Your Gaming Network
Connections are the heart of Match & Play. Build your network of gaming partners, manage relationships, and keep track of your favorite players.Connection Types
Understanding Connections
Pending
Requests awaiting response (sent or received)
Connected
Accepted connections who can message you
Favorites
Your top gaming partners get priority notifications
Sending Connection Requests
Making a Great First Impression
1
Find a Player
Through discovery, game lobbies, or friend suggestions
2
Review Their Profile
Check compatibility:
- Shared games
- Matching schedules
- Similar playstyles
- Communication preferences
3
Send Personalized Request
Include a message that:
- Mentions a shared game
- References their profile
- Suggests when to play
- Shows genuine interest
Request Templates
Speed up connections with smart templates:- Competitive
- Casual
- Learning
“Hey! I saw you’re looking for a [GAME] duo partner. I’m [RANK] and usually play [TIMES]. Would love to climb together!”
Managing Connections
Connection Organization
Smart Categories
Organize your connections:
- Game Groups: By primary game
- Squads: Regular team members
- Skill Tiers: Similar skill levels
- Time Zones: By availability
- Custom Tags: Your own categories
Connection Actions
Quick Actions
- Send game invite
- Check online status
- View recent games
- Send quick message
- Add to favorites
Management Options
- Edit nickname
- Set notifications
- View play history
- Add notes
- Remove connection
Connection Features
Play History
Track your gaming relationships:- Games played together
- Win/loss records
- Favorite game modes
- Total hours played
- Last session date
Connection Insights
See compatibility scores and relationship statistics to understand your best gaming partnerships
- Response time average
- Session success rate
- Availability overlap
- Communication style match
- Skill progression together
Friend Suggestions
How We Recommend
Match & Play suggests new connections based on:1
Mutual Connections
Friends of friends who play similar games
2
Gaming Patterns
Players with similar habits and preferences
3
Positive Interactions
Players you’ve had good random matches with
4
Community Activity
Active members in your gaming communities
Improving Suggestions
- Play with various people
- Rate gaming sessions
- Update game preferences
- Join communities
- Be active in groups
Connection Privacy
Control Your Information
- Connection Settings
- Privacy Options
- Block Features
What Connections See:
- Full gaming schedule
- Detailed game stats
- Platform gamertags
- Voice preferences
- Custom status messages
Building Quality Connections
Networking Tips
Be Consistent
- Regular gaming sessions
- Reliable scheduling
- Clear communication
- Honor commitments
Be Supportive
- Celebrate wins together
- Learn from losses
- Share tips and tricks
- Positive attitude
Growing Your Network
Quality Over Quantity:- Focus on compatible players
- Invest in relationships
- Play regularly together
- Expand through referrals
- Join communities
Users with 10+ quality connections report 90% gaming session satisfaction!
Connection Maintenance
Keeping Relationships Active
Stay Connected:- Send occasional messages
- React to their updates
- Invite to new games
- Share gaming news
- Schedule regular sessions
Pruning Your List
When to Remove Connections:- No longer play same games
- Incompatible schedules now
- Negative gaming experiences
- Account inactive for 1+ year
- Personal preference changes
Advanced Connection Features
Squad Formation
Create permanent gaming squads:- Name your squad
- Set regular play times
- Assign roles/positions
- Track squad stats
- Private squad chat
Connection Badges
Earn recognition badges:- 🤝 First Friend: Your first connection
- ⭐ All-Star: 50+ positive reviews
- 🎮 Game Buddy: 100+ hours together
- 🏆 Champion: Won tournament together
- 👥 Social Butterfly: 100+ connections
Troubleshooting
Request not accepted?
Request not accepted?
- Check if they’re actively accepting
- Review your message quality
- Ensure profile is complete
- Try different approach
Lost a connection?
Lost a connection?
- Search by username
- Check archived connections
- Review blocked list
- Contact support if needed
Too many requests?
Too many requests?
- Adjust privacy settings
- Set request requirements
- Use approval mode
- Limit discovery visibility