DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is an amazing fighting game that has developed well over the years. Here’s a comprehensive tier list, updated as of 2023, to help you find the best character in the game. You’ll need to unlock them all first!
We’ve got another tier list, what we call the “simplified tier list” also included below. If you’re just looking for what’s the best character to play in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 or just the generalized best, check out that section. If you’re looking for the in-depth form by form tier list, that’s right below.
In-Depth Form by Form Tier List
S Tier
Gogeta (Super Saiyan 4, Super Saiyan Blue)
Hit
Vegito (Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan Blue)
A Tier
Bardock (Super Saiyan 3)
Broly (Legendary Super Saiyan, Super Saiyan)
Gogeta (Super Saiyan)
Goku (Ultra Instinct, Super Saiyan Blue, Super Saiyan God, Super Saiyan 4, Super Saiyan 3)
Vegeta (Super Saiyan Blue, Super Saiyan God, Super Saiyan 4, Super Saiyan)
B Tier
Cell (Perfect, Supervillain)
Cooler (Final Form)
Future Gohan
Future Trunks (DB Super)
Future Trunks (DBZ Version)
Golden Frieza
Golden Frieza (Supervillain)
Toppo
Zamasu
C Tier
Android 17
Android 18
Android 21
Burter
Cabba
Cell (First Form, Full Power)
Cell Jr.
Cooler (Fourth Form)
Dodoria
Frieza (First Form, Final Form, Full Power)
Frost
Ginyu
Gohan (Adult, Teen)
Guldo
Jeice
Kid Gohan
Krillin
Majuub
Nail
Piccolo
Pikkon
Recoome
Tien
Zarbon
D Tier
Broly (Base)
Goten (Kid)
Great Saiyaman
Great Saiyaman 2 (Great Saiyawoman)
Janemba (Base, Supervillain)
Kid Buu (Base, Supervillain)
Majin Buu
Majin Vegeta
Nappa
Omega Shenron (Base, Supervillain)
Raditz
Ribrianne
Saibaman
Slug
Super 17 (Android)
Super Baby 2
Super Buu
Turles
Vegeta (Base)
Yamcha (Base, Supervillain)
F Tier
Hercule
Jaco
Simplified Tier List
Here are the major notable characters and why they’re in each tier.
S Tier
Hit: Known for his high speed and power, effective melee attacks, and time-skip abilities.
Gogeta (SS4 and SSGSS): Both forms offer high damage output and powerful moves.
Vegito (SSGSS): This form provides well-rounded stats and powerful moves.
A Tier
Goku (Ultra Instinct, SSGSS, SSG, SS4): These forms provide versatility with high damage output and powerful moves.
Vegeta (SSGSS, SSG, SS4): Like Goku, Vegeta’s mentioned forms offer flexibility and high damage in battles.
Broly (Legendary Super Saiyan): This robust form has high health and strength.
B Tier
Future Trunks (DB Super): Has good speed and decent combos.
Golden Frieza: Offers good range and powerful Ki blasts, but lacks melee combat.
Cooler (Final Form): Strong and durable with good melee attacks.
C Tier
Piccolo: Good for beginners due to his balanced stats, but lacks the high damage output of other characters.
Gohan (Adult): Good speed, but lower damage output.
Krillin: Good combo potential, but lacks in power and reach.
Hercule Tier
Yamcha: Fast but lacks power.
Hercule: Mostly for comedic value, lacks in power and speed.
Saibaman: Low stats overall, but can be fun for a challenge.
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