Rank System

Overwatch's newest Emerald rank is like a live grenade wedged between plat and diamond

Overwatch's Season 4 introduced a new Emerald rank, positioned between Platinum and Diamond, to address skill disparity. While intended to provide a better sense of rank identity, the author found Emerald games to be chaotic and frustrating due to inconsistent player skill and frequent mistakes. The article suggests that while the rank may improve over time, it currently represents a challenging environment for players.