How Many Wins to Reach Max Rank 50 in COD: MW2?
You‘ll need a grand total of 370 match wins in Modern Warfare 2‘s Ranked Play competitive mode to hit the current max rank of 50. Now let‘s dive into everything you need to know about ranking up fast!
A Breakdown of MW2‘s Ranked Play System
Here are the key details on how progression works in Ranked Play:
- Ranks go from 1 to 50, unlocked by earning Stars through wins
- Each win awards a Star – 10 Stars per rank from 1-30, 20 per rank from 31-50
- Skill Rating (SR) matches you against equally skilled opponents
- Minimum Level 16 required, weapons/attachments unlocked
- Stats tracked: Wins, losses, win rate, accuracy and more
| MW2 Ranks | Stars Needed | Total Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1-30 | 10 per rank | 300 wins |
| 31-50 | 20 per rank | 70 additional wins |
| Max: 50 | 370 wins |
As you can see, the last 20 ranks take significantly more wins each compared to the first 30. Expect to put in some serious hours to hit the coveted Rank 50!
Tips & Strategies to Rank Up Faster
Here are my best tips for swiftly gaining SR and stars to advance ranks in MW2:
Play Objective Gamemodes
Gamemodes like Hardpoint and Kill Confirmed award much more SR per win compared to Team Deathmatch. And thanks to SBMM, your kills also give more SR in objective modes against equally skilled enemies.
Squad Up with Friends
Teamwork makes the dream work! Having even just 1 coordinated teammate gives you a massive advantage to win more consistently. Bonus: partying up also helps reduce toxic randoms.
Master the Maps & Meta Weapons
Having extensive knowledge of maps, power positions, lines of sight and other intricacies offers a big leg up to outsmart enemies. Running meta loadouts like the Kastov-74u or M4 helps too.
Check the Daily/Weekly Challenges
Challenges offer juicy SR and XP rewards. Get a sense of upcoming missions to complete them organically while ranking up.
| Gamemode | Avg. SR Per Win | Avg. Match Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Team Deathmatch | 25 | 5 minutes |
| Kill Confirmed | 50 | 6 minutes |
| Hardpoint | 90 | 8 minutes |
*SR per win estimates based on average skill level
Top Weapons & Loadouts to Use
Equipping yourself with the right loadouts tailored for Ranked Play is key. Here are the top weapons and attachments you should be running:
Kastov-74u
With its unmatched TTK up close and great handling, the Kastov 74u currently tops MW2‘s SMG meta.
| Attachment | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Sorokin 140mm Barrel | Boosts damage range & bullet velocity |
| Schlager PEQ Box IV | Increases hip fire accuracy |
| 5mW Laser | Improves sprint to fire speed |
| FTAC Castle Comp | Adds recoil control |
M4
The M4 remains one of the most versatile and powerful ARs following recent nerfs. Its well-rounded stats make it extremely reliable.
| Attachment | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Tempus Hightower 20" Barrel | Bolsters bullet velocity and range |
| VLK 4.0x Optic | Clean sight picture to challenge at range |
| FSS Blackout | Recoil stabilization |
| FSS Close Quarters Stock | Boosts ADS & walking speed |
SP-R 208
This hardy sniper rifle can one-shot to the upper chest at any range. Its fast ADS and solid mobility cements its place as a top Marksman Rifle.
Give these and numerous other meta loadouts a shot, and tweak attachments based on your playstyle!
Additional Unlocks from Ranked Play
Reaching higher ranks doesn‘t just give you bragging rights – you‘ll also unlock some cool cosmetic rewards along the way:
- Rank 15: ‘Precision‘ Skill Track
- Rank 26: ‘Verified‘ Player Title
- Rank 35: ‘Precision‘ Emblem & Sticker
- Rank 50: Legendary ‘Spartan‘ Operator Skin
There are also Officer Rank challenges tied to Ranked Play, plus seasonal challenges and themed events with unique blueprints or skins up for grabs!
So strap in and get ready to grind, soldiers. See you out there on the ranked battlegrounds! Let me know down below if you have any other MW2 Ranked Play questions.
