Yes, I agree (a little bit) that the perks are useless. You can only do things in the lobby and that comes by the EULA.I don't want to be offensive but ranked players treat other players differently sometimes, thats what I experienced in the last couple months, and yes, its my opinion that ranks are a waste of money. Not because its virtual, but because the perks that come with it are useless. I don't want to quick scope you (If i used that phrase right LOL). Also what do you mean "it makes the game funny etc"?
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