Totally Accurate Battle Simulator is Landfall's physics battle game, released in full on 1 April 2021 after two years in Early Access. You spend a gold budget on wobblers from 14 factions, place them on a battlefield, and then hand the whole thing over to an active ragdoll simulation that decides the outcome. A Halfling costs 50 gold and a Da Vinci Tank costs 4,000, and the interesting question is almost never which unit is better but which unit is better per gold against the army already sitting on the other side of the field.
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribal | A | Balanced | Halfling | Yes |
| Farmer | A | Balanced | Hoplite | Yes |
| Ancient | A | Balanced | Musketeer | Yes |
| Dynasty | A | Balanced | Ballista | Yes |
| Renaissance | A | Balanced | Da Vinci Tank | Yes |
New player? Start with Farmer. See our beginner's guide for why.
Tribal
Tribal is a strong option in Totally Accurate Battle Simulator.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Halfling |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Gold budget placement |
Strengths
- Highest overall performance across all content types
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Halfling
Weaknesses
- Popular choice, competition for resources
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in The Introduction to learn Tribal-specific mechanics
- Focus on Gold budget placement. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Halfling as your first major upgrade
- See our full Tribal build guide for the optimal gear progression
Farmer
Farmer is a strong option in Totally Accurate Battle Simulator.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Hoplite |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Active ragdoll physics |
Strengths
- Most versatile, adapts to any situation
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Hoplite
Weaknesses
- Lower peak damage than S-tier options
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in The Introduction to learn Farmer-specific mechanics
- Focus on Active ragdoll physics. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Hoplite as your first major upgrade
- See our full Farmer build guide for the optimal gear progression
Ancient
Ancient is a strong option in Totally Accurate Battle Simulator.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Musketeer |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Faction unlocks and campaigns |
Strengths
- Best survivability for learning hard content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Musketeer
Weaknesses
- Slower progression speed
- Needs specific gear to reach full potential
Recommended Progression
- Start in The Introduction to learn Ancient-specific mechanics
- Focus on Faction unlocks and campaigns. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Musketeer as your first major upgrade
- See our full Ancient build guide for the optimal gear progression
Dynasty
Dynasty is a strong option in Totally Accurate Battle Simulator.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Ballista |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Unit possession |
Strengths
- Excellent in group and cooperative content
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Ballista
Weaknesses
- Less effective solo
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in The Introduction to learn Dynasty-specific mechanics
- Focus on Unit possession. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Ballista as your first major upgrade
- See our full Dynasty build guide for the optimal gear progression
Renaissance
Renaissance is a strong option in Totally Accurate Battle Simulator.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Playstyle | Balanced approach |
| Best Equipment | Da Vinci Tank |
| Stat Priority | Balanced stats |
| Core Gear | Best available |
| Key Mechanic | Unit Creator and Workshop |
Strengths
- Highest skill ceiling with unique mechanics
- Solid all-around choice
- Pairs well with Da Vinci Tank
Weaknesses
- Steep learning curve, punishing mistakes
- Requires deep game knowledge to use effectively
Recommended Progression
- Start in The Introduction to learn Renaissance-specific mechanics
- Focus on Unit Creator and Workshop. It's this build's primary system
- Prioritize Da Vinci Tank as your first major upgrade
- See our full Renaissance build guide for the optimal gear progression
Which Build Should You Pick?
For Beginners
Farmer 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
Tribal is the top pick once you understand the game's mechanics. Pair it with Halfling for the strongest overall setup.
For a Challenge
Renaissance 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
Dynasty shines in cooperative content with utility and team support capabilities.
More Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Guides
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Overview
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Best Builds
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Tier List
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Walkthrough
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Beginner's Guide
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Tips & Tricks
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Weapons Guide
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Combat Guide
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Boss Guide
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Maps & Locations
- Totally Accurate Battle Simulator Crafting Guide
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