Plus, at higher ranks, you lose protective barriers that preserve your rank.

Be sure to yell “TIMBER!”

the next time you see this sentient tree!

Groot posing during his MVP animation in Marvel Rivals.

But that doesn’t mean it’s all a lost cause!

Here’s everything you better know to rank up fast in Marvel Rivals.

First, you’ll have toplay a handful of quickplay matches to reach level ten.

The comp ranks screen in Marvel Rivals.

Once you’ve done this,you’ll unlock Marvel Rivals' competitive mode.

Competitive mode matches are a bit different from quickplay in that they can have multiple rounds and even draws.

From there, you’ll have towin matches towork your way through the following ranks.

The Diamond III Rank Promotion screen in Marvel Rivals.

Rank

Details

Bronze

Everyone starts in Bronzeand has to work their way up to the top.

Here,you’ll find mostly new playersentering competitive for the first time.

Silver

Silver is very similar to Bronze in many ways, butyou may find slightly more experienced players here.

The winter soldier using his ultimate on Cloak and Dagger in Marvel Rivals.

Gold

Gold is often whereyou may start to see some more dramatic shifts in playstyle.

Platinum

Platinum is the highest of what can be referred to as the ‘metal’ ranks .

Grandmaster

Grandmaster thins out the pack even more.

The queue for a match at the Royal Palace in Marvel Rivals.

In fact,less than one percent of all players fall into this rank.

Celestial

Celestial is the last high-level rank that has three tiers to it.

Playstyles are highly competitive, andyou may encounter players who are masters of their chosen character.

Magik holding her giant Soul Sword near her face in Marvel Rivals.

Eternity

Eternity is thefirst rank that no longer has tiers.

Instead,in Eternity, you simply need to earn points to rank up.

One Above All

One Above All isreserved for the top 500 playersin the game.

Selecting Namor before a match in Marvel Rivals.

To rank up in each tierand move through the ranks,you have to earn 100 competitive points.

Here’s a breakdown of what to work on for lower ranks.

Here are the key gameplay strategies you’ll want to consider when ranking up solo.

Cloak & Dagger preparing to attack during a match in Marvel Rivals.

This meanssiloing off enemy heroes, trapping enemies, or picking off backline heroes.

Buff Yourself

Many heroes can buff themselves, creating endless synergy.

Flank

As a solo player,if you feel comfortable taking aggressive off-angles, you should.

Doctor Strange using his shield during a Marvel Rivals match.

The Queen of Limbo shall meet her match.

Oftentimes, teammates may accuse you of not healing enough.

For example,have Luna attach her Idol Aura to a flank hero.

Scarlet Witch attacking enemies during a match in Marvel Rivals.

Positioning

Low-rank Strategists are often positioned far out in the openor all alone in an off-angle.

you’ve got the option to’t heal if you’re in spawn.

Ultimate Counters

Strategist ultimates are some of the best abilitiesin the game.

Wolverine in a split image with a background of the World Tree From Marvel Rivals.

But you should primarilyuse them to counter other heroes.

How To Rank Up As A Vanguard

Proper Vanguard playis also often misunderstood.

The biggest thing to keep in mind when playing a Vanguard ispositioning and team composition.

Triple-A Games

Overall,here are some skills worth refiningif you want to rank up as a Vanguard.

Damage Absorption

Frontline tanks are meant to take damage, especially those that have shields.

How To Rank Up As A Duelist

Duelists are a highly varied class.

Marvel Rivals

Depending onthe punch in of Duelistyou’re playing,your competitive journey might vary from other players.

Play Flex

Know when it’s time to switch.

Your team is expecting you tosecure eliminations in the backline, so focus on that.

Looking to counter Wolverine in Marvel Rivals?

Here’s how to exploit his weaknesses and come out on top.