Shop Titans is Kabam's free to play shop management RPG, on Steam since 5 May 2020, where you craft gear and sell it to the adventurers walking through your door. You run blueprints through workers, haggle at the counter, then send heroes into dungeons to bring back components for the next tier. There are 18 hero classes to recruit and blueprint lines that run from the tier 1 Squire Sword all the way to tier 16 pieces like the Unearthed Blade.
Choosing the right build shapes your entire experience. This guide breaks down every option: what they're good at, what they struggle with, and which one matches your playstyle. For optimized builds with full gear sets, see our builds guide.
Quick Comparison
| Build | Tier | Playstyle | Best Equipment | Beginner Friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soldier | A | Balanced | Squire Sword | Yes |
| Knight | A | Balanced | Arming Sword | Yes |
| Thief | A | Balanced | Gladius | Yes |
| Cleric | A | Balanced | Cutlass | Yes |
| Sorcerer | A | Balanced | Excalibur | Yes |
New player? Start with Knight. See our beginner's guide for why.
Soldier
Soldier is a strong option in Shop Titans.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Squire Sword |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Blueprint crafting and energy |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Squire Sword
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Howling Woods to learn Soldier-specific mechanics
- Focus on Blueprint crafting and energy. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Squire Sword as your first major upgrade
- See our full Soldier build guide for the optimal gear progression
Knight
Knight is a strong option in Shop Titans.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Arming Sword |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Item quality and fusion |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Arming Sword
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Howling Woods to learn Knight-specific mechanics
- Focus on Item quality and fusion. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Arming Sword as your first major upgrade
- See our full Knight build guide for the optimal gear progression
Thief
Thief is a strong option in Shop Titans.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Gladius |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Counter haggling |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Gladius
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in Howling Woods to learn Thief-specific mechanics
- Focus on Counter haggling. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Gladius as your first major upgrade
- See our full Thief build guide for the optimal gear progression
Cleric
Cleric is a strong option in Shop Titans.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Cutlass |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Hero questing in dungeons |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Cutlass
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Howling Woods to learn Cleric-specific mechanics
- Focus on Hero questing in dungeons. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Cutlass as your first major upgrade
- See our full Cleric build guide for the optimal gear progression
Sorcerer
Sorcerer is a strong option in Shop Titans.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Excalibur |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Guild city investment |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Excalibur
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in Howling Woods to learn Sorcerer-specific mechanics
- Focus on Guild city investment. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Excalibur as your first major upgrade
- See our full Sorcerer build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Knight is the clear winner. It's forgiving, teaches core mechanics, and remains competitive into endgame. Follow our beginner's guide for the best first-session experience.
For Maximum Performance
Soldier is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Squire Sword for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Sorcerer offers the highest skill ceiling. It's punishing when misplayed but incredibly rewarding when mastered. Only recommended after you've completed the game with another build.
For Group Play
Cleric shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Shop Titans Guides
- Shop Titans Shop Titans Overview
- Shop Titans Best Builds
- Shop Titans Tier List
- Shop Titans Walkthrough
- Shop Titans Beginner's Guide
- Shop Titans Tips & Tricks
- Shop Titans Weapons Guide
- Shop Titans Combat Guide
- Shop Titans Boss Guide
- Shop Titans Maps & Locations
- Shop Titans Crafting Guide
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