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Matchmaking Queue Screen

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Design the matchmaking queue screen for a multiplayer game while the player waits for a match. It should feel like part of the game client, not a generic status page.

The screen needs to show that the player is actively queued, with an estimated wait time that updates clearly enough to feel trustworthy. Make the queue state the main focus.

Use the background area to surface rotating tips that fit the game: short gameplay advice, party reminders, or social prompts. These should support the wait, not compete with the queue status.

The layout should keep the player aware of what happens next and give them a clear way to back out or stay put without confusion.

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Treat the wait estimate as a living signal: pair it with a subtle queue progress cue or status wording so it feels current, not static.

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