Ever felt the sting of a hard-fought loss in a competitive game, only to be even more confused by the ranking system itself? It’s happened to the best of us. In Marvel Rivals, understanding the competitive ladder is key to enjoying the game and flexing on your friends with those sweet seasonal rewards. The ranking system shares similarities with games like Overwatch, but it brings its own unique flavor.
I’ve spent a good amount of time grinding through the ranks in Marvel Rivals, testing different strategies and learning the ins and outs of the competitive scene. This guide is designed to break down the Marvel Rivals ranking system, so you can climb the ladder like a pro.
Marvel Rivals: Understanding the Competitive Ranks
There are a total of nine ranks in Marvel Rivals. The first seven ranks are divided into three tiers. Here’s a complete list, in order:
- Bronze (Tier III-I)
- Silver (Tier III-I)
- Gold (Tier III-I)
- Platinum (Tier III-I)
- Diamond (Tier III-I)
- Grandmaster (Tier III-I)
- Celestial (Tier III-I)
- Eternity (Points Leaderboard)
- One Above All (Top 500 Players)
To climb through Bronze to Celestial, you’ll need to earn 100 ranked points to move to the next tier. That means a total of 300 points to reach the next rank. Eternity demands you secure a spot on a fiercely competitive leaderboard. Reaching One Above All means landing in the top 500 players. Be warned: these top spots require constant competitive play, or you’ll risk losing your position. And remember, the higher you climb, the better the seasonal rewards.
What is the Rank Distribution in Marvel Rivals?
Here’s the rank distribution on PC in Marvel Rivals Season 5.5 (according to RivalsTracker):
- Bronze: 25.48%
- Silver: 10.06%
- Gold: 12.55%
- Platinum: 13.59%
- Diamond: 15.38%
- Grandmaster: 14.98%
- Celestial: 6.39%
- Eternity: 1.44%
- One Above All: 0.12%
The distribution shows the spread of players across ranks. It’s interesting to see that Diamond and Grandmaster have a significant portion of the player base. We’ll keep this updated after Season 6.
How Does the Marvel Rivals Rank Reset Work?
At the start of each new season, your rank is reduced by approximately seven tiers, or about two and a half ranks. So, if you finished a season at Gold 1, you’ll start the next season around Bronze II. I remember the first time this happened to me, it felt like a setback, but it’s designed to keep the competitive scene fresh and gives everyone a chance to climb again. This reset happens to give a fresh start to the competitive scene after each seasonal update.
How Does Marvel Rivals Competitive Ranked Mode Work?
Ranked mode in Marvel Rivals uses the same gameplay format as Quickplay. To access Competitive mode, you need to reach Level 10. Once you do, a few interesting tweaks come into play. One of them is the Chrono Shield system. The Chrono Shield prevents you from dropping to a lower rank if you hit a losing streak. It charges as you lose, and once full, it activates to protect your rank. It’s a temporary reprieve, but it can be a lifesaver.
Once you reach Diamond rank, each team gets to ban two heroes each game. Banning heroes is a cool way to counter those repetitive meta heroes. I’ve found that banning can significantly change the dynamic of a match.
What Ranks Can Play Together in Marvel Rivals Ranked Mode?
Marvel Rivals has a ranking disparity rule. From Gold 1 to Celestial, you can only team up with players within three divisions of your rank. Players in Eternity or One Above All can team up with Celestial II players within 200 points, but they can only queue solo or as part of a duo. If you’re in Bronze through Gold, you can play together without restrictions.
Does Marvel Rivals Ranked Mode Have Crossplay?
Ranked in Marvel Rivals doesn’t allow crossplay between PCs and consoles. PS5 and Xbox Series X/S players can play together, but PC players can’t queue with console players in competitive lobbies. This is because of differences in input methods and hardware, which keeps matches fair.
What Are the Marvel Rivals Ranked Rewards for Season 5.5?
Here are the Season 5.5 rewards for Marvel Rivals Ranked mode:
- Gambit’s Sacrificial Pawn Costume (Gold Rank)
- Knightly Procession Nameplate Frame (Platinum Rank)
- Royal Stroll Nameplate Frame (Diamond Rank)
- Grandmaster Crest of Honor (Grandmaster Rank)
- Celestial Crest of Honor (Celestial Rank)
- Eternity Crest of Honor (Eternity Rank)
- Top 500 Crest of Honor (One Above All Rank)
The crests are cosmetic nameplate icons. The red crest (One Above All) is the most prestigious.
Can you ban Heroes in Marvel Rivals Ranked?
Yes, once your team reaches the Diamond rank, you’ll be able to ban two Heroes before each match.
How do you get Marvel Rivals Ranked rewards?
You’ll get Marvel Rivals Ranked rewards at the end of the season automatically. Make sure you’ve played at least 10 matches to qualify.
What Marvel Rivals ranks can play together?
If you’re in Bronze through Gold, you can play together freely. Higher ranks have restrictions, with Gold I to Celestial allowing players within three divisions to team up. Eternity to One Above All typically only allows duos with a Rank Points difference of 200 RP or less.
Hopefully, this guide gives you a clearer idea of how the ranking system works in Marvel Rivals. Ready to continue improving your game, and perhaps try out a new hero? Let me know what you think below; what’s your highest placement in competitive mode so far?