Ranking Every Hero in Star Wars Zero Company From Worst to Best
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
A breakdown of the playable heroes in Star Wars Zero Company ranks the entire roster from worst to best, highlighting standout character writing and tactical utility.
Good tactical turn-based strategy games need more than just solid mechanics on a grid. They need a cast of characters worth fighting for, which is a lesson Bit Reactor and EA clearly took to heart with Star Wars Zero Company. Polygon deputy editor Ari Notis recently broke down the game's playable roster, highlighting how the character writing manages to stand out in a crowded sci-fi universe.
At the bottom of the list sits Hawks, the customizable player avatar whose blank-slate approach keeps them at arm's length emotionally until the final hours. Characters like the rhyming Kabb and the brooding Mandalorian Cly Kullervo follow close behind, though Cly makes up for her cliché backstory by being an absolute powerhouse on the battlefield. Mid-tier favorites like the wealthy heiress turned freedom fighter Jae Mordant and the refreshingly fragile Padawan Tel-Rea Vokoss prove that vulnerability makes for far more compelling gameplay than playing as an invincible Jedi like Anakin.
The top spots go to the characters carrying the game's emotional core and tactical heavy lifting. Luco Bronc and Trick anchor some of the strongest narrative arcs through their complex military baggage and surprising camaraderie. Taking the crown at number one is BR-1, an astromech droid that easily joins the pantheon of iconic Star Wars mechanical companions by pulling double duty as a tank, support unit, and grenade-slinging menace.
For players grinding through the endgame or debating how to spec their squad, this breakdown offers a great look at how narrative and mechanics intertwine in modern tactical RPGs. It is a reminder that the best companions are the ones that force you to restart a mission from scratch just to keep them alive.
Tags: Star Wars Zero Company, Tactical RPG, PC Gaming, Console Gaming
Original article: Polygon