Last Epoch Leveling Tier List: Best Class Mastery

In our Last Epoch best leveling class tier list, we dive into all five base classes and fifteen Mastery classes, ranking them from best to worst according to our leveling experiences.

If you are struggling to choose which class (and later Mastery) you should play in Last Epoch, maybe speed is of the utmost importance. For those who want the fastest leveling class in the time-traveling ARPG from Eleventh Hour Games, we've got you covered!

Please note: Our picks for the fastest/best leveling Class Masteries in Last Epoch are based on our experience with the game prior to release, alongside all the latest balance changes to skills and passives.

Update on 20 March 2024: We've updated our best Last Epoch leveling class tier list!

Best Last Epoch Leveling Classes Tier List

There are five base classes in Last Epoch, with three unique, specialized Mastery Classes for each one. After level 25 and chapter 4 of the game's campaign, you would have chosen and locked in your Mastery Class. 

Below, you can find the baseline classes and their respective Masteries in Last Epoch. Each class has three (3) to choose from, making for a total of 15 Mastery options in the game.

Now that you have a good idea of the mastery classes and base classes in Last Epoch, it is important to remember that you cannot change your Mastery Class at a later time, as this is a permanent decision.

This is a huge decision for many Last Epoch players, especially for beginners. Below, you'll find our tier list for the best leveling Class Masteries in Last Epoch, which will help you progress quickly through the campaign and ride straight into the endgame.

With every big Last Epoch update, this tier list is subject to change based on balance adjustments to classes and masteries. 

Please note: Just because a class mastery in Last Epoch is great at leveling doesn't mean it is fantastic at endgame activities such as Monolith, killing bosses, progressing in the Arena, and more. Don't worry; we'll bring you dedicated tier lists for all Last Epoch endgame activities.

Want to get a glimpse of all Last Epoch Mastery Classes in action before making a decision? Then check out the game's technical trailer below!

So that's it for our Mastery Class picks for the fastest leveling experience in Last Epoch. Remember, these picks are based on the writer's experience and will vary depending on what playstyle you enjoy the most. 

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