Analyzing Player Performance
The League of Legends API offers a plethora of game and player data, especially regarding current ranked statistics. By monitoring millions of League of Legends players, a database was constructed to delve into ranked progression. This data was augmented with Mobalytics usage information to gain insights into player improvement and the influence of Mobalytics on climbing the ranked ladder. The analysis focused on the North American server, examining 110,426 Mobalytics users and 1,613,396 non-Mobalytics users between May 3, 2018, and November 13, 2018. Results revealed that Mobalytics users were significantly more likely to climb divisions compared to non-Mobalytics users, showing a 27.0% increase in climbing rates. Moreover, the study found distinctions in climb percentages across different tiers, with the highest increase observed in Bronze and the lowest in Platinum. Further stratification based on Mobalytics usage frequency indicated that frequent users were even more likely to climb, emphasizing the platform's impact on player progression.
Understanding Climbing Patterns
League of Legends rankings are determined by tiers and divisions, with Season 8 encompassing tiers such as Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Master, and Challenger. The distribution of players across tiers is right-skewed, with a concentration in Bronze to Gold, leading to terms like 'Low Elo' and 'High Elo'. These divisions reflect a player's skill level and experience, with 'Low Elo' players focusing on fundamental gameplay while 'High Elo' players are influenced by meta shifts and advanced strategies. Recognizing these distinctions is vital, as strategies applicable to Low Elo gameplay may not be effective in High Elo matches. The study emphasizes the significance of Mobalytics in assisting players across all Elo brackets to improve and climb the ladder.
Impact of Mobalytics on Climbing
The research design focused on categorizing players into Mobalytics users and non-Mobalytics users to account for potential biases. Mobalytics users, defined as registered individuals, showed higher climbing rates compared to non-users. Skill progression was assessed based on divisions and tiers moved within the ranked ladder during Season 8. Utilizing data from the League of Legends API and Mobalytics platform, the study tracked player interactions with Mobalytics, such as dashboard checks, GPI evaluations, pre-game assessments, skill detail reviews, and in-game advice uptake. The analysis revealed that consistent usage of Mobalytics positively influenced climbing success, with frequent users exhibiting a higher likelihood of progression. By contrasting Mobalytics users with non-users, the study delineated the impact of leveraging data-driven insights and personalized guidance in enhancing player performance and ranked progression.