Allods Online Update Adds Ranked Arena Combat

Allods Online's newest patch Thunder of Victory adds 3v3 and 6v6 rated combat, complete with a personal ranking system. In classic deathmatch fashion two teams enter the ring and only one can emerge victorious. If neither team can eviscerate their enemies within the 20 minute time limit, the match ends in a draw and no one takes glory home.

Forging the right team will see players climb the leaderboards, and bolster their personal rating that will be tallied in the reputation tab. But don't fret facing skilled opponents. Matchmaking will place teams together with an average rating within 500 points of each other. But if you're on a losing streak, it's best to take a break. As each victory or defeat will move your position on the leader-board.

The update introduces three arena with which to duke it out: Tilt Yars, Bloody Circus, and Evildoer's District (my hometown). Each map will offer their own conditions that players will have to negotiate tactfully to gain the advantage.

Gladiators who earn the highest rating weekly will receive their just desserts, while the true prize will be awarded to skilled players at the end of the season.

You can read the full update notes on the Allods Online website.