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Lesson 2/2 Match Integrity & Security Pending

Repairing the Damage

Master the fundamentals. Read through the briefing below, then prove your knowledge in the final capstone quiz to secure your rewards.

Valve does not publish the exact formula, but over the years, the community has verified several methods to organically raise your Trust Factor and get back into high-quality lobbies.

The Fixes:

  1. Play Uninterrupted: Play matches from start to finish without disconnecting or doing team damage.

  2. Overwatch / Commends: Being a positive force in Voice Commms and receiving in-game "Commends" (Friendly, Teacher, Leader) from teammates passively boosts your standing.

  3. Account Health: Link a phone number to your Steam account (Prime Status), enable Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator, and engage with the Steam community positively (leaving legitimate comments, playing other games).

Final Step

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Create a free account to unlock the final capstone quiz, save your progress, and earn 2 RT.

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