A Simple Guide to the Halo Infinite Competitive Ranking System

What Is the Halo Infinite Ranking System?

To assess players’ skill levels, Halo Infinite provides a ranking system that allows users to compete at several different tiers. Unlike other casual games, ranked matches pair players based on unique skill levels.

This results in easy and skill-appropriate matches, where beginners are not steamrolled by seasoned players, and veterans still have a challenge. It assesses more than just wins and losses; it takes into account kills, assists, and even teamwork.

How the Ranks Are Divided

Halo Infinite is made up of a competitive environment, starting from the lowest rank of Bronze, to the highest rank of Onyx, which classifies users into different tiers based on their skill levels.

Each rank is divided into tiers, where users progress from Bronze 1 to Bronze 6, before moving on to the next rank. This system ensures that players are kept motivated to keep progressing ahead, as the rank is divided into multiple tiers.

Onyx is the rank signifying a true master, as it is reserved for players who consistently perform at an incredibly high standard.

How Placement Matches Work

In the beginning when the game sets you to ranked mode, you have to complete a particular number of ‘placement matches.’ These matches are key to understanding your starting position for ranking.

Winning them to perform your best during these games means you’ll get a higher starting rank. Losing means starting lower. In any case, the ranking systems are forgiving and provide a path to climb from lower ranks through constant playing.

These placement matches are designed to alleviate pressure and ensure that you are not ‘thrown to the wolves’ from the onset of battles that are either too tough, or too simple. Why does

Why Skill Rating Matters

There are visible ranks, but behind each rank is something called Skill Rating (or SR), a hidden number that attempts to gauge your skills. For every win, SR increases, while for every defeat, SR decreases.

Of course, SR does not ‘determine’ your rank. It is a factor. For instance, if you do get beaten and your team looses, but you get a lot of kills and you perform well overall, your rating could drop, but not by as much. Such a rating system is arguably essential to maintain balance for Matchmaking, to prevent the games from being one-sided.

Why the Halo Infinite Ranking System Feels Fair

Much like how every type of player has a unique experience with the game, the ranking system with Halo Infinite also aims to be balanced. It appreciates losses, but does not punish them as harshly as other systems would.

Rather, it appreciates effort, teamwork, and improvement in all forms. Players are able to track progress, celebrate minor achievements, and set their own goals – which is something most systems do not allow.

For casual players, the lower ranks are a more accommodating environment in which to learn. For competitive players, the higher ranks are a showcase of pure skill and competition. It is for this reason that the ranking system is so highly regarded – it has something available for all type of players.

The Future of Ranking in Halo Infinite

Since it first came out, the developers have been active in trying to make the ranking system more balanced, which means there are still changes to be made.

New ranks and other changes in competitive seasons, community feedback, and also contribute to the changes. It is also likely that with the continued growth of competitive play and esports, ranks like Onyx will be more valuable the higher esports ranks will be tied to them.

Therefore, both casual and hardcore players who are planning to go pro will still find the system rewarding and useful for many years.