# Leaderboards & Ranks

Understood. Let's simplify the leaderboard system and focus on a single, unified leaderboard. Here's the updated version:

### Leaderboards and Ranks

In "Need 4 Street," the leaderboard and rank system play a crucial role in fostering competition, rewarding skilled players, and creating a sense of progression. The game features a comprehensive ranking system that encourages players to engage in various racing activities, with a particular emphasis on high-stakes wage racing.

#### Ranks

Players can climb through 10 distinct ranks based on their accumulated experience points (XP). Each rank comes with its own unique title, reflecting the player's status and accomplishments within the street racing community of Neon Heights. The ranks are as follows:

1. Rookie
2. Street Novice
3. Skilled Racer
4. Aspiring Challenger
5. Proven Contender
6. Neon Drifter
7. Elite Speedster
8. Urban Legend
9. Midnight Marvel
10. Apex Racer

As players gain XP by participating in races, challenges, and other activities, they will progress through these ranks, unlocking new content, rewards, and opportunities along the way.

#### Leaderboard

"Need 4 Street" features a single, unified leaderboard that showcases the top performers based on their total XP. This leaderboard provides a clear indication of the most skilled and dedicated racers in Neon Heights, encouraging players to compete and strive for the top spots.

The leaderboard is updated in real-time, reflecting the latest XP gains and rank changes. Players can view their current position, track their progress, and compare their performance against other racers.

#### Wage Racing Focus

While all racing activities contribute to a player's XP and rank progression, 1 on 1 Wage Racing is given special emphasis. Engaging in high-stakes battles not only offers the thrill of intense competition but also provides the potential for significant XP gains.

Winning a wage race against a skilled opponent will grant a substantial XP boost, propelling players up the ranks faster than other race types. This mechanic encourages players to seek out challenging opponents and put their skills to the test in the most demanding and rewarding races.

#### Weekly Rewards Distribution

To further incentivize active participation and reward the most dedicated players, "Need 4 Street" implements a weekly rewards system. Each week, 5% of all in-game transactions (e.g., entry fees, wage bets) are pooled together and distributed among the most active and successful players.

The distribution of these rewards is based on a player's rank and their level of activity during the week. Higher-ranked players will receive a larger portion of the prize pool, with the Apex Racer taking the lion's share. However, consistent participation and strong performances in races, especially wage races, will also play a significant role in determining a player's share of the rewards.

This system not only rewards skill and dedication but also encourages players to actively engage with the game, take risks in wage races, and strive for the top ranks to maximize their earnings.

By combining a compelling rank progression system, a unified leaderboard, a focus on high-stakes wage racing, and weekly rewards for active players, "Need 4 Street" creates a competitive and rewarding environment that keeps players engaged and motivated to become the ultimate street racing champion.
