Understanding the Ranked Mode and Ranks in Marvel Rivals

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Marvel Rivals’ ranked mode offers the most competitive experience in the superhero shooter realm, complete with exclusive rewards. However, it comes with a complex set of ranks, rules, and restrictions. This mode is a more intense version of Quickplay, featuring higher stakes and longer matches, so understanding the mechanics is crucial for climbing the ranks from Bronze to Eternity or even One Above All. Here’s everything you need to know about ranked play in Marvel Rivals.

Once you hit level 15, you unlock the ranked mode, where two teams of similarly skilled players face off in multi-round matches. Winning matches earns you rank points, helping you ascend through the divisions for special rewards and bragging rights.

Each rank division consists of just 100 points, which could mean moving up with as few as three or four wins. On the flip side, losing matches will cost you rank points, potentially leading to demotions. Performing well individually can maximize your rank point gains or minimize your losses.

To avoid dropping a division, you can use a Chrono Shield, which acts as a buffer against demotion. However, these shields need time to recharge after use, leaving you exposed to potential rank loss. At Bronze, Silver, and Gold ranks, your Chrono Shield recharges after a loss.

Instead of seasonal rank resets, a Placement Match system is now in place. At the start of each season, you’ll receive a projected rank based on your previous performance. You’ll then need to complete 10 Competitive mode matches—your Placement Matches—to adjust your projected rank to your actual rank. After that, you’ll earn and lose points as usual, allowing you to climb the ranks throughout the season with a slight advantage based on your skill level.

Marvel Rivals Competitive mode features 23 skill divisions across nine ranks. Some divisions have unique rules, such as hero bans and rank decay, along with various teaming restrictions that are detailed further below.

Here are all the ranks you can achieve in Marvel Rivals ranked mode:

Marvel Rivals ranked has specific queueing rules to keep in mind if you’re playing with friends. Notably, there is no crossplay between PC and console, meaning Xbox and PlayStation players can team up, but PC players cannot join them. Additionally, if you and your friends have different ranks, you’ll need to be aware of the following ranked rules:

If you can convince some friends to join you in Marvel Rivals ranked mode, have them use your Marvel Rivals Assemble code for some free Units.

Marvel Rivals ranked offers unique rewards, including costumes and Crests of Honor that can be displayed on your player card to showcase your rank. Each reward has specific requirements that must be met during the season to unlock them, and you’ll receive your rewards at the start of the following season. For the current ranked season, Season 6.5, you can unlock the following rewards:

To secure your success in ranked, stay updated on the current meta and check out our Marvel Rivals tier list. If you’re curious about potential new characters joining the roster, take a look at our guide on upcoming characters.