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Tiles Survive Tier List: Best Heroes to Upgrade
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In Tiles Survive, your hero roster isn’t just about who looks coolest, but about building a squad that can carry you through campaign missions, PvP fights, and mid- to late-game events like Arcadian Conquest.
Some heroes bring reliable damage. Others provide healing, lifesteal, or team-wide buffs that can swing battles. And then there are a few you’ll want to avoid investing in too heavily.
This Tiles Survive tier list breaks down the strongest SSR and SR heroes, based on their skills, utility, and overall performance.
Whether you’re a new player trying to avoid early mistakes or a returning survivor looking to optimize your lineup, this guide will help you invest smarter.
How the Tiles Survive Hero Tier List Works
Not every hero in Tiles Survive is equally valuable. Some are top-tier across every mode, while others are niche or underwhelming. Here’s the breakdown we use:
S Tier Heroes: The Must-Have Powerhouses
Rosie
Rosie doesn’t just look flashy with her guitar-saw — she’s a lifesteal powerhouse. Her double strikes and AoE smash skill dish out huge numbers while her passive lifesteal keeps her sustained in fights. The combination of strong burst and survivability puts her firmly in S Tier.
Layla
Layla brings healing that scales with her attack plus a self-health boost that makes her harder to take down. Her area-wide heals make her one of the most valuable support SSRs available. She lands at S Tier, though slightly behind Rosie for raw carry potential.
Freya (SR)
Among the SRs, Freya is the standout. Her consistent double strikes, shielded AoE slash, and solid survivability make her an MVP for free-to-play players. She punches way above her rarity, earning a spot in S Tier alongside SSRs.
A Tier Heroes: Reliable, Strong Performers
Maddy
Maddy’s flaming arrow skill and her passive healing from Frank the dog make her a very strong SSR pick. She doesn’t quite outshine Rosie or Layla, but the steady heals and team stat boost make her dependable in most lineups.
Ray
Ray stands out for his area damage — grenade auto-attacks, explosive rounds, and follow-up strikes give him excellent wave-clear potential. What holds him back is a lack of sustain or team utility, which makes him less reliable than Rosie or Layla.
Sarge (SR)
Sarge brings consistent DPS with his rapid-fire triple shot, making him great for boss fights and campaigns alike. While he can’t match SSRs, his damage efficiency gives him a strong place in the A+ Tier among SRs.
Travis (SR)
Travis is one of the best boss killers in the SR pool. His lethal shot scales high and his cooldown is short enough to matter in big fights. A steady stat boost on top makes him worth building.
B Tier Heroes: Serviceable but Replaceable
Chef (SR)
Chef can tank briefly and even provide some healing while boosting greenhouse production. He’s useful early, but his combat potential drops off once stronger tanks enter the picture.
Eva (SR)
Eva offers machine gun fire and a multi-hit barrage, but her damage doesn’t scale as well compared to Travis or Sarge. She’s not terrible, just less efficient.
Lucky (SR)
Lucky’s spinning blades look fun, but her numbers don’t hold up against other SRs. Even her charge attack feels underwhelming compared to peers. She’s playable, but not a priority.
C Tier Heroes: Best Skipped
At the moment, most of the SR cast at least has some utility, but a few fall into the “skip unless you’re collecting” category. These are the heroes with poor synergy or underwhelming skill multipliers that don’t keep pace in PvE or PvP.
If you’re trying to build efficiently, avoid over-investing here as they’ll cost you resources better spent elsewhere.
How to Build a Strong Squad in Tiles Survive
Having a couple of S-tier heroes is great, but the real difference comes from building a balanced squad around them.
- Balance matters. Pair a durable frontline or tanky hero with strong DPS and at least one support. Rosie or Freya dish damage, but pairing them with Layla keeps the team alive longer.
- Synergy wins fights. Lifesteal or self-sustain heroes (Rosie, Freya) become even more effective when supported by team heals. Boss fights especially reward lineups that blend survivability and burst damage.
- Match to the mode. For campaigns or Conquest, AoE heroes like Ray shine. For bosses, Travis and Sarge pull ahead. Rotate lineups depending on content.
- Keep evolving. SRs like Freya and Sarge can carry for a long time, but as you unlock more SSRs, don’t be afraid to replace and rebuild. Progression in Tiles Survive is about adaptability.
Want to Take Your Progress Even Further?
Now that you know which heroes to prioritize, the next step is about playing smarter, both in how you build your team and how you manage your resources.
And if you want to connect with others who are just as invested as you are, join our Play Smarter Community (PSC) Discord. Share strategies, meet alliances, and jump into giveaways with players who live for survival strategy games. Join PSC on Discord ›
Tiles Survive rewards players who think ahead.
With the right heroes, the right squad, and a smarter approach, you’ll stay ahead of your server every step of the way.
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