The long-awaited Barou refresh and the new Ranked Mode are finally live in Blue Lock Rivals, and this update is shaping up to be a game-changer for both casual players and competitive grinders. Whether you’re here for the King’s new moves or ready to climb through the ranked tiers, this guide will walk you through everything the update has to offer.
Blue Lock Rivals Ranked Update – BAROU REFRESH, Codes
Barou Refresh – King Returns Stronger
Let’s start with the main highlight: Barou’s complete kit overhaul. Nicknamed The King, Barou has received:
- Revamped animations – Everything from basic dribbles to goal finishes looks sharper, more aggressive, and truer to his ego-centric persona.
- New Awakened Move – A powerful finisher that activates during high-pressure moments. It includes a cutscene, letting Barou channel his signature “my way or nothing” flair.
- Improved stats and flow integration – Barou now synergizes better with world-class and mythic flow slots, making him a top-tier striker again.
- Better ego boost triggers – His ego activation feels more responsive, especially in clutch moments.
Barou was long overdue for a visual and mechanical rework, and this refresh firmly places him back in the meta—on par with top strikers like Kunigami and Kaiser.
Ranked Mode – Competitive Play Finally Arrives
The new Ranked Mode is a massive addition to Blue Lock Rivals. Here’s how it works:
9 Rank Tiers:
- Rookie
- Bronze
- Silver
- Gold
- Platinum
- Diamond
- Elite
- Challenger
- Champion
Each rank contains 3 divisions, and each division has 5 milestones. Players progress by:
- Winning matches
- Scoring goals
- Earning MVP titles
- Completing match-based milestones
End-Season Rewards:
- Top 250 Champion players get exclusive seasonal cosmetics
- Top 3 players receive limited cosmetics + a World-Class Card Pack
It’s not confirmed what “custom cosmetics” mean just yet—but they’re likely exclusive skins, effects, or banners crafted for the elite.
4v4 Format & Balance Changes
Ranked matches are now 4v4, with no goalkeepers. That’s right—AI goalkeepers have taken over and will scale in difficulty as you climb the ranks. So how does balance work?
- Style Ban Voting: At the start of every match, players vote to ban two styles. This prevents meta-dominance by characters like Shidou or Kaiser every game.
- AI Keeper Scaling: As you climb ranks, AI goalies will react faster, save better, and demand smarter shots from players.
While the no-goalie format is still controversial, the devs have tried to balance it through clever mechanics.
Codes
Codes
RANKED! -> 10 Lucky flow + style spins
LOKISOON! -> 5 Lucky flow + Style Spins
What’s Next? The Loki Update & Beyond
Up next is a massive Loki release, expected to be the biggest new class since Don Lorenzo. The devs have reportedly been working on Loki’s character design and animations for over a month, so expectations are high.
Possible features:
- Unique animations
- Fast-paced dribbling & agility-based mechanics
- Possibly the best solo-playstyle yet, if done right
This update is a strong step forward for Blue Lock Rivals:
- Barou feels modern, dangerous, and finally viable again
- Ranked Mode introduces a true grind-worthy progression path
- Community ideas hint at a very promising future
And with Loki just around the corner, the game’s pacing and character roster are only getting better.