RankedTiers is a dedicated Minecraft PvP server built around one thing: fair, competitive fights. Pick a kit, queue up, and get matched against someone at your skill level. Every win and loss shifts your Elo rating and pushes you through 10 ranks — from Unranked all the way to HT1.
How to Join
Open Minecraft
Java Edition, Bedrock, any version.
We support all clients via ViaVersion and GeyserMC.
Add the Server
Go to Multiplayer, add rankedtiers.club and connect.
Pick a Kit & Fight
Right-click the Diamond Sword in your hotbar to queue for Ranked. That's it.
How Ranked Works
Elo Rating
Every player starts at 1600 Elo. Wins and losses shift your rating — and how dominantly you win matters too. The system rewards skill over grind: win a lot and you climb fast to your true rank, but hover at 50% and you stay put no matter how much you play.
Per-Kit Rankings
Your Elo is tracked separately for each kit. You could be HT2 in Sword but Unranked in End Game. Master one or dominate them all.
Avg Elo
Your overall Avg Elo is the average of your Elo across every kit you've played. The overall leaderboard ranks players by this number.
Monthly Seasons
Elo resets each season. Prove yourself again, grind the ladder, and push for higher peaks.
5 Tiers × High / Low
5 tiers, each split into a High (HT) and Low (LT) rank — 10 ranks from HT1 (the best) down to LT5, with everything below 2000 Elo shown as Unranked. Click a tier to see its HT/LT split. Your rank reflects skill, not playtime.
Overall Avg Elo
Your position on the overall leaderboard is determined by your Avg Elo — a straight average of your Elo across every kit you've played:
Only kits where you've played at least one match count toward the average.
7 Ranked Kits
Play Your Way
Ranked 1v1
The core mode. Queue solo, fight a matched opponent, gain or lose Elo.
Unranked 1v1 & 2v2
No pressure. Practice new kits or warm up before going ranked.
VS AI
Fight bot opponents with different difficulty levels. Learn the kits, test strategies, get comfortable.
Custom Kits
Build your own loadout with the in-game Kit Editor. Enchantments, items, layout — all yours.
Clans, Friends & Parties
Clans
Create a clan, invite members, set a tag and color. Clan Elo is tracked on the scoreboard — compete as a team.
Friends
Add friends, see who's online, invite them to play. Simple.
Parties
Group up for team battles: 2v2, 3v3, 4v4, FFA, or tournaments. The party leader picks the mode.
Coming Soon
Fabric Mod
Custom HUD showing your Elo, tier, queue status and win streak. In-game screens for ranked, settings, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RankedTiers?
RankedTiers is a competitive Minecraft PvP server with ELO-based rankings across 7 kits, clans, and monthly seasons. Players queue for ranked 1v1 matches and climb 10 ranks — from LT5 up to HT1 (5 tiers, each split into High and Low) — based on their ELO rating.
Is RankedTiers free to play?
Yes — RankedTiers is completely free. There are no pay-to-win mechanics. Optional cosmetic ranks (PRO, PREMIUM) help support server hosting but provide no gameplay advantage.
How does the ELO ranking system work?
Every player starts at 1600 ELO (Unranked). After each ranked match your rating shifts based on the result, how dominant the win was, and your opponent's rating. The system is built to reward skill over grind: if your recent results are lopsided you converge to your true rank fast, while a player hovering at 50% barely moves no matter how much they play — so strong players reach their level quickly and stay there even if they don't grind. ELO is tracked separately per kit.
What kits are available?
There are 7 ranked kits: Sword, Axe, Diamond Pot, plus four progression kits — Early Game, Mid Game (Diamond SMP), Late Game (Spear & Mace), and End Game (Crystal PvP). Each kit has its own leaderboard and tier list.
What is the server address?
The server address is rankedtiers.club. Connect from the Minecraft Multiplayer menu on Java Edition or Bedrock Edition. The server supports all Java versions from 1.8.x through 1.21.x via ViaVersion.
Does RankedTiers support Bedrock Edition?
Yes. Bedrock Edition players can connect through the GeyserMC bridge and play on the same servers as Java players, with all combat mechanics standardized for fair matches.
What are tiers in Minecraft PvP?
Tiers are ranked skill brackets. RankedTiers uses the mctiers-style system: 5 tiers, each split into a High (HT) and Low (LT) rank — 10 ranks total, from HT1 (the elite) down to LT5, with everything below 2000 Elo shown as Unranked. Your rank reflects skill, not playtime: play well and you climb fast, while grinding 50/50 keeps you where you are.
Can I form a clan?
Yes. Players can create clans with a custom tag and color, invite members, and compete on clan-specific leaderboards. Clan ELO is the average of members' best ELO across all kits.
Do my stats reset every season?
ELO ratings reset at the start of each monthly season so the ladder stays competitive. Lifetime stats (total wins, matches played) are preserved across seasons on your player profile.
What's the difference between ranked and unranked matches?
Ranked matches change your ELO and tier — every win or loss counts toward your competitive rating. Unranked matches let you practice the same kits and arenas without affecting your rating, perfect for warming up or trying new strategies.
Are cheats, hacks or auto-clickers allowed?
No. Any form of cheat client, killaura, reach, autoclicker, macros, or movement modifications is bannable on first offense. The full rules are at rankedtiers.club/rules. Allowed mods: cosmetic shaders, optifine-style FPS mods, minimap (no entity radar).
How does matchmaking work?
When you queue ranked, the matchmaker pairs you with the closest available opponent by ELO. If no one is in range after ~30 seconds the search widens. Per-kit ELO is matched separately — your Sword rating is matched against Sword opponents.
How do I report a player or bug?
Use the feedback form at the bottom of this page, or post in the #report channel on our Discord (discord.gg/QtdR99ZY). Include the player name, what happened, and any screenshots / recordings if possible.
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