Stepping into the vibrant, block-filled world of Trove for the first time can feel simultaneously exhilarating and overwhelming. Over the last few years the meta has shifted — new class gems, empowered gem lines, and balance nudges keep the “best” list moving — but some truths stick: certain classes perform consistently well across Delves, Shadow Tower and topside farm.
This Trove’s Classes tier list guide bring you the most accurate class rankings for the 2025 Trove meta. it’s More than just a simple ranking, this Trove guide will help you understand not just which classes perform well, but why they excel and how they might fit your personal playstyle.
Trove’s Classes Tier List for 2025
S-Tier Classes: The Legends of Trove
S-tier classes are the ones you’ll regularly find in endgame runs and carry playlists. They either excel at boss single-target damage, room-clearing efficiency, or both. If your objective is to carry groups, farm quickly, or push Shadow Tower, these are the safest investments.
Boomeranger
Boomeranger has long been a poster child for flexible, high single-target DPS with strong sustained and burst windows; it consistently shows up on top lists for bosses and Delve clears. Players praise it for precision and raw numbers when geared.
- Boomeranger = boss carry; aim for crit + PD builds and the explosive empowered gems.
Solarion
Solarion made the S list because its pillar/DoT + ultimate synergy allows sustained, safe damage windows that are very Delve-friendly.
- Solarion = pre-place pillars, sustain ultimate; great for long boss windows.
Shadow Hunter and Neon Ninja
Shadow Hunter and Neon Ninja are often called out on speed & farm threads because they combine reach/mobility with high per-hit value; they’re both favorites for players who want consistent geode/hr and top-tier topside speed.
- SH = sniper-style precision & range; Neon = mobility + burst windows.
Lunar Lancer
Lunar Lancer retains S-tier status for many players because of its blindingly fast clears and strong DPS when spec’d properly — an old favourite for route runners and fast Delve clears.
A-Tier Classes
A-tier classes are great choices: they’re powerful and often top-tier in the right hands or with a good class gem. They may require a bit more investment or be slightly less forgiving.
Ice Sage
Ice Sage, historically a phenomenal room-clearer with long-range frost control, still sits high in the meta for many group-clear builds though patching can change its feel.
- Ice Sage = room control + AoE clear; excellent for group play when you like pattern control.
Dracolyte and Dino Tamer
Dracolyte and Dino Tamer often appear high in DPS discussions because of the strength of their sustained and burst toolkit — if balanced with the right gems they’re top damage dealers, but they can be more gear-hungry to reach their ceiling.
- Dracolyte/Dino = high PR payoff; invest in class-gem + PD/crit.
Gunslinger and Vanguardian
Gunslinger and Vanguardian fit here as they bring dependable DPS and good utility — their ceiling is high but not quite as universal as S-tier picks. Vanguardian in particular mixes defense & damage well when built hybrid.
- Gunslinger = ranged DPS; Vanguardian = brawler utility + tank hybrid options.
B-Tier Classes: Solid But Specialized
B-tier classes excel in specific roles: summoners, tanks, or unique utility sets. They’re often indispensable in groups but less likely to vault leaderboards solo without perfect synergy.
Tomb Raiser
Tomb Raiser is a top minion class — its minions let you sit back and command packs. In the right set-up it’s an absolute farm and Delve machine, but it doesn’t scale the same way pure DPS classes do on boss single-target phases.
- Tomb Raiser = minion economy; best for indirect control and sustained clears.
Pirate Captain and Revenant
Pirate Captain and Revenant are reliable in niche roles: Pirate Captain’s turrets and decoys give sustained AoE and control; Revenant often serves as a durable hybrid/tank that can still dish decent damage in the right build. These classes are beloved for playstyle even if they don’t always top raw DPS tables.
- Pirate = turret control; Revenant = tanky DPS/hybrid.
Candy Barbarian
Candy Barbarian is a delight for pure melee brawlers and is serviceable in many content types, but community conversations often place it lower for raw PR carry unless specially built. Still, it’s a fine choice for players who love smashy, face-first gameplay.
- Candy Barb = direct melee fun; less carry by default.
C-Tier Classes: The Niche Specialists
C-tier classes are usually very fun and can dominate in specific setups (support, niche farming, or solo content) but are more situational in value.
Bard, Chloromancer and Fae Trickster: are notable examples: Bard offers party buffs and canned heals but less raw damage; Chloromancer is a tactical poison/DoT class; Fae Trickster is elusive and bursty but requires careful play and can struggle against certain Delve mechanics.
- Bard = party utility; Chloromancer = DoT control; Fae = high-skill burst play.
These classes often shine in curated builds or when their empowered gem & class gem combo is perfect; they’re also fantastic for players who value a different gameplay loop than raw leaderboard domination.
Best Solo, PvP, Farming Classes
While overall tier lists provide a good starting point, many classes excel in specific types of content. Here’s how the classes stack up for specialized playstyles in the 2025 meta:
Best Solo Classes
- S-Tier: Shadow Hunter, Solarion, Neon Ninja
- A-Tier: Candy Barbarian, Tomb Raiser, Dino Tamer, Revenant, Lunar Lancer
Solo play demands self-sufficiency above all else. The best solo classes combine strong damage with survivability tools that let them handle any situation alone. Shadow Hunter’s crowd control and range, Solarion’s raw power, and Neon Ninja’s mobility make them exceptional for solo adventures.
Best PvP Classes
PvP emphasizes burst damage, crowd control, and survivability. These classes offer the perfect blend of these attributes, with Shadow Hunter’s snares, Neon Ninja’s stealth, and Candy Barbarian’s durability making them particularly potent in player-versus-player encounters.
Best Farming Classes
Farming requires speed and area damage to clear content quickly. These classes excel at moving rapidly between packs while dispatching them with minimal downtime, making them ideal for resource gathering and currency farming.
Final Thoughts
Trove’s classes are less about labels and more about voice. You can follow a tier list and do well, or you can pick the class that sings to you and make it sing well. The best players learn one class deeply, understand how gems and rings alter it, and then surf meta changes rather than chase them.
For new players, I recommend starting with the Candy Barbarian for its survivability. he offer straightforward mechanics that help you learn the game while remaining relevant in the endgame.
For veterans looking to maximize efficiency, the Solarion and Neon Ninja represent the current pinnacle of damage and speed for their respective playstyles .
No matter which path you choose, what matters most is that you find a class that makes your journey through Trove’s blocky landscapes memorable. The meta will shift with future updates, but a class you genuinely enjoy playing will never go out of style.