Modern Warfare 2 ranked play - developer, rules, and more

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Modern Warfare 2 ranked play
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April 25, 2023: With Season 3 Reloaded on the way, find all there is to know about MW2 ranked play in our guide.

Call of Duty's ability to include a competitive playlist for those looking for an added level of competition varies on a regular basis. While most Treyarch titles feature some form of a ranked playlist, Infinity Ward's Modern Warfare series often leaves the feature on the sidelines much to the annoyance of players.

With the Modern Warfare 2 cycle in full swing, many are utilising crossplay capabilities so they can join forces with other players to climb to the top of the ladder

Modern Warfare 2 ranked play is the first time the developer includes a competitive playlist and acts as the perfect place for aspiring pros to use the same rules as the Call of Duty League (CDL). With that said, find all there is to know about Modern Warfare 2 ranked play in our hub containing all the latest rumours and speculation.

Does Modern Warfare 2 have ranked play?

Yes! Modern Warfare 2 has ranked play much to the delight of players growing tired of the casual game modes on offer.

Before dropping in, make sure you check out the best Modern Warfare 2 ranked play loadouts so you know the very best guns to use in all scenarios.

Modern Warfare 2 ranked play leaks

With ranked play now out in the open, leaks surrounding the mode are at a minimum. If data miners manage to uncover any juicy information surrounding Modern Warfare 2's competitive mode, we'll share the intel here.

Modern Warfare 2 Ranked Play release date

Ranked play for Modern Warfare 2 arrived as part of the Season 2 update.

Modern Warfare 2 ranked play developer

As mentioned above, Black Ops developer Treyarch will lead development of Modern Warfare 2 ranked play. This is certainly good news for fans of competitive Call of Duty as the developer is responsible for some of the best titles in the history of the shooter franchise.

Modern Warfare 2 Ranked Play skill divisions

Ahead of the new season, Infinity Ward has unveiled a full list of MW2 ranked play skill divisions. Here's a full list and the SR you need to reach them:

  • Bronze - 0-899 SR
  • Silver - 900-2,099 SR
  • Gold - 2,100-2,599 SR
  • Platinum - 3,600-5,399 SR
  • Diamond - 5,400-7,499 SR
  • Crimson - 7,500-9,999 SR
  • Iridescent - 10,000 SR minumum
  • Top 250 - 10,000+ SR

Depending on the result and your in-game performance you gain and lose SR. Each skill division contains three tiers to move through. It's also worth noting that all players will start from Bronze.

Modern Warfare 2 ranked play rewards

As you work through the ranks and improve your SR, there are numerous rewards to obtain ranging from exclusive Operator skins to weapon blueprints. Here's a closer look at what you can earn:

  • Rank 5: “Ranked Competitor” Operator Skin Pack.
  • Rank 15: Pro Issue Sidearm Blueprint.
  • Rank 30: New Gun Screen.
  • Rank 40: Pro Issue Combat Knife Blueprint.
  • Rank 50: “Ranked Veteran” Operator Skins (Home and Away) awarded to Male and Female CDL Operators.

That's all there is to know about Modern Warfare 2 ranked play so far. Be sure to check back regularly for all the latest news, leaks, and rumours on the mode. In the meantime, check out our Modern Warfare 2 page for news, leaks, and guides.

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