How to Unlock Ranked in League of Legends

League of Legends features a competitive ranked mode that lets players test their skills against others at similar levels. The ranked system provides a structured ladder where you can climb through various tiers. Many new players jump into the game excited to try ranked matches, only to discover they can't access the mode yet.

Riot Games has set specific requirements to ensure players have enough experience and champion variety before entering competitive play. In this article, we'll explore how to unlock ranked mode and prepare yourself for competitive matches.

Ranked Requirements

Unlocking ranked mode in League of Legends requires meeting two main requirements that ensure you're ready for competitive play.

• First, you need to own at least 20 champions. You can acquire champions through the in-game shop using Blue Essence or Riot Points, or unlock them from loot chests and champion shards.

• Second, you must complete at least 10 full Summoner's Rift games. These matches can only be played against real players in normal mode, but ARAM games don't count toward this requirement.

Once you meet both requirements, the ranked queue will unlock automatically. You'll then need to complete 5 placement matches to determine your starting rank for the season.

League of Legends Ranks

After unlocking ranked mode, you need to play 5 placement matches to receive your starting rank. These games determine your initial position on the competitive ladder based on your performance. The ranked system consists of 10 tiers, each with four divisions except for the top three ranks. Here's the complete breakdown:

• Iron

• Bronze

• Silver

• Gold

• Platinum

• Emerald

• Diamond

• Master

• Grandmaster

• Challenger

Each division within Iron through Diamond requires 100 LP to advance to the next one. Winning games earns you LP while losing games deducts LP from your total.

Final Words

Unlocking ranked mode in League of Legends requires owning at least 20 champions and completing 10 full Summoner's Rift games. These requirements give you time to learn the game's mechanics, experiment with different champions, and understand the map before entering competitive play.