This STAR WARS Battlefront II tier list ranks every major option by overall effectiveness. Rankings factor in damage output, survivability, versatility, gear requirements, and how well each option scales.
Tier definitions: S = best in class, always a strong pick. A = strong and competitive, minor weaknesses. B = solid but clearly outperformed in most situations. C = viable only for players who enjoy the playstyle.
Characters Rankings
| Tier | Role | Rating | Playstyle |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Assault | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Heavy | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Officer | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Specialist | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Enforcer | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
Detailed Characters Analysis
Assault (A-Tier)
Assault is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: CR-2. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Heavy (A-Tier)
Heavy is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: EL-16HFE. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Officer (A-Tier)
Officer is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: DC-15LE. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Specialist (A-Tier)
Specialist is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: S-5. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Enforcer (A-Tier)
Enforcer is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: NT-242. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Weapons Rankings
| Weapon | Best With | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CR-2 | Indoor maps such as Theed and Death Star II where fights start inside 15 metres | An Assault carbine with a brutal rate of fire and damage that falls off hard past close range. |
| EL-16HFE | Open lanes on Hoth, Jakku and Crait where the CR-2 cannot reach | The Assault rifle unlocked at 400 class kills, trading rate of fire for high damage per shot and clean accuracy at medium range. |
| DC-15LE | Defending an objective room or a bridge choke | A Heavy blaster with heavy hitting shots and a slow cycle, unlocked at 50 Heavy kills. |
| S-5 | Officers who spend most of the match buffing but still get caught alone | The Officer sidearm with a scope and a semi automatic trigger, unlocked at 50 Officer kills. |
| NT-242 | Long sightline maps and shutting down AT-STs and speeders on Hoth and Endor | The Specialist sniper unlocked at 400 class kills, capable of a charged shot that kills most troopers outright. |
Check our weapons guide for in-depth stats and comparisons.
Weapons Analysis
CR-2: An Assault carbine with a brutal rate of fire and damage that falls off hard past close range. Improved Cooling turns the overheat problem into a non issue in a single engagement.
EL-16HFE: The Assault rifle unlocked at 400 class kills, trading rate of fire for high damage per shot and clean accuracy at medium range. It punishes players who peek from cover repeatedly.
DC-15LE: A Heavy blaster with heavy hitting shots and a slow cycle, unlocked at 50 Heavy kills. Paired with the Combat Shield it holds a doorway against several attackers at once.
S-5: The Officer sidearm with a scope and a semi automatic trigger, unlocked at 50 Officer kills. It lets a support player defend themselves at range instead of hiding behind the turret.
NT-242: The Specialist sniper unlocked at 400 class kills, capable of a charged shot that kills most troopers outright. The Disruptor attachment disables vehicle abilities for several seconds.
Meta Analysis
The current meta in STAR WARS Battlefront II centers on Battle Points economy and Star Card loadouts. Builds that leverage both systems outperform those that focus on only one. Our combat guide explains these interactions in depth.
What's strong right now:
- Assault with CR-2 is the benchmark. Everything else is measured against it.
- Class weapon unlocks builds are gaining ground as players find new combinations.
- Officer remains essential for learning hard content. See the boss guide.
What's underrated:
- Heavy is consistently overlooked despite being the most flexible option.
- DC-15LE offers excellent performance for its investment level.
What's overhyped:
- Pure Enforcer builds. High ceiling but the consistency isn't there for most players.
Quick Picks by Situation
| Situation | Best Role | Best Weapon | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall best | Assault | CR-2 | Highest consistent performance |
| New player | Heavy | EL-16HFE | Most forgiving, teaches mechanics |
| Hard content | Officer | DC-15LE | Survivability when you need it |
| Group play | Specialist | S-5 | Utility and team support |
| Experienced player | Enforcer | NT-242 | Unique challenge and high ceiling |
More STAR WARS Battlefront II Guides
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- STAR WARS Battlefront II Beginner's Guide
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Tips & Tricks
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Weapons Guide
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Combat Guide
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Boss Guide
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Maps & Locations
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Crafting Guide
- STAR WARS Battlefront II Classes & Characters
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