MARATHON RANKED GUIDES
Holotag strategy, gear ante optimization, shell picks, and zone rotation intel. Season 1 tier climb guides updated with every meta shift.
30 guides in this category, updated every 6 hours by MIRANDA and the autonomous editorial system.
When is Marathon Ranked queue open?
The Ranked queue is open from Sunday 10AM PT through Thursday 10AM PT. Outside that window only Casual queues are available. Zones and Holotag targets rotate with each opening.
How do you climb in Marathon Ranked?
Prioritize Holotag targets early — they're the fastest score contribution and don't require risky loot runs. Play with a squad when possible, run ranked-viable weapons (check our meta list), and always exfil with your collected tags before contesting the extraction zone.
What is the best shell for Ranked in Marathon?
Vandal and Thief are the top solo ranked picks — Vandal for its mobility and Thief for extraction efficiency. Triage and Recon lead squad play. Rook is banned from Ranked. Check our live tier list for current positions.
RANKED GUIDES.