Torchlight Infinite Tier List — Current Rankings

This Torchlight Infinite 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.

Builds Rankings

Detailed Builds Analysis

Rehan (Berserker) (S-Tier)

Whirlwind melee build using the Berserker trait. Spins through packs of enemies with constant AoE damage and life leech. The simplest and most effective build for new players. Scales linearly with weapon damage — just get a bigger sword.

Best with: Legendary Two-Handed Sword, Life Leech Embers, Berserker Trait tree Stat focus: Physical Damage, Attack Speed, Life Leech, Maximum Life

Gemma (Spellcaster) (S-Tier)

Elemental spell build using ice or lightning chains. Gemma's Trait paths enhance specific elements — Ice Gemma freezes screens of enemies, Lightning Gemma chains damage between packs. High AoE clear speed but requires good positioning to avoid one-shots.

Best with: Legendary Focus Core, Spell Damage Embers, Element-specific Trait tree Stat focus: Spell Damage, Cast Speed, Elemental Penetration, Energy Shield

Youga (Summoner) (A-Tier)

Summon-based build using Youga's Spirit Magus trait. Permanent minions tank and DPS while you support with auras and curses. The safest build since minions absorb all aggro. Requires investment in minion survival stats.

Best with: Minion Damage Focus, Spirit Magus Trait, Minion Life Embers, Aura gear Stat focus: Minion Damage, Minion Life, Aura Effectiveness, Player Survivability

Moto (Shieldbearer) (A-Tier)

Tank/DPS hybrid using Moto's Commander trait for group buffs or Warrior trait for personal damage. Shield skills provide both defense and offense. The group-play pick for providing team-wide buffs and tanking boss mechanics.

Best with: Legendary Shield, Commander Trait, Block Chance Embers, Life gear Stat focus: Block Chance, Maximum Life, Physical Damage, Aura Range

Iris (Gunslinger) (A-Tier)

Ranged DPS build using dual pistols or rifles with Iris's Ranger trait. Highest single-target DPS for boss killing. The Bullet Storm skill fires massive barrages that delete bosses in seconds. Fragile but devastating.

Best with: Legendary Dual Pistols, Projectile Damage Embers, Ranger Trait tree Stat focus: Projectile Damage, Critical Strike, Attack Speed, Dodge Chance

Equipment Rankings

Equipment Analysis

Legendary Focus Core: Spellcaster off-hand that adds up to 200% spell damage with the right modifiers. The single most impactful gear slot for Gemma builds. Pact of Darkness craft one with spell damage + cast speed + elemental penetration for endgame viability.

Divinity Slate: Endgame crafting base that can hold up to 6 modifiers (normal items cap at 4). Divinity Slates drop from God of Hunting Torment 8+ and serve as the base for best-in-slot items. Extremely rare but defining for min-maxed characters.

Pact Ember: Special Ember type that adds conditional damage bonuses (e.g., +30% damage against Elites, +20% when above 80% life). Stacking Pact Embers with synergistic conditions multiplies your effective DPS. Found in seasonal content.

Legendary Two-Hander: High base damage melee weapon essential for Rehan builds. A perfect two-hander with Physical Damage, Attack Speed, and Critical Strike modifiers carries Berserker Rehan through Torment 12+. Craft with Pact of Darkness for targeted stats.

Season-Exclusive Unique: Each season introduces unique items with build-defining effects. These uniques often enable entirely new playstyles not possible with regular items. Available only during their season, then added to the permanent pool at reduced drop rates.

Meta Analysis

The current meta in Torchlight Infinite centers on Hero Trait system and Pact of Darkness crafting. Builds that leverage both systems outperform those that focus on only one.

What's strong right now:

• Rehan (Berserker) with Legendary Focus Core is the benchmark. Everything else is measured against it.
• seasonal leagues builds are gaining ground as players find new synergies.
• Youga (Summoner) remains essential for learning hard content.

What's underrated:

• Gemma (Spellcaster) is consistently overlooked despite being the most flexible option.
• Pact Ember offers excellent performance for its investment level.

What's overhyped:

• Pure Iris (Gunslinger) builds. High ceiling but the consistency isn't there for most players.

Quick Picks by Situation

For full build guides, see Torchlight Infinite builds. For progression help, check the walkthrough.