How to calculate League of Legends ranking points
League of Legends (LOL) is one of the most popular MOBA games in the world, and its ranking system has always been the focus of players' attention. The calculation method of ranking points (LP) directly affects the player's rank improvement and matching experience. This article will analyze the calculation rules of League of Legends ranking points in detail, and combine it with recent hot topics to help players better understand the ranking mechanism.
1. The basic concept of ranking points (LP)
League Points (LP) is the core value used to measure player rank progress in League of Legends rankings. Players gain LP through victory and deduct LP through failure. When LP accumulates to a certain amount, players can advance to a higher rank or sub-segment.
| behavior | LP changes |
|---|---|
| victory | +15~25 LP (adjusted according to hidden score) |
| failed | -15~25 LP (adjusted based on hidden points) |
| Promotional match successful | Advance to the next level |
| Promotion match failed | Keep the current rank and deduct a small amount of LP |
2. Key factors affecting the increase or decrease of LP
1.Hidden points (MMR): The system will dynamically adjust the increase or decrease of LP according to the player's hidden score (Matchmaking Rating). When the hidden score is higher than the current rank, more LP will be obtained for victory and less LP will be deducted for failure; vice versa.
2.Opponent strength: Defeating high-level opponents will result in more LP, and losing to low-level opponents will deduct more LP.
3.Winning streak/Losing streak: Continuous wins or losses will trigger the system’s compensation mechanism, further affecting LP changes.
| situation | LP change range |
|---|---|
| The hidden score is higher than the rank | Victory +25 LP, Failure -15 LP |
| Hidden points equal to rank | Victory +20 LP, Failure -20 LP |
| The hidden score is lower than the rank | Victory +15 LP, Failure -25 LP |
3. Recent hot topics: Adjustments to the ranking mechanism
In the past 10 days, discussions about ranking point calculation in the League of Legends player community have mainly focused on the following hot spots:
1.Rank reset for new season: At the beginning of the 2024 season, many players reported that the increase and decrease in LP was unstable. The official response stated that this was a normal phenomenon after the hidden points were reset.
2.Promotional competition optimization: Some players proposed to cancel the promotion competition for small tiers (such as Gold 4→Gold 3) and only retain the promotion competition for large tiers (such as Gold 1→Platinum 4).
3.AFK punishment increases: Players who hang up in the recent qualifying matches will be directly deducted 30~50 LP, which is far more than the penalty for ordinary failure.
4. How to effectively improve ranking points?
1.Maintain a high winning rate: A win rate of more than 50% in a single game is the basis for improving LP. It is recommended to focus on 1-2 positions and 3-5 heroes.
2.Make use of the bonus points mechanism: When the hidden score is significantly higher than the current rank, the system will quickly improve the player's rank through "supplementary points".
3.Avoid a losing streak: After losing 3 consecutive games, it is recommended to suspend ranking to avoid triggering the system's losing streak penalty mechanism.
| Skills | Effect |
|---|---|
| Double row matching | Increase winning rate by 5%~10% |
| Strong version of hero | The winning rate increases by 3%~8% |
| avoid peak hours | Reduce the probability of encountering power coaches/anchors |
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why only 15 LP will be added if you win a round, but 25 LP will be deducted if you lose a round?
A: This means that your hidden score is lower than your current rank, and the system thinks that you have "overestimated" your strength.
Q: Will I lose rank if I fail in the promotion round?
A: Failure in the promotion match for small tiers will not cause you to lose tier, but failure in the promotion match for large tiers (such as gold → platinum) may cause your LP to return to zero.
Q: When will the bonus point mechanism be triggered?
A: When the hidden score is about 200 points higher than the current rank, you can get 30+ LP for victory, and only 10- LP will be deducted for failure.
From the above analysis, it can be seen that the calculation of ranking points in League of Legends is a complex dynamic system. Players need to understand the multiple impacts of hidden points, matching mechanisms, and version environments in order to develop an effective strategy for increasing points. The recent discussion on the ranking mechanism also reflects players’ expectations for a more transparent and fair ranking system.
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