VALORANT's ranked system consists of nine ranks, each with unique requirements and features. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of how it works:

Requirements to Play Ranked:

• Reach Level 20
• Complete 5 placement matches
• Use this pre-ranked time to practice aim and learn different agents

Rank Structure:

• Iron to Radiant (ascending order)
• Each rank has 3 tiers (except Radiant)
• 100 RR (Rank Rating) needed to advance tiers
• Immortal uses regional RR thresholds
• Radiant requires top 500 leaderboard position

MMR (Matchmaking Rating):

• Hidden value determining skill level
• Affects RR gains and losses
• Higher performance than MMR = more RR gains
• Lower performance than MMR = higher RR losses

Performance Bonus:

• Extra RR for exceptional performance
• Based on individual performance vs. MMR expectations
• Not dependent on team comparison

Season/Act Changes:

• Hard reset every three Acts
• Requires 5 placement matches
• Maximum initial placement: Ascendant One
• Regular Act changes need one placement match
• Previous rank maintained between Acts

Party Queue Restrictions:

• No 4-player parties allowed
• Rank disparity limits apply
• Full 5-stack has no rank restrictions
• RR penalties for high rank disparities:
  • 25% reduction for Ascendant 3 and below
  • 25% reduction for Immortal
  • 75% reduction for Radiant parties

Tips for Ranking Up:

• Maintain 50%+ win rate
• Focus on consistent performance
• Use placement matches effectively
• Practice mechanics in unrated modes
• Learn multiple agents

The ranked system rewards skill and consistency while maintaining competitive integrity through various checks and balances.

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