RNG in Team-Based Rounds
A major problem with Fall Guys team games is the excessive reliance on randomness. Unlike obstacle courses, where players can improve through skill and practice, team rounds introduce an element of luck that can make even the best players feel powerless. [caption id="attachment_1376" align="aligncenter" width="600"]
Unpredictable Game Outcomes
Because players have no control over their teammates, their success in team rounds often depends more on luck than skill. A player could be the best in the lobby but still get eliminated due to an underperforming team.Inconsistent Game Mechanics
Some team games feature mechanics that are inherently unfair. For example, in Jinxed, victory often comes down to random last-second tag interactions, making it feel more like a coin flip than a skill-based contest. Similarly, Rock ‘N’ Roll can be decided by whether one team gets blocked at the final stretch, which is largely out of the players’ control.The Competitive Integrity Issue
Team games pose a significant challenge to Fall Guys' competitive integrity. Since Fall Guys is positioned as a casual battle royale, it lacks ranked play, yet many players still approach the game competitively. Team-based rounds introduce an unavoidable problem—players can lose without making a single mistake, simply because their team underperforms.Frustration Among High-Level Players
For skilled players, being eliminated due to forces beyond their control can be deeply frustrating. Many top Fall Guys streamers and competitive players have voiced their dislike for team-based rounds, arguing that they ruin the experience.Disrupting the Battle Royale Formula
Unlike most battle royales, where players control their own fate, Fall Guys introduces rounds where a player’s survival isn’t entirely in their hands. This breaks the fundamental appeal of the genre—fighting to be the last one standing.Attempts to Fix Team-Based Rounds
Over time, Fall Guys developers have attempted to address some of these issues, but the core problems remain.Smaller Team Sizes
One solution has been reducing team sizes in certain rounds, making it easier for individual performance to have an impact. However, this doesn’t solve the issue of unbalanced teams or AFK players.Removing Unpopular Rounds
The developers have also removed or adjusted some of the most hated team games, such as Team Tail Tag, which was notorious for last-second eliminations that felt completely arbitrary.Possible Solutions for the Future
If team-based rounds are to remain a part of Fall Guys, several changes could improve their fairness and enjoyment.Ranked Matchmaking for Teams
Introducing ranked matchmaking or skill-based team balancing would help ensure fairer matches. While this could increase queue times, it would significantly reduce cases where experienced players are placed with complete beginners.Vote to Kick AFK Players
A voting system to remove AFK or trolling players could help prevent sabotage. However, this would need safeguards to prevent abuse, such as requiring a unanimous team vote.More Team Communication Tools
Currently, Fall Guys lacks any meaningful way for players to communicate with teammates. Adding simple ping or quick-chat options could improve coordination, especially in rounds like Rock ‘N’ Roll or Fall Ball.Should Team Games Be Optional?
A radical but widely supported solution would be to make team rounds optional for solo players.Opt-Out System
Giving players the ability to opt out of team-based rounds would reduce frustration while still allowing those who enjoy them to participate. [caption id="attachment_1377" align="aligncenter" width="600"]