elo

Over 50 classic and board games for 2 and more players

elo is for everyone who likes classic games, board games, parlor games, card games or dice games, and all the great games we like to play around a table in the family or with friends.

elo connects people

Playing together is a wonderful way of spending time together. elo overcomes the distance, and if need be, the time too. Everyone forwards the match by a few moves when time allows. This is how you can stay in touch with friends or family.

elo is a variety of games

elo not only has selected beautiful games - all designed with attention to detail and optimized for your mobile gaming experience - but also a large selection. In addition to the over 60 games, one is added every month. Our most popular games are Rummy, Una and Reducto. Our classics are Nine Men’s Morris, Checkers, Chess and Go. At elo there are dice games like TwentyOne or Qwixx, action games like Ubongo or Double, word games and more than just one Trivia Quiz.

elo is played with others

On elo you can take part in tournaments, play at two or more, as a whole family, as a group, on the go or at a party. Open a room on elo, chat, propose games, play series or start the voice chat, and the fun can begin.

elo has a simple pricing model

You can test elo extensively and, if you want, play permanently ad supported. But because we know that many of our users use elo for months and years, we offer a fair monthly subscription that can be canceled at any time or a particularly affordable annual subscription.

elo is developed with passion

We are proud of the quality of our app, which is developed with great attention to detail in Germany, where board games have a great tradition. Is something not working as expected? Please let us know:

What's New in the Latest Version 1.10.57

Last updated on Jun 10, 2024

It's time to say THANK YOU once again to all supporters of elo. This includes you as a user, as well as our investors and all those who have been part of the elo team temporarily or permanently, contributing to what elo is today. Starting in July, we will embark on a new chapter and we would be delighted if you continue to be part of it.

ELO, named after its creator Arpad Elo, is a widely recognized rating system used to assess the skill level of players in competitive games, such as chess, go, and online multiplayer games. It provides a numerical representation of a player's ability, allowing for objective comparisons and rankings.

How ELO Works

ELO assigns each player a numerical rating. The rating is adjusted after each game based on the outcome and the rating difference between the players involved. When a player wins against a higher-rated opponent, they gain more ELO points than if they win against a lower-rated opponent. Conversely, when a player loses against a lower-rated opponent, they lose more ELO points.

The formula used to calculate ELO changes is:

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New ELO = Old ELO + K * (W - E)

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where:

* K is a constant that determines the amount of ELO gained or lost

* W is 1 if the player wins, 0 if they lose, and 0.5 if they draw

* E is the expected probability of winning, calculated using the existing ELO ratings of the players

ELO's Impact on Competitive Gaming

ELO has become an integral part of competitive gaming, providing several benefits:

* Objective Rankings: ELO allows for the creation of accurate rankings of players based on their skill level, making it easier to identify the best players in the game.

* Fair Matchmaking: ELO-based matchmaking systems ensure that players are matched with opponents of similar skill levels, creating fairer and more enjoyable games.

* Skill Measurement: ELO provides a standardized way to measure player skill over time, allowing players to track their progress and identify areas for improvement.

* Tournament Qualification: In many competitive gaming tournaments, ELO ratings are used to determine eligibility and seeding, ensuring that the most skilled players have the opportunity to compete.

ELO's Limitations

Despite its widespread use, ELO has some limitations:

* Inaccurate Initial Ratings: New players may be assigned inaccurate ELO ratings, leading to unfair matchups until they have played enough games.

* Rating Inflation: Over time, ELO ratings may experience inflation as players improve and the overall skill level of the player base increases.

* Draw Bias: ELO can be biased towards players who draw more games, as they lose fewer points for draws than for losses.

* Game Specificity: ELO ratings are specific to the game they are used in, and cannot be directly compared across different games.

Conclusion

ELO is a robust and widely accepted rating system that provides a valuable tool for assessing player skill in competitive games. It enables objective rankings, fair matchmaking, and skill measurement, enhancing the overall gaming experience. However, it is important to be aware of its limitations and use it in conjunction with other metrics to provide a comprehensive evaluation of player ability.