Pokemon Unite Ranked Match Season 21 regulations revealed

The Pokemon Unite community is buzzing with excitement as the regulations for Ranked Match Season 21 have been unveiled. Starting on Friday, July 19, 2024, the new season introduces a few changes to help make the competitive landscape even better.

With feedback from Season 20's Draft Mode survey playing a crucial role, these updates aim to make Ranked Matches more accessible, diverse, and strategically engaging for players.

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Key regulations for Pokemon Unite Ranked Match Season 21

Draft Mode Activation Requirement

A significant update this season is the adjustment of the Draft Mode activation requirement. Based on the results of the Draft Mode survey conducted in Season 20, the requirement for starting Draft Mode has been lowered.

Draft Mode will now require a rating of at least Master Rank 1200 to take part, which was 1400 in the previous season. As such, this is going to make Draft Mode more accessible and increase its general appeal to people for more participation and strategic play.

License requirements

Besides the rank requirements, the arsenal of all 10 players in the match needs to have 14 or more licenses each. This system allows players to have options in case their desired picks are banned and gain access to a greater pool of Pokemon to create varied teams, improving the strategic possibility of teams.

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Pokemon Unite Ranked Match Season 21: Changes to EX Licenses

All EX Licenses currently in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

EX Licenses per team

Another major change is the increase in the number of EX Licenses allowed per team. Previously, teams were permitted to have only one EX License. For Season 21, this number has been increased to four.

This adjustment is in conjunction with the introduction of the new EX Pokemon, Ho-Oh, which will also be released on July 19. The increase in EX Licenses is intended to encourage players to experiment with and utilize the new Pokemon, adding a fresh dynamic to the game.

Master Rank requirement in matches

An additional regulation requires that the draft must include at least one Master Rank player among all the 10 matched players. This ensures a higher level of competition and expertise in each match, aiming to improve the overall quality of gameplay.

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The adjustments in Ranked Match Season 21 reflect Pokemon Unite’s commitment to refining the competitive experience and responding to player feedback.

By lowering the Draft Mode activation requirement and increasing the number of EX Licenses per team, the developers aim to create a more engaging and strategic environment for all players.

As the new season kicks off on July 19, we look forward to seeing how these changes will shape the competitive landscape of Pokemon Unite.

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