Understanding Deranking and Recovery Paths
Quick Answer: Derank from losses or inactivity. Take break after 3 losses. Review demos. Recover through wins.
Deranking occurs from: loss streaks (consistent losses), inactivity (30+ days), or playing above your skill level (temporary rank placement). Recovery involves: taking breaks after 2-3 losses (prevents tilt-induced loss streaks), playing your main map (confidence and familiarity), reviewing demos (identifying mistakes), and playing consistently (regaining MMR).
Inactivity derank is not permanent: playing one ranked match restores your rank. Loss streak deranks require winning matches to recover. If you deranked due to skill deficit, recovery means learning and improving, then winning matches.
Key Points
- Loss streaks main cause
- Inactivity temporary
- Take breaks after losses
- Review demos for improvement
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Continuing play while tilted
- Blaming derank unfairly
- Not taking break