Server issues/Lack of social playlists?

So I’ve had H5:G since release, and I’ve found that at least 50% of the time I attempt to find a game, I’m unable to be matched up with anyone. It’s constantly stuck on “searching for spartans” (MCC anyone? lol)

Does anyone else have this issue? When I play with other people, it doesn’t happen as much. My desire to play a match shouldn’t depend on what my friends are doing.

Would having an UNRANKED social playlist fix this issue?

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