Marvel Rivals Season 3 is officially underway, and with it comes a brand-new ranked experience packed with exclusive cosmetic rewards. From stunning new nameplate frames to the vibrant Emerald Flames skin for Phoenix, there’s plenty to grind for across the new ladder.
If you’re stepping back into the arena or climbing the ranks for the first time, you’re going to want to know exactly what’s waiting for you at the top, and how to unlock it. Here’s a complete breakdown of every ranked reward in Marvel Rivals Season 3, and how to ensure you don’t miss a single one before the season ends on August 8, 2025.
Ranked Rewards: How do they work?
Rewards in Marvel Rivals’ ranked mode are based on the highest rank you achieve during the season. That means even if you hit Diamond but later fall to Platinum, you’ll still get your Diamond-tier rewards.
That’s a crucial detail, especially since grinding up can be tough, but falling back down? Yeah, it happens to the best of us. Your rank at the very top sticks when it comes to reward distribution.
These rank-based rewards are handed out at the end of the season, and yes, that means you’ve got until August 8, 2025 to make your push. But if you want to flex on your rivals now, some of the cosmetics can be previewed in-game, though not all are fully viewable quite yet.
New requirement: Level 15 to play ranked
Before you even start your ranked grind, keep in mind that you need to be at least level 15 just to queue. This is a change from the previous requirement of level 10. It was implemented in the most recent season update to help ensure players are fully geared up before heading into competitive.
Your fastest route to 15? Completing missions and sticking with heroes you’re confident using. And with 40 characters in the roster, there’s no shortage of dominant options.
All ranked rewards in Marvel Rivals Season 3
Here’s what each rank tier offers in terms of loot. Honestly, even reaching Gold is rewarding, but the real flex begins around Diamond and up!
| Reward | Rank Requirement |
|---|---|
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) | Reach Gold rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame | Reach Platinum rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame Phoenix Force Nameplate Frame | Reach Diamond rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Grandmaster Crest of Honor (S3.0) Top 500 Crest of Honor (S3.0) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame Phoenix Force Nameplate Frame | Reach Grandmaster rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Celestial Crest of Honor (S3.0) Top 500 Crest of Honor (S3.0) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame Phoenix Force Nameplate Frame | Reach Celestial rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Eternity & One Above All Crest of Honor (S3.0) Top 500 Crest of Honor (S3.0) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame Phoenix Force Nameplate Frame | Reach Eternity rank |
| Emerald Flames Costume (Phoenix) Eternity & One Above All Crest of Honor (S3.0) Top 500 Crest of Honor (S3.0) Phoenix Feathers Nameplate Frame Phoenix Force Nameplate Frame | Reach One Above All rank |
A closer look at the Phoenix Skin & Crests
The Emerald Flames costume decked out for Phoenix brings a reimagined look to the character with shimmering purple hair highlights and a radiant gold-accented suit. If you’re hungry for stylish victories, this one’s a must-have.
As for the Crests of Honor, these are badass icons attached to your profile nameplate, showcasing your highest rank achievements with distinct, stylised flair. There are several to collect:
- Grandmaster Crest of Honor (S3.0)
- Celestial Crest of Honor (S3.0)
- Eternity & One Above All Crest of Honor (S3.0)
- Top 500 Crest of Honor (S3.0)
The red-toned crests in particular pop on the battlefield, perfect for flexing hard-earned bragging rights.
Should you grind ranked this season?
Even if competitive play isn’t normally your thing, the cosmetic line-up in Marvel Rivals Season 3 makes it worth taking seriously. Especially if you’re a Phoenix main, this is your time to shine.
But let’s be real: the grind won’t always be fun. Competitive play is sweaty by design, but chasing down crests and that Emerald Flames drip? Totally worth the effort. Don’t sleep on it.
You’ve got ’til August 8, 2025. Time to ascend.