Apex Legends Mobile launched with a ranked mode. But does this mode work exactly as it does in the original Apex? Not quite. Here's a complete guide to ranked on mobile.
How Does The Ranked Mode Work In Apex Legends Mobile?
The ranked mode in Apex Legends Mobile works the same way it did in the base game before Season 13. You start at the bottom of Bronze, and "pay" with RP (ELO) to enter a game, then if you do well, you earn back more RP, but if you do badly you simply lose what you spent and go down. The entry cost for a game gets higher and higher, so by Diamond rank, you need to spend a huge amount for RP to enter a game, and therefore need to perform very well to go positive.
Unlike traditional ranked modes, you don't play a series of placement matches, everyone simply starts in Bronze and works their way up (or at least they try to). Also, you cannot be demoted to a lower rank. You will sit at the bottom of the rank if you're doing badly (i.e. Gold 4), but you won't fall into the one below until the seasonal reset.
When Can You Start Playing The Ranked Mode?
You can start playing ranked as soon as you hit level 8, and this takes about 10-15 games (2.5 hours approx). From that point, there are no restrictions, and you can play ranked. Although if you're jumping straight across you should prepare yourself for a far more difficult game.
What Are The Different Ranks In Apex Legends Mobile?
As you play and earn RP, you will advance in the ranks:
Rank | RP Required |
Bronze | Starting rank |
Silver | 1,200 RP |
Gold | 2,800 RP |
Platinum | 4,800 RP |
Diamond | 7,200 RP |
Master | 10,000 RP |
Apex Predator | Top 750 players |
What Rewards Do You Get For Playing Ranked In Apex Mobile?
When you reach a new rank in Apex Legends Mobile, you get a free reward. Not the best skins in the world, sure, but free is free, so we can't complain. Here are the rewards:
Rank | Reward |
Bronze | Holo Spray |
Silver | Holo Spray |
Gold | Holo Spray |
Platinum | Holo Spray |
Diamond | Holo Spray / Trail / Avatar Frame |
Master | Holo Spray / Trail / Avatar Frame |
Apex Predator | Holo Spray / Trail / Avatar Frame |
That was your complete guide to Ranked in Apex Legends Mobile. But if you want to get into Platinum this season, you might want to take a look at this...