Kaiju No. 8: The Game is a newly released turn-based RPG (launched globally on August 31, 2025 JST) featuring characters from the Kaiju No. 8 anime/manga series. Players build squads to battle Kaiju, with characters categorized by roles like Striker (DPS), Defender (Tank), and Supporter (Buffer/Healer). This tier list compiles early meta rankings from launch guides, focusing on overall performance in PvE content like story progression, boss fights, and general utility. Since the game is brand new, these rankings are based on day-one analyses and may evolve with updates, balances, and player testing.
Tiers are averaged from multiple sources, prioritizing detailed guides. SS-tier represents must-pull meta characters for damage and versatility; lower tiers are situational or early-game viable. Characters often have variants (e.g., titles like “Fortitude 9.8”), and rarities (5★ are top). Reroll recommendations emphasize Reno Ichikawa as the top priority due to his banner exclusivity and strong kit.
Character Tier List
| Tier | Characters | Notes/Roles |
|---|---|---|
| SS (Meta/Top Priority) | Reno Ichikawa (The Compatible User), Kaiju No. 8 (Fortitude 9.8), Gen Narumi (Japan’s Strongest Combatant) | Reno: Striker with Freeze debuff, SP recovery, and ice damage scaling—top reroll target, banner-exclusive. Kaiju No. 8: High-damage Striker with permanent buffs and instant kills on low-HP foes. Gen: Versatile Striker with Slash/Ranged attacks for breaking resistances, great for mobs and bosses. |
| S (Strong/Recommended) | Kikoru Shinomiya, Mina Ashiro, Soshiro Hoshina, Isao Shinomiya | Kikoru: Striker with ATK/CRIT buffs and defense debuffs. Mina: Striker/Supporter with guaranteed crits and Giant Kaiju bonuses. Soshiro: Striker effective vs. small Kaiju, high crit rate. Isao: Only 5★ Defender, provides shields and squad-wide damage boosts—solid long-term tank. |
| A (Viable/Good) | Rin Shinonome, Akari Minase, Ryo Ikaruga, Kafka Hibino, Eiji Hasegawa, Kota Tachibana, Aoi Kaguragi, Tae Nakanoshima, Keiji Itami | Rin: AoE Striker with bonus damage per hit and Ultimate recharge on kills. Akari: Supporter with HP recovery and Ultimate gauge boosts. Ryo: Buffer with ATK/speed increases, stronger when ascended. Kafka: Balanced early-game option. Others: Solid backups for team comps, especially in mixed roles. |
| B (Average/Situational) | Iharu Furhashi, Haruichi Izumo, Sagan Shinomiya | Niche picks for specific scenarios; useful for beginners but outclassed by higher tiers in progression. |
Key Notes:
- Reroll Advice: Aim for Reno Ichikawa first (from his pickup banner), then Kaiju No. 8 or Gen Narumi from standard gacha. Use the free 5★ selector wisely for missing roles like a Defender (e.g., Isao).
- Team Building: Focus on a mix of Strikers for DPS, one Defender for protection, and Supporters for buffs. Versatility (e.g., handling different Kaiju sizes/resistances) is key in rankings.
