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I don't see the problem here. If an individual wants to spend his or her time accumulating points for the sake of rank, then let them. If their enjoyment comes from being number one on a stat board, then why take that away from them? Does it infuriate you to no end when someone enjoys flaunting about it?

How exactly does a ranking system negatively influence someones gameplay? If the goal is to be the best, then is that negative? Who is to judge what "negatively" influences the way someone plays? If I started to play differently in order to obtain a higher rank, does that I am being influenced in a negative way? If the issue here is about team play, then you'll always have people like that. I don't see this as an issue unless the individual is hacking in order to obtain a higher rank.

Personally, stats mean nothing to me since there is nothing for me to gain. I don't get pleasure from being number one on the server or having a great kd ratio, even though I may have had those at one point. Everyone may have their own reasons for playing the game, whether it's for fun or to be number one on a stat board. There will always be people who play the way they play, no matter the reason.