GGST Tier List: Top Picks and Character Rankings

The Guilty Gear Strive (GGST) Tier List for November 2024 has been updated, reflecting the latest competitive scene and character performance.

With contributions from community polls and expert opinions, here’s a rundown of the current character rankings:

S+ Tier (Top-Tier)

• Goldlewis
• Sol Badguy
• Leo Whitefang
• Nagoriyuki
• Sin Kiske
• May

These characters dominate with exceptional damage, versatility, and solid matchups across various fighters. They are considered the best in the game right now.

S Tier (High-Tier)

• Asuka
• Millia Rage
• Ky Kiske
• Anji Mito
• Ramlethal Valentine

Strong and competitive characters, but with some weaknesses when up against the top-tier S+ characters.

S- Tier (Solid-Tier)

• Bridget
• Jack-O
• Chipp Zanuff

Still viable and competitive, but may struggle more in high-level play against the very best.

A Tier (Viable-Tier)

• I-No
• Faust
• Giovanna
• Happy Chaos
• Potemkin
• Baiken
• A.B.A.
• Axl Low

These characters require specific strategies or high-level skill to excel, but they’re viable in competitive play.

B+ Tier (Mid-Tier)

• Elphelt Valentine

B Tier (Lower-Tier)

• Johnny
• Testament
• Bedman?

While they may have disadvantages, these characters can still hold their own in the right hands.

C Tier

Characters like Faust and Zato are struggling in the current meta, requiring advanced knowledge to use effectively.

D Tier and Below

Some characters, including Baiken and Zato, have significant challenges and need specialized strategies to be competitive.

Community Insights

Recent expert analyses and community polls show a consensus around some character placements. Nagoriyuki remains a top contender thanks to his strong tools, while Zato continues to be considered one of the weaker picks despite his unique mechanics.

Overall, the GGST tier list suggests that most characters are competitive, offering players flexibility to experiment with different fighters based on their playstyle.

GGST continues to maintain a good balance, with no character deemed completely unplayable, allowing players to explore diverse options.