Ragnarok: The New World has launched globally on PC and mobile devices. Players can choose between eight distinct base classes, which evolve into advanced jobs as you progress. Your first job selection becomes available once you hit level 10.
S-Tier: Top Choices
- Gunslinger: Currently the most powerful choice for many, offering high burst DPS and effective AOE attacks to handle groups of enemies.
- Swordsman: A beginner-friendly option that balances attack, defense, and combos. It transitions into the Knight job, making it a reliable pick for most players.
- Druid: A complex, high-skill class that switches between melee, ranged, and magic roles. While it requires mastery, it is highly effective in both PvE and PvP.
A-Tier: Solid Alternatives
- Mage: Excellent for rapid map clearing due to strong AOE abilities, though you will need to manage your defense carefully to survive.
- Archer: A standard ranged class that uses traps and offensive abilities. The Hunter advancement helps speed up the leveling process.
- Acolyte: The essential support class. While less offensive on its own, it is highly valuable in group content, especially after unlocking the Priest job.
B-Tier: Niche Options
- Thief: Best suited for solo PvP due to high critical and burst damage. It struggles significantly with PvE content and gear dependency.
- Merchant: Focused on trading and economic benefits. This class is generally slower to level and is recommended only for those specifically invested in the game's market system.
Source: Reported by Destructoid.