The fun is only just getting started. This next little game-changer goes hand-in-hand with the previous twist reveal of Criterion Scoring, as well as the upcoming results. Things are about to get a lot more interesting with the weekly rankings...
Twist: Platinum HitList
Once again, starting from this round, pure score averages are no longer. Like a real Billboard chart, there are multiple components that have to be factored into the formula for deciding who the week's #1 writer is. Instead of revealing your song's pure score average, you will receive a HitList score that takes the following things into account: the general score your song received, any and all scores for special criteria relating to the challenge, and your average score from all previous challenges.
As always, the scores achieved from the weekly challenges will make up a good majority of your HitList score, but maintaining a decent average score can mean the difference between #2 and #1, or being eliminated and staying safe.
I have to say, ridiculous.
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