How Many Dudes? Tier List

This tier list reflects the current meta of the How Many Dudes? demo and is updated based on community consensus, developer communications, and verified gameplay data. The full game release on July 30, 2026 may shift rankings significantly.

Family Tier Rankings

S-Tier: Dominant Meta

Fantasy Dudes (Wizard + Cleric) The most consistently powerful family combination in the current meta. Wizard Dudes provide the highest sustained magic damage in the game, while Cleric Dudes offer unmatched squad-wide healing. The Clerical Error Relic interaction creates a feedback loop that makes Fantasy teams viable from early waves through late-game boss fights.

Undead Dudes (Zombie + Necromancer) The premier scaling family. In extended runs past wave 50, Undead teams reach damage levels that no other family can match. The Necromancer resurrection mechanic creates a continuous loop where fallen allies fuel Zombie attack scaling.

A-Tier: Strong and Reliable

Warrior Dudes (Knight + Samurai) The backbone of nearly every competitive build. Knight Dude’s taunt and temporary HP mechanics make them the most reliable tanks, while Samurai provides consistent high damage. Warriors fit into any team composition as anchors.

Employed Dudes (Workin’ Dude + Finance Dude) The economic engine of competitive play. Extra Gold from Workin’ Dudes compounds dramatically over a full run, funding Relic acquisitions that outpace opponents.

B-Tier: Situational Power

Sci-Fi Dudes (Hacker + Medic) Extremely powerful in crit-focused builds but requires specific Relic combinations to reach full potential.

Action Dudes (Ninja + Cowboy) Burst-focused playstyle that excels in faster runs and against glass cannon enemy compositions.

Individual Dude Rankings

S-Tier Dudes

Zombie Dude — the premier scaling damage dealer. His attack power grows with every fallen ally, making him essential for late-game viability.

Knight Dude — the most durable tank in the game. Taunt mechanics absorb enemy focus while generating temporary HP.

Wizard Dude — highest raw damage potential in the game. Magic damage scales with spell power Relics.

A-Tier Dudes

Cleric Dude — the best all-around support Dude. Healing pulses keep the entire squad alive.

Necromancer Dude — the enabler of Undead scaling. Resurrect mechanics keep bodies on the field.

Samurai Dude — consistent high damage with cleave potential.

Workin’ Dude — economy engine. Extra Gold from wins compounds into Relic advantages.

B-Tier Dudes

Hacker Dude — extremely powerful in crit builds but requires specific Relic support.

Ninja Dude — burst finisher with survivability through stealth.

Medic Dude — emergency healer for glass cannon teams.

Relic Tier Rankings

S-Tier Relics

Bloody Talisman — stacking attack speed on every heal creates exponential damage scaling.

Clerical Error — converts Cleric healing pulses into damage.

Bat Wings (Vampire) — second-lease-on-life mechanic prevents key damage dealers from being Knocked Out.

Trinket Rankings

S-Tier Trinkets:

• ADHD Trinket (Wizard Dude)
• Taser Trinket (Samurai Dude)
• Life Insurance Trinket (Finance Dude)

A-Tier Trinkets:

• Stealth Boot Trinket (Ninja Dude)
• Circuit Trinket (Electrician Dude)
• Bat Wings Trinket (Vampire Dude)