Mongil Star Dive characters tier list (Launch) (April 2026)

Mongil Star Dive is now out globally, and there’s a host of characters you can obtain. The global launch has added to the list of available options, and not all fo them are built the same. Some characters are extremely strong, while the rest might be in the middle of the pack.

This guide will help you figure out how your current collection of characters is impactful in terms of the meta and whether you should reroll or not.

Complete Mongil Star Dive characters tier list

In Mongil Star Dive, characters have either 4-star or 5-star rarity. The latter are the rarer characters to get, but there are some common characters who appear to be quite strong. To separate them, I have used four distinct tiers.

• S-tier characters are overpowered in the current meta, and they should be the base for building your squad.
• A-tier characters are decent choices to consider since you can’t build a team full of S-tier.
• B-tier characters can work well, but you’ll need to invest resources in them. The usage scenario for some of them is rather niche.
• C-toer characters work if you’re just starting out, but you should replace them as quickly as possible.

S-tier

Character	Element	Reason
Esther	Wind	One of the best assassins in the game. Creates a smokescreen that stops the enemy from targeting. Enhanced attacks can multi-hit enemies. Has multiple avenues of dishing out substantial damage. Her kit is easy to manage as the Support skill ahs auto-trigger when an ally takes damage.
Jiwon	Wind	One of the best supports in the game. Works well with Esther and forms a great pair. Enhances Wind-element allies and their overall influence. Reduces stamina cost and buffs Wind damage. Her attacks improve the strength of her buffs.
Flare	Fire	Fire-based destroyer who can apply debuffs on enemies. A hybrid who also buffs other Fire DPS characters. Her kits offer good AoE potential.
Gabi	Earth	Earth is one of the best characters when it comes to taking down bosses. Uses a combo of Basic attacks and skills to eliminate enemies. Can take advantage of the special attacks of enemies to boost her own damage.

A-tier

Character	Element	Reason
Francis	Earth	4* character, who is easier to obtain and upgrade. Extremely versatile supporter who can fill different roles. Ability to power up tag-in partner with buffs.
Penny	Lightning	Uses Special skills to power up. Crit Rate scales up damage from lightning. Utilizes range to poke enemies from a distance.
Ophelia	Ice	The best DPS unit from the Ice element. Has the ability to buff her own moves, which raises the Crit Rate. She can use Special Skill inputs to sustain the buffs.

B-tier

Character	Element	Reason
Snagun	Wind
Ellie	Earth	Managing this character is difficult as she prefers remaining off the field. Her entire strength is to tag in and use the Neutralization buff.
Benjamin	Lightning	Offers a fantastic Support Skill that creates an AoE tag-in whenever you use a Special Skill. The cooldown of his Support Skill is an issue, and he doesn’t offer much elsewhere.
Yeownhwa	Lightning	Has AoE abilities that can clear multiple enemies. Can operate as a sub-DPS but requires a lot of investment. Base cooldown of key abilities is too high.
Cloud	Ice	Focuses on building Ice Crystals and deals AoE damage while staggering enemies. Does well once you invest more resources to build him up.
Angel	Fire	Decent AoE damage dealer who can operate as a secondary DPS character. Great at clearing weak enemies. She can buff the moves of other Fire-DMG allies. Extremely weak against bosses.

C-tier

There are not many use-case scenarios for these characters, and there are better replacements available for all.

• Leeho
• Verna
• Dalay
• Bonie
• Reina
• Sera

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MOUSE P.I. For Hire is coming soon to PC and consoles, and it’s coming pretty soon. Developed by Fumi Games, MOUSE P.I. For Hire puts you in the boots of Jack Pepper across an action-packed adventure.

But first, let’s look at when the game goes live worldwide so that you can jump in in the first minute.

MOUSE P.I. For Hire release countdown

MOUSE P.I. For Hire releases worldwide on Thursday, April 16. The following countdown will expire once the game goes live across all platforms.

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The countdown is based on the following timings.

• 5am PT
• 7am CT
• 8am ET
• 3pm UTC
• 4pm CET

The timings are based on the information available on SteamDB. While MOUSE P.I. For Hire will also be available on consoles, the same schedule is valid. Hence, you can’t take advantage of any New Zealand trick for extra hours of gameplay.

What to expect from MOUSE P.I. For Hire

MOUSE P.I. For Hire is an FPS title unlike anything you might have seen. It’s an adventure that takes inspiration from the cartoons of the 1930s. The black and white visuals are all hand-drawn frame by frame. While the visuals might be all retro, the gameplay is anything but that.

As you progress along your adventures, you’ll find out more about the world around you. You’ll have to make full use of your arsenal and firepower to eliminate enemies in front of you. The world of MOUSE P.I. For Hire will throw plenty at you, including different bosses. Hence, you’ll need to master the use of your weapons and upgrade them over time.

Here’s a summary of what you can expect from the game.

• Hand-drawn visual world inspired by teh class cartoons.
• Fast-paced FPS combat where you have to be constantly on the move.
• Single-player campaign that you can complete at your own pace.
• Over 20 levels teeming with all kinds of enemies.
• Unique weapons and equipment that are completely upgradable.
• Different consumables that will turn the tide of the battle in your favor.

While the game doesn’t offer a demo, you can choose to pre-purchase MOUSE P.I. For Hire on your preferred platform.

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