Starcraft – How to learn 4v4

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I play mostly 4v4 games (as random with random people) and I'm stuck in the gold league with 765 wins. I'm looking for any guides or tips, how to progress in 4v4. Progamers usually stream only 1v1 games and the majority of tutorials are dedicated to 1v1 as well. Are there any tutorials focused on teamplay?

Best Answer

4v4 games are considered "fun" games, so usually everybody tries to cheese somehow. The game is definitely not balanced for 4v4s.

You should stop playing this mode competitively and go for 2v2 if you really like team games.

The problem with huge games like 4v4 is that there are way too many permutations to consider. In 1v1 there are 3 matchups you have to learn, if your race remains the same. In 2v2 there are already 6 or even more if you play random team. You get the idea.

But if you really want to progress in 4v4 here are some tips:

  • Try to get generally better at the game. Micro / Macro. There are occasions where your team will get slaughtered and you have to carry the game.
  • Try to coordinate your strategy with your team. All rush for tier 1 units at the same time etc.
  • At least one of your team should try to get an early expansion.
  • Always scout for cheese (cannons / zergling rush etc.)
  • Always assume that Protoss will go for Dark Templar eventually.

Learning something new works best like this:

  • Limit the parameters that can change. Use the same race on the same map with the same team, instead of mixing everything.
  • Try to execute the same build over and over again.
  • Watch your replays and understand your problems. Is your money low, do you have high APM, are you producing all the time etc.

Most of the 1v1 mechanics work also in 4v4.

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