The Strongest Battlegrounds Guide 2026
Complete Strongest Battlegrounds tier list and guide for January 2026. Best characters ranked, combos, beginner tips, and fighting strategies.
The Strongest Battlegrounds has become one of Roblox’s most popular anime fighting games, inspired by One Punch Man! With 10+ billion visits, this game offers intense PvP combat with iconic characters. This guide covers everything you need to dominate the battlegrounds.
🏆 Character Tier List (January 2026)
S-Tier (Best in Game)
| Character | Anime | Why S-Tier |
|---|---|---|
| The Strongest Hero (Saitama) | One Punch Man | Best free character, balanced stats, fast M1s, devastating Serious Mode ultimate |
| Hero Hunter (Garou) | One Punch Man | High burst damage, excellent counterattacks, punishes aggressive players |
| Cosmic Fear (Garou Cosmic) | One Punch Man | Premium variant with enhanced abilities |
A-Tier (Excellent Choices)
| Character | Anime | Strengths |
|---|---|---|
| Destructive Cyborg (Genos) | One Punch Man | Great zoning, ranged pressure, spacing control |
| Martial Artist (Suiryu) | One Punch Man | Fast animations, knockback combos |
| Blade Master (Atomic Samurai) | One Punch Man | Strong mobility, high skill ceiling |
| Deadly Ninja (Sonic) | One Punch Man | Hit-and-run, high mobility |
| Sorcerer | One Punch Man | Private server exclusive |
B-Tier (Solid Options)
| Character | Notes |
|---|---|
| Tank Top Master | Tanky, good for beginners |
| Metal Bat | Fighting Spirit mechanic |
| Superalloy Darkshine | Defense-focused |
| Child Emperor | Gadget-based attacks |
C-Tier (Situational)
| Character | Notes |
|---|---|
| King | Luck-based abilities |
| Mumen Rider | Fun but weak |
| Puri-Puri Prisoner | Limited viability |
⚔️ Best Combos
Saitama (The Strongest Hero) Combos
Basic Combo:
- M1 x3 → Serious Punch → M1 x2 → Dash
Advanced Combo:
- M1 x4 → Consecutive Normal Punches → Serious Punch
Ultimate Combo (Serious Mode):
- Activate Serious Mode → M1 spam → Serious Series: Serious Punch
Garou (Hero Hunter) Combos
Counter Combo:
- Wait for opponent attack → Counter → M1 x3 → Fist Rush
Aggressive Combo:
- M1 x4 → Water Stream Rock Smashing Fist → M1 x2
Genos (Destructive Cyborg) Combos
Zoning Combo:
- Incinerate → Dash back → Machine Gun Blows → Incinerate
🎮 Beginner Tips
1. Start with Saitama
- Best free character for learning
- Simple combos that scale with skill
- Forgiving hitboxes and timing
2. Master M1 Chains
- M1 attacks are your bread and butter
- Learn the rhythm of M1 chains
- Don’t button mash - time your hits
3. Learn to Block
- Blocking is essential for survival
- Block aggressive opponents, then counter
- Unblock to bait attacks
4. Watch Your Stamina
- Dashing and abilities use stamina
- Don’t spam dashes
- Recover stamina before engaging
5. Position Matters
- Use the arena to your advantage
- Corner opponents for combos
- Keep distance against rushdown characters
🔓 How to Unlock Characters
Free Characters
Most characters are unlocked by default:
- The Strongest Hero (Saitama)
- Hero Hunter (Garou)
- Destructive Cyborg (Genos)
- Martial Artist (Suiryu)
- Deadly Ninja (Sonic)
- And more…
Premium Characters
- Cosmic Fear Garou - Gamepass
- Sorcerer - Private Server+ Gamepass only
- Special variants - Event exclusives
Event Characters
- Watch for limited-time events
- Complete event challenges for unlocks
- Some characters rotate seasonally
💪 Fighting Strategies
Aggressive Play
- Best for: Saitama, Garou, Metal Bat
- Rush opponents, maintain pressure
- Use M1 chains into ability cancels
- Risk: Punishable if blocked
Defensive/Counter Play
- Best for: Garou, Genos
- Wait for opponent to attack
- Block → Counter → Combo
- Risk: Timeout losses
Hit-and-Run
- Best for: Sonic, Blade Master
- Quick attacks → Dash out
- Chip damage adds up
- Risk: Requires high mobility skill
Zoning
- Best for: Genos, Child Emperor
- Keep distance, use ranged attacks
- Control space, punish approaches
- Risk: Vulnerable when cornered
❓ FAQ
What’s the best character for beginners?
Saitama (The Strongest Hero) - Free, easy to learn, powerful ultimate, forgiving combos.
How do I get better at combos?
Practice M1 chains first. Learn the timing between hits. Then add abilities to extend combos.
Is this game pay-to-win?
No! Free characters like Saitama and Garou are S-tier. Premium characters offer variety, not advantages.
How do I counter rushdown players?
Block their attacks, wait for the combo to end, then counter with your own combo.
Related Guides
- Strongest Battlegrounds Codes → - Free rewards
- Best Fighting Games - Similar games
- Best Anime Games - More anime Roblox games
Last Updated: January 3, 2026
