Ranked Mode — Everything You Need to Know

Ranked is Marathon's competitive mode. To queue up, crew members must select a zone, assemble a loadout that meets or exceeds the gear ante, and purchase a Holotag to set the score target. Progress is made by exfiltrating high-value loot — crew members are scored based on the credit value of loot found during their run, and they must meet or exceed their score target to make any progress.

Loot brought in by the crew will be unscored and may be replaced to maximize the crew's score. Certain items like consumables and ammo found in-run will also be unscored and will not contribute to the crew's score. As players climb the ranks, they will face harder challenges and earn cosmetic rewards to show off their prowess.

There are six ranks in the Ranked ladder:

Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and Pinnacle.

Within each rank there are three subdivisions: III, II, and I — with III being the lowest and I being the highest within that rank.

All players have access to low-stakes zones for Ranked matches. Players ranked Platinum or higher unlock access to high-stakes zones. The zones featured in Ranked play change each week.

Holotags are mandatory passes for Runners to enter Ranked play. Each Runner must carry a Holotag at all times when playing Ranked in order to contribute to the crew's score.

Holotags contribute to the crew's target score. Each Holotag adds an amount to the target score based upon the rarity of the Holotag. Holotags stolen from defeated Runners not only provide score but also provide capacity to exceed your crew's score target.

Your crew's score target is set by the combined Holotags your crew carries. To make Ranked progress, you must meet or exceed this target by the time you exfiltrate. The score is based on the credit value of loot your crew extracts.

Failing to meet the crew's score target while still exfiltrating will result in no Ranked progress. Failing to exfil in Ranked will result in a loss of Ranked progress equal to your crew's combined loss penalty. Choose your engagements carefully — sometimes a safe extract with modest loot is smarter than chasing one more room.

As you progress in Ranked mode, you will earn rewards from the Codex. The first time a new Rank is earned, a reward package will be unlocked. Some Ranks feature exclusive cosmetic rewards in addition to valuable loot.

Some cosmetic rewards will be earned right away while others will be granted the next season, honoring the highest rank achieved during the current season. These season-end rewards are your proof of how far you climbed.

Ranked rewards consistent, efficient play over hero runs. Focus on meeting score targets reliably rather than gambling on risky plays. Run with a coordinated squad — communication about loot value and exfil timing is critical.

At lower ranks, low-stakes zones are your only option, so learn the loot routes well. Once you hit Platinum, high-stakes zones open up with better loot but tougher competition and harder enemies. Make sure your loadout meets the gear ante before queuing — you cannot enter without it.