Rematch, the competitive 5v5 soccer game from Sifu’s devs, has arrived, and if you want to truly put your skills to the test, then Ranked is the place to go.
Like any competitive game, Rematch has a ranked system with Leagues and Divisions to climb through as you win games. Played in 5v5 exclusively, it’s where you’ll come up against the best of the best, so you’ll need to be on your A-game.
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If you’re wondering how it all works or how far away from the top League you are, here’s everything you need to know about Rematch Ranked.
All ranks in Rematch
Rematch’s ranked system has five Leagues for you to climb through, each divided into three subdivisions:
RP system explained
You’ll be assigned a rank after playing five placement matches, and then you need to win matches to increase your rank. Each League is made up of 300 RP (Ranked Points), so you’ll reach a new Division for every 100.
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You’ll gain RP for each win and lose it for each loss, but it’s not quite clear how your performance or your opponent’s skill affects the result. It’s still early days, so as more and more of the community grind the game, it should become clearer.
How to rank up fast
Play as a team
There’s no solo queue option in Rematch Ranked, so you’ll want to make sure you’ve got at least a couple of friends to play with. Having comms and knowing each other’s usual roles will make the game much easier.
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Focus on improving mechanics
There are plenty of different controls and mechanics to learn in Rematch, so make sure you have them all in your locker before trying to grind Ranked. Being able to Rainbow Kick, Juggle, and lob the ball are all valuable skills, and you’ll feel at a major disadvantage if you can’t do them.
Don’t rage quit or AFK
If your team is losing, it’s better to take the loss than to leave the game or AFK. You’ll likely get penalised and lose a lot more RP than if you were to simply lose.
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Watch other players
It’s always a good idea to watch other players, such as streamers and YouTubers, as you can passively pick up strategies and tips from the way they play. Search for Rematch on YouTube or head to the category page on Twitch.
How to unlock Ranked in Rematch
To unlock Ranked in Rematch, you’ll need to reach level 5. This should take a couple of hours, depending on your skill level.
I found the quickest way to get XP was to play keeper, as you can rank up the points by saving, intercepting, and passing without needing too much technical skill.
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For more on Rematch, you can also check out our interview with the devs, where they explain why they swapped Sifu’s martial arts action for soccer.
