Now that Mortal Kombat 11 is available to the masses, fans of the fighting game are figuring out their favorite characters and the best fighters for competitive play. Some Mortal Kombat 11 fans may be wondering which character they should try to master first, and luckily, there are multiple tier lists floating around online that reveal the best overall characters for competitive play.

Taking these previously made tier lists into account with our own opinion after having played Mortal Kombat 11 extensively, we've created a Mortal Kombat 11 tier list that should highlight the best characters for competitive play. However, we caution that there is some subjectivity when it comes to fighting game tier lists, and personal skill will almost always play the biggest factor when trying to win competitive Mortal Kombat 11 matches online.

With that in mind, here is our Mortal Kombat 11 tier list:

mortal kombat 11 tier list

S Tier

  • Erron Black
  • Raiden
  • Scorpion

A Tier

  • Geras
  • Kabal
  • The Kollector
  • Noob Saibot
  • Shao Kahn

B Tier

  • Cetrion
  • Frost
  • Jax
  • Johnny Cage
  • Kano
  • Kung Lao
  • Sub-Zero

C Tier

  • D'Vorah
  • Jacqui Briggs
  • Jade
  • Kotal Kahn
  • Liu Kang
  • Sonya Blade

D Tier

  • Baraka
  • Skarlet

E Tier

  • Cassie Cage
  • Kitana
mortal kombat 11 tier list reveals best characters for competitive play

Again, the Mortal Kombat 11 tier list is somewhat subjective, but the above list seems to be the general consensus. However, it's quite possible that the Mortal Kombat 11 tier list will change dramatically in the coming weeks and months as the game is featured in tournaments and professional fighting game players have a chance to put it to the test in a truly competitive setting.

Something else that may impact the Mortal Kombat 11 tier list is the introduction of MK11 DLC characters like Shang Tsung, as well as updates to the game by NetherRealm. NetherRealm could take steps to nerf certain characters or moves, or conversely, buff them to make them stronger. Re-balancing the game is almost a guarantee as NetherRealm continues to tweak it with patches and updates.

Ultimately, we recommend Mortal Kombat 11 players select whatever character they want from the MK11 roster to master, but they stand the best chance at being competitive online if they stick to characters near the top of the tier list.

Mortal Kombat 11 is out now for PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.

Source: AllGamers, Prima Games, RankedBoost