Do you want to become the best? Here’s our explanation of Pokémon Unite ranked matches and how the ranking system works in its entirety.
Ranked matches in Pokémon Unite, the Pokémon MOBA game, present a great challenge that constantly evolves depending on your skills and performance.
Whether you keep winning every standard match and want a new challenge or just to change things up, ranked matches can offer a different type of excitement.
Starting at the Beginner level, it will take you a while to work your way up to the Master level, so knowing what to expect will already put you at an advantage.
This page will explain how to unlock ranked matches and how the ranking system works so you can climb the online rankings efficiently.
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How to unlock ranked matches in Pokémon Unite
Before even thinking about the best strategies for Pokémon Unite ranked matches, you’ll need to unlock them first. Fortunately, the process is quite simple and shouldn’t take long.
The main requirement is to reach level 6 in the game. If you are a new account, you can achieve this in an easy way: by playing standard games! Not only will you gain experience by doing so, but you will also tackle tasks and challenges virtually without thinking about it.
Every time you finish a match, be sure to return to the lobby and check to see if any of the UI menus have an exclamation point. If so, be sure to scroll through them and look for completed tasks to claim the rewards.
Not all of them will grant experience, but it’s worth keeping this in mind for the second requirement.
In addition to reaching level 6, you will need to own five different Pokémon Licenses. In simpler words, you must have five Pokémon unlocked on your account (yes, your starter counts!).
This is where it gets a little more complicated. In our experience, we were able to reach this threshold without needing to purchase currency to obtain a Pokémon License. Leveling up our account as well, collecting time-limited gifts and completing specific tasks rewarded us with enough characters.
Depending on when you are reading this guide, this may vary. Of course, you can choose to purchase any of the available Pokémon to expand your collection, but it’s worth checking pending challenges and leveling rewards in case there’s a Pokémon License around the corner that you can aim for.
After reaching level 6 and obtaining at least five Pokémon, you will be ready to start playing Ranked Matches.
How the ranking system works in Pokémon Unite
So, you’ve unlocked ranked matches; Now the race to reach the top begins. As for the structure, you will notice that there is not much difference, since the games still pit two teams of five Pokémon each against each other with the same objective as before. Only now your performance will affect your rank.
First of all, it matters whether you win or lose. Achieving victory will reward you with a victory point. Once you have earned all the points necessary for your current rank, the next victory will take you to the next step on the ladder.
If you lose a match (at any other rank except Beginner), you will lose that victory point. Ultimately, if you run out, you’ll go back to your previous rank.
Then, you will also be rewarded with performance points. These happen more organically during matches, and you’ll earn some bonuses for meeting specific goals: 100+ points, winning streaks after three and five matches, and sportsmanship.
Ultimately, performance points are nice to have and will be awarded without you thinking too much about them. However, if you reach the maximum number of performance points for that rank’s class, you will be awarded one victory point. This can be useful if you’ve been through a rough patch or just to save time.
Additionally, according to the game’s explanation, once you have earned a certain amount of performance points, a deduction of those points can prevent a rank decrease.
Lastly, once you reach the rank of Master, you will notice that it works a little differently. Instead of classes, you will have a Master rank rating that will increase or decrease depending on whether you win or lose matches.
Pokémon Unite Rank List
There are several ranks in Pokémon Unite, from Beginner to Master, and each has several classes (which function as levels).
The Pokémon Unite rank list is as follows:
- Beginner: three classes
- Great: four classes
- Expert: five classes
- Veteran: five classes
- Ultra: five classes
- Master: up to 99999 rating
In addition to the pride and personal satisfaction after proving your skills, playing ranked matches in Pokémon offers a variety of rewards, which you can read more about in the next section.
Do you need help deciding which Pokémon to choose? Check out our Pokémon Unite tier list and build guides for Pikachu, Snorlax, Gardevoir, Cinderace, Greninja, Gengar, Blissey, Lucario, Espeon, Delphox, Glaceon, Buzzwole, and Absol. You can also learn more about the ranking system, Fair-Play points, and how to surrender a match.
Pokémon Unite Ranked Play Rewards
Of course, it wouldn’t be a ranking feature without its set of rewards. In Pokémon Unite you will earn rewards at the end of the season corresponding to the highest rank you have achieved.
The list of rewards by rank is as follows:
- Beginner: 2000 Aeos entries
- Great: 4000 Aeos tickets
- Expert: 6000 Aeos entries
- Veteran: 10,000 Aeos tickets
- Ultra: 15,000 Aeos tickets
- Master: 20,000 Aeos tickets
In case you were wondering, Aeos Tickets can be used in the in-game store to purchase held items for your Pokémon, as well as clothing for your trainer.
Additionally, Season 1 has a unique clothing set as a reward for participating in 20 ranked matches and reaching the rank of Expert. While it is not certain yet, we can expect different rewards in the coming seasons.
Have fun in ranked matches!
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