Wuthering Waves Tier List (July 2025)

If you’re looking for the most updated Wuthering Waves tier list, you’ve come to the right place. This guide ranks all current characters based on their performance, synergy, and role in both PvE and endgame content.

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Understanding the Wuthering Waves Tier List

The Wuthering Waves tier list is designed to help you prioritize which characters to invest in. Whether you’re a new player or a veteran aiming for optimal team comps, this list evaluates the overall strength of each Resonator based on:

Damage potential
Utility/support capabilities
Flexibility in multiple team setups
Performance in late-game and boss content

Tier rankings range from S+ (meta-defining) to B (viable but niche). Let’s break it down.

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Full Wuthering Waves Tier List (July 2025)

This Wuthering Waves tier list ranks characters purely based on their overall power and versatility — not influenced by temporary endgame buffs. Characters are placed in tiers according to how well they perform across various content types, including general exploration, boss fights, and synergy in team comps.

Tier	Characters
SS Tier (Top Meta)	Verina, Jinhsi, Zhezhi, Shorekeeper, Camellya, Carlotta, Phoebe, Brant, Zani, Ciaccona, Cartethyia
S Tier (Strong Core Picks)	Jiyan, Yinlin, Changli, Xiangli Yao, Roccia, Lupa, Sanhua
A Tier (Solid Options)	Calcharo, Encore, Rover (Spectro), Rover (Havoc), Cantarella, Rover (Aero), Mortefi, Danjin
B Tier (Usable with Limitations)	Jianxin, Aalto, Yuanwu, Chixia, Baizhi, Youhu, Lumi
C Tier (Low Impact/Niche)	Lingyang, Yangyang, Taoqi

These rankings reflect the current meta of the Wuthering Waves tier list as of July 2025 and are subject to change with future updates and balance adjustments.

Wuthering Waves Tier List by Role (Main DPS, Sub-DPS, Support)

This updated Wuthering Waves tier list categorizes characters not only by their overall strength but also by their primary roles in combat. Main DPS, Sub-DPS, and Support. Use this as a guide to build more effective and synergized teams.

Tier	Main DPS	Sub-DPS	Support
SS Tier (Top Meta)	Jinhsi, Camellya, Carlotta	Brant, Zani, Cartethyia	Phoebe
S Tier (High Impact)	Jiyan, Changli	Zhezhi, Xiangli Yao	–
A Tier (Reliable Choices)	Calcharo, Encore, Rover (Spectro), Rover (Havoc), Danjin	–	–
B Tier (Below Average)	Chixia	–	–
C Tier (Niche or Outclassed)	Lingyang	Aalto	–

Latest Wuthering Waves Tier List Updates (Ver. 2.4 – Phase 1)

Last Updated: July 3, 2025

Character	Tier Change	Role(s)	Update Summary
Lupa	NEW → S Tier (Overall & Sub-DPS)	Sub-DPS	– Introduced as the top-tier Fusion DMG enabler, especially for Mono-Fusion teams with Brant and Changli.- Although her own damage is average, her Fusion DMG Bonus and Fusion RES shred bring immense value.- Best used in Mono-Fusion setups; in mixed teams, her effectiveness drops unless at S3.- Functions as a strong final piece for Fusion-focused teams.
Brant	S → SS Tier (Overall & Main DPS)	Main DPS / Sub-DPS	– Promoted after further analysis proved Brant’s high utility and versatility.- Offers powerful damage, healing, and excellent air combat.- Lupa’s release further boosts Brant’s importance in team compositions.
Cartethyia	NEW → SS Tier (Overall & Main DPS)	Main DPS	– Recognized as one of the strongest DPS characters, and the top pick for Aero Attribute.- Capable of carrying teams solo, but excels in Aero Erosion teams with Ciaccona and Rover (Aero).- Dominant damage output right from her release.
Ciaccona	S → SS Tier (Overall & Sub-DPS)	Sub-DPS	– Now perfectly fits into Cartethyia’s Aero Erosion team.- Still useful in other teams like Zani’s and Phoebe’s, but synergy with Cartethyia cements her SS-tier status.- Excellent team flexibility and top-tier support scaling.
Rover (Aero)	B → A Tier (Overall & Support)	Support	– Gained value as Cartethyia’s core support, offering healing and consistent damage.- A well-rounded support unit but lacks the ability to apply Aero Erosion, which limits full synergy.- Solid choice, especially for free-to-play players seeking a reliable Aero support.

Wuthering Waves Tier List Criteria & Ranking Breakdown

Each character in this Wuthering Waves tier list is ranked based on their overall performance, team synergy, and impact in current endgame content, including Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes. Here’s what each tier means:

Tier	Explanation
SS Tier	Characters in the SS tier are the absolute best in their respective roles. If you want to strengthen your team significantly, these should be your top priority pulls. Their performance is exceptional across all types of content, especially in the current meta.
S Tier	Just a step below SS, S-tier characters are still incredibly strong and highly viable. In many cases, they can serve as substitutes for SS-tier characters, particularly if supported with the right gear or team setup.
A Tier	A-tier characters are decent picks that can hold their own in most scenarios. While they don’t offer the same power ceiling as S or SS characters, they’re still useful and reliable, especially for players without access to top-tier units.
B Tier	These characters tend to be more situational or serve niche purposes. They might be used as placeholders until you unlock better options or when a specific team composition calls for them. Use with careful consideration.
C Tier	C-tier units are currently underperforming compared to the rest of the roster. They are generally outclassed in every role and are not recommended unless you’re experimenting or have no better alternatives. Resources are best spent elsewhere for now.

Note: Rankings reflect how each character performs under the latest buffs and mechanics featured in Tower of Adversity and Whimpering Wastes, ensuring the tier list stays relevant to current endgame conditions.