If you're the competitive type — and let's be honest, most Buddzy players have at least a little competitive streak — then rank change alerts are about to become your favorite notification. These alerts fire whenever the hierarchy within your friend group shifts, letting you know exactly when you've moved up, slid down, or when someone's closing in on your position.
How It Works
Buddzy's leaderboard system tracks Star rankings across your friend group. As friends give and receive Stars throughout the day, positions shift. Rank change alerts notify you when these shifts happen so you're always aware of where you stand.
You'll get notified when:
- You move up in the rankings — someone below you just got overtaken. Time to celebrate.
- You move down — a friend passed you. Time to step up your game.
- Someone enters your tier — a friend is getting close to your position, and the competition is heating up.
- Current Orbit shifts — while an orbit is running, rank changes carry extra weight.
Built for Competitive Players
Not everyone plays Buddzy the same way. Some players are all about the Streaks and the daily routine. Others are laser-focused on climbing the leaderboard and maintaining their rank. Rank change alerts cater specifically to that second group.
These alerts give you the situational awareness you need to make strategic decisions. If you see a friend rapidly climbing, maybe it's time to send some extra Stars. If you just overtook someone, the alert confirms your effort is paying off.
The Competitive Edge
Knowledge is power in Buddzy's ranking system. Players who know when the leaderboard shifts can react in real time — sending more Stars, engaging with Missions, or rallying their crew. Without rank alerts, you only find out your position when you manually check. That gap in awareness is the difference between maintaining your rank and getting silently dethroned.
Pro Tips
- Rank change alerts pair perfectly with orbits. When an orbit is running, every rank shift matters even more because the final standings determine rewards.
- Use these alerts as motivation, not stress. Dropping a rank isn't the end of the world — it's a signal to engage more with your Galaxy.
- If you're not particularly competitive, you can disable rank change alerts specifically without affecting your other notification settings.
Good to Know
Rank change alerts only cover your friend group rankings. They're completely private — nobody else gets notified about your position changes. The alerts are for your eyes only, giving you personal insight into your standing without broadcasting it to others. Your climb (or stumble) stays between you and Buddzy.