Hey everyone, Elias here from RivalSector.com, and I know what is on a lot of your minds. You just got your hands on Marvel Rivals, and you want to get into the heart of the action as fast as possible. I am talking about unlocking ranked mode, earning those sweet rewards, and really starting to climb the competitive ladder. Reaching account level 15 is the key to all of that, and I have put together my personal, battle-tested plan to get you there in record time.
Let’s get one thing straight from the start: the fastest way to level up in Marvel Rivals is through a singular focus on Quick Match. Forget the low-yield Arcade modes like Conquest, because the path to success is all about maximizing your performance in the main playlist. My philosophy is about efficiency and making every single match count. So, grab your favorite hero and let’s get started.
The Anatomy of a High-Yield Session
Your time is valuable, and in Marvel Rivals, a smart approach will always beat mindless grinding. Since Quick Match is your primary source of XP, your focus should be on maximizing the factors that contribute to your gains in every single match. This is the blueprint for how you should approach every session:
| XP Factor | Importance | How to Maximize It |
| Winning the Quick Match | Extremely High | This is the single biggest XP bonus. Focus on teamwork and playing the objective to secure the win. |
| Personal Performance (MVP) | High | Getting MVP or a high-performance ranking (Ace) in a match grants a massive bonus, making it the most efficient way to level up quickly. |
| Mission Completion | Consistent | Completing daily and weekly missions offers a steady stream of guaranteed XP and other rewards. |
Why Quick Match is Your Only Option
In Marvel Rivals, there are no separate queues for competitive objective modes like Convoy or Domination. The game funnels all of these core modes into the Quick Match experience. This makes Quick Match your single most important source for leveling up. Your goal is not to find the right mode, but to master the principles that will get you a high XP payout no matter what mode the game gives you. The game rewards you for both winning the match and for your individual performance, which is exactly what we will be exploiting.
Here is how to make the most of them:
- Pick a hero you can get MVP with consistently. Focus on a small pool of 2-3 heroes and play them until your muscle memory is flawless. Mastery of a hero is always more efficient than switching frequently.
- Prioritize the objective, always. I cannot stress this enough. Even if you are a damage-dealer, focusing on the objective earns you more XP than chasing kills across the map.
- Avoid wasted time. Long, drawn-out fights that do not advance the objective are an XP sink. Get in, make your play, and get back to the objective.
- Track your performance. If you are not getting MVPs in a specific mode, switch it up. Your personal win rate and performance metrics are more important than generic advice.
A Warning About Arcade and Practice vs. AI
I see a lot of misinformation out there about using certain modes for leveling, so let me clear the air. Modes like Conquest, which are now part of the Arcade playlist, offer a different gameplay experience and provide a significantly lower amount of Account XP. They are great for quick, chaotic fun or for completing hero-specific missions, but they are not an efficient path to level 15. The same goes for Practice vs. AI matches. While they do provide a small amount of XP, they are not an effective way to level up. The XP you get is far less than what you would earn in a live PvP Quick Match, and you will not get the performance-based bonuses that make winning so rewarding.
- Use Arcade modes and Practice vs. AI to rehearse hero combos and learn new abilities without pressure.
- Complete specific mission objectives, such as “get 5 kills with Iron Man’s Repulsor Ray” in a low-stakes environment.
- Use them to warm up before you jump into live Quick Matches.
How to Maximize Your Missions
Daily and weekly missions are your secret weapon. They offer predictable and repeatable rewards, and you can stack them with your normal play sessions for maximum efficiency. While some missions provide Chrono Tokens for your Battle Pass, others offer a significant boost to your Account XP.
Here is how to get the most out of your missions:
- Review them at the start of your session. Look for missions that can be completed in the same matches. For example, if you have a mission to get five eliminations with Captain America and another to play two matches in a specific mode, you can do both at the same time.
- Do not chase difficult missions. Focus on the ones that naturally overlap with your playstyle. If a mission requires a hero you are not good with, it is probably not worth the effort.
- Prioritize weekly missions. These offer much larger rewards and can be completed throughout the week, reducing the need to grind specific activities.
Final Word of Advice
To level up fast, you need to be smart, not just grind hard. The key is to see every Quick Match as an opportunity to maximize your XP. Focus on winning, get that MVP, and stack your missions to double-dip on the rewards. By mastering your hero and staying focused on the objective, you will hit level 15 and be ready for ranked mode faster than you ever thought possible. Now get out there, save the multiverse, and I will see you in the field. And for more tips on dominating the game, be sure to check out our other Marvel Rivals guides on RivalSector.com.
