Comments

• Edward

  From what I have read about Ranked in Season 1, the Holotag system looks much more intense than I expected. You actually need to purchase a Holotag and meet a gear ante just to enter a match, which already adds pressure before the round even starts. If you fail to extract, you lose points equal to your full target, and that sounds brutal. I also noticed that stealing another Runner’s Holotag increases your extraction ceiling, which makes every encounter risky. The idea of tiers from Bronze through Pinnacle with subdivisions makes progression feel serious. At the same time, I am worried about losing both rating and the gear I brought in. For those planning to push ranked early in Season 1, how are you preparing for the climb without constantly dropping back?

  Feb 25th, 11:52 am
• Sia Enko

  Before planning my ranked climb, I tried to understand how score targets and extractions actually interact. On https://levelupper.com/marathon there is a Ranked Carry option that specifically mentions Holotag management, score optimization, and consistent high value extractions. What I found useful is that ranked climbing is structured around tiers from Bronze through Pinnacle, so the service aligns with that progression. Since entering ranked requires gear that meets an ante, having controlled runs reduces unnecessary losses. The page also explains that some details may shift once Season 1 officially launches, which makes sense because ranked specifics are tied to updates. Everything is completed through manual gameplay, so there is no automation involved. For players who want a steady push through ranked tiers without constant setbacks, that type of structured approach seems logical.

  Feb 26th, 4:28 am
• Billie Nickelson

  Ranked in Marathon clearly raises the stakes compared to regular zones. Since entry requires both a Holotag and a qualifying loadout, preparation becomes part of the strategy. The risk of losing points equal to your score target makes every extraction decision important. Higher tiers unlocking High Stakes Zones also increase intensity week by week. Players who plan their climb carefully usually manage resources better. In a system where both rating and gear are involved, balance between aggression and survival is crucial. Season 1 will likely show how demanding this structure truly is.

  Feb 26th, 4:56 am