Average of 13 lists from Beginner players. Tiers compare characters with each other: S is what this band rates clearly highest, D clearly lowest. The number is the real average score (S = 5, D = 1). Ranks are self-reported unless proven.
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition · Patch 2026-11
Pro tier lists tell you what wins at the top. This one shows how players at your level rate the cast, voted by the community and split by rank.
Pick your rank
Tell us where you play, from Under 900 Elo to 2100+ Elo.
Rank the roster
Place every character from S to D. Takes about two minutes.
Compare by rank
See how Beginner and Elite players disagree about the same cast.
Average of 13 lists from Beginner players. Tiers compare characters with each other: S is what this band rates clearly highest, D clearly lowest. The number is the real average score (S = 5, D = 1). Ranks are self-reported unless proven.