Stupid Never Dies Tier List — Best Styles Ranked (2026)

Pre-Release Estimate11 Styles

This tier list ranks all 11 known Styles in Stupid Never Dies based on official pre-release information, gameplay trailers, and ability descriptions. These rankings are estimates and will be updated after the Fall 2026 launch.

SS Tier — Overpowered4 Styles

Werewolf Style

Speed-Based Melee

A speed-focused form that attacks with claws and legs. Davy grows fur and claws, gaining beastlike agility and rapid attack capabilities.

Claw-based rapid melee attacks with leg kicksUppercut launcher that sends enemies airborne+2 more

Tier S

Will-o'-the-Wisp Style

Ethereal Evasion

A unique form that transforms Davy's body into a corporeal, ethereal state, allowing him to phase through attacks.

Ethereal body — avoids many physical attacks inherentlyPurple fireball projectiles that split into multiple smaller projectiles+2 more

Tier S

Snow Fairy Style

Ice Sword — Freeze & Shard

A graceful form that wields an ice sword. Davy takes on a fairy-like appearance with frost-themed abilities.

Ice sword melee combat with freezing propertiesFreeze enemies solid on hit+2 more

Tier S

Demon Style

Whip & Gravity Control

A demonic form that wields a whip and can control gravity to manipulate the battlefield.

Whip-based combat for mid-range harassmentGravity control — round up enemies and shove rocks into the gathered group+1 more

Tier S

AA Tier — Strong5 Styles

Harpy Style

Aerial Ranged Combat

A flying form that excels at ranged combat and aerial mobility. Davy takes on harpy characteristics with wings for sustained flight.

Flight-based movement for superior positioningPrimarily projectile-based ranged attacks+2 more

Tier A

Golem Style

Heavy Tank — AoE Specialist

A massive, tanky form built for crowd control. Davy transforms into a rock-like behemoth capable of taking on multiple enemies at once.

Large-area attacks that hit multiple enemies simultaneouslyRoll into a ball and ram into enemies at high speed+1 more

Tier A

Vampire Style

Mid-Range Life Steal

A stylish form that specializes in mid-range combat using swarms of bats. Davy gains vampire aesthetics with a focus on sustain.

Bat swarm attacks for mid-range engagementRed AoE zone around Davy indicating effective range+2 more

Tier A

Merfolk Style

Surf & Submerge — Mobility Master

A water-based form that can dive into the ground as if it were water and summon massive waves.

Dive into the ground like water — emerge to attack from belowSummon a huge water wave wall that attacks from the front+1 more

Tier A

Lich Style

Necromancy — Scythe & Skeletons

An undead spellcaster form that wields a scythe and can raise fallen enemies as skeleton allies.

Scythe attacks with close-to-mid range coverageDrop a skeleton head projectile on enemies+2 more

Tier A

BB Tier — Balanced2 Styles

Zombie Style

Default — Always Available

Davy's base form. A timid, weak zombie who's never fought before. This form uses basic unarmed melee combat with light and heavy attack strings.

Basic unarmed melee strings (light & heavy attacks)Bite enemies to consume monster cores and gain new Styles during a run

Tier B

Cyclops Style

Brute Force — Giant Club

A large-bodied form that wields a gigantic rock club, focusing on devastating single hits and knockback.

Massive rock club swings with huge hitboxesSends enemies flying with powerful knockback attacks+1 more

Tier B

Pre-Release Disclaimer

This tier list is based on pre-release information available before the Fall 2026 launch. Actual performance may vary. We will update rankings with real gameplay data and community feedback after release.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tier list official?

No. This tier list is based on pre-release information, gameplay trailers, and official descriptions. Tiers are estimates and will be updated after the game launches in Fall 2026.

Will the tier list change after launch?

Yes. Once Stupid Never Dies releases, we will update the tier list with real gameplay data, community feedback, and patch notes.

What criteria are used for ranking?

Styles are ranked by their overall combat effectiveness, versatility, crowd control, mobility, sustain, and potential in different scenarios. S-tier styles excel in most situations while C-tier styles are more niche.

Can I use lower-tier styles effectively?

Absolutely. Every Style in Stupid Never Dies is viable. Tier lists reflect general power level, but personal playstyle and situation matter more. Experiment with all Styles!