Character Mastery

The Game-Level Methodology

This is an empirical, mathematically rigorous tier list calculated using OpenSkill Bayesian Inference. To eliminate statistical noise and amateur skew, this list is generated using strict data filters:

• Offline Only: Wi-Fi tournaments are excluded to prevent input-delay skewing.
• Top 40% Skill Filter: Matchups are only counted if both players rank in the Top 40% of their respective regional ponds, preventing beginner matches from dragging down highly technical characters.
• Game-Level Granularity: Matchups are calculated game-by-game to accurately capture counter-picks and mid-set character switches.
• No Mirror Matches: Dittos are mathematically discarded.

* Note: Because characters do not choose their pilots, this data is subject to Pilot Bias. A character's rating is heavily influenced by the skill of the players who choose to main them.