How does the rank system work in Overwatch 2
After much anticipation and hype, Overwatch 2 has finally launched with the latest title bringing in several new additions and changes to the franchise. Apart from the new Heroes, skin rarity level, and user-interface changes, the ranking system has also received a significant overhaul.
Unlike its predecessor, Overwatch 2 does away with the 'Skill Rating' or 'SR' system. Instead, divisions are introduced which allows for easier tracking of a player's performance. The frequency of skill tier adjustments has also undergone significant changes this time around.
This article takes a closer look into Overwatch 2's rank system.
Ranks and skill tiers are all part of the 'Competitive Play' mode. It judges gamers on the basis of their performance and the skills they display in the match. Accordingly, the game assigns them skill tiers.
As previously mentioned, Overwatch 2 has decided to introduce a crucial change by replacing the Skill Rating system with divisions. Each division represents approximately a 100 SR range. Similarly, users will now a receive a skill tier/division update for every seven wins, or 20 losses, instead of every single game.
The title distributes are ranked as follows:
Bronze
Silver
Gold
Platinum
Diamond
Master
Grandmaster
Top 500
You will have to complete a tutorial that is presented to you at the beginning called First-Time User Experience (FTUE). It guides you through various crucial in-game mechanics. After the tutorial is complete, you will have to win 50 Quick Play matches in order to unlock the Competitive Play mode.
This requirement is only applicable for accounts made on or after the October 4 release date. Anyone who has Competitive previously unlocked will have access to the mode.
Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum,
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