Neverwinter is a free-to-play MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game). Neverwinter follows typical MMORPG gameplay, featuring questing, dungeon crawling, (PvE) player versus environment, and (PvP) player versus player content.
Neverwinter was officially released on June 20, 2013, for Microsoft Windows and later expanded to Xbox and PlayStation 4.
Classes
In the game, players can choose from different classes, each with its unique abilities and playstyles. These classes include Barbarian, Trickster Rogue, Devoted Cleric, Control Wizard, Hunter Ranger, Scourge Warlock, Great Weapon Fighter, Oathbound Paladin, and Guardian Fighter.
Below are some details about these classes.
Barbarian
Barbarians are strong fighters in Neverwinter, relying on their big muscles and power to defeat enemies.
Trickster Rogue
They are sneaky and agile, dealing high damage through surprise attacks.
Devoted Cleric
This class works as a healer, helping teammates by restoring their health in battles.
Control Wizard
This class can control and manipulate the battlefield, affecting both allies and enemies.
Hunter Ranger
Skilled in archery and close combat, making them versatile in different situations.
Scourge Warlock
They have unique abilities regarding curses and use black magic to deal damage to enemy players.
Great Weapon Fighter
This class has expertise in using big weapons and dealing a lot of damage in close combat.
Oathbound Paladin
They work as both warriors and healers, protecting allies and supporting them with healing powers.
Guardian Fighter
Fighters are good at protecting and fighting enemies up close.
Each class plays a different role in the game, and you can choose how you want to play by selecting a class that suits your playstyle and makes the game enjoyable for you.
Best Classes Ranked
Here are the rankings for the Neverwinter Classes and the ones you should pick in 2024.
1. Rogue
Many Neverwinter players believe that Rough is the best class in the game because Rough carries some great advantages. You can surprise the enemy as you can do stealth attacks with Rogue. The player can become invisible and deal a lot of damage to the enemies. It can be very useful in different situations in-game.
If Rogue teams up with a strong Cleric, they can defeat a bunch of enemies alone. Rogues have cool-looking gear. It makes it even more interesting for the player to try out the Rogue class. If you want to work in a team with a powerful healer, Rogue may be the best choice for you.
2. Ranger
Ranger is like an all-in-one type of class in the game. They don’t just fight in a close area with the enemies but they also have the skill to attack from a long distance using there bows and arrows. Rangers can wear special gear, which makes them more powerful. So, if you want an adaptable class that is strong and can do close and far attacks, Ranger is the best pick.
The Ranger class doesn’t have many weaknesses, and it hasn’t been made weaker through nerfs. That’s why Ranger is considered one of the most useful DPS (Damage per second) classes in Neverwinter.
Ranger can be a threat to enemy players, as he can attack in close combat as well as from a distance. This makes Ranger a quite difficult class and the top pick for the players who like to play as a strong character.
3. Fighter
The Fighter class is the third easiest and most user-friendly class in Neverwinter. It’s simple to get started with, making it suitable for players. However, mastering it skills can be a bit tough. Fighters are good at dealing damage, but struggle while protecting themselves. They can use a shield to protect themselves, but they are not good at taking hits.
Starting to play as a Fighter is easy, but it takes time to master his skills. To be successful, Make sure you understand Fighter class skills and how to use them in battle.
4. Paladin
Paladins are versatile, offering options to play as a tank or a healer. Known for their radiant power, Paladins can deliver powerful hits, withstand massive damage, and play a crucial healing role in the game
5. Cleric
Clerics are the best healers in the game, playing a crucial role in keeping allies alive during battles and raids. While playing as a Cleric may seem focused on healing, their support is invaluable for the team’s success.
6. Warlock
Warlock seems would be the most thrilling role to play in Neverwinter, but it turns out to be quite slow. Warlock is designed for players who like to approach methodically, enjoying experimentation and strategic gameplay experience with their opponents.
The battle you engage in with the Warlock class may go on for a while, because of the class damage over time design. However, the damage you deal to the enemy will be quite massive overall.
Playing as a Warlock in battles and raids can be quite difficult unless you have some strong DPS (Damage Per Second) players in your team.
7. Barbarian
The Barbarian class is strong in every situation, they hit hard, focus on a single target, and also deal a massive (AoE) Area of effect damage. The Barbarian class is incredibly fast, making it a fearsome presence while in close combat or when dealing with enemies in a group. The Barbarian greatest weakness is that they can die easily, especially when facing huge hordes of enemies. It becomes challenging for them to play as a durable tank or endure attacks in such situations.
Having your allies on your support, most importantly healers and buffers is necessary for the Barbarians. As it’s damage output to the enemies is quite massive, but in terms of versatility and self-sufficiency, Barbarian loses out to other classes in Neverwinter.
8. Wizard
The Wizard avoids dropping to the 9th rank just because they provide ranged damage, which makes them a bit unique from Lower-ranked classes. You don’t have to be close to the enemy as a Wizard, but this comes at a cost with the damage you deal to the enemy. Wizards have fairly low damage, even less than the Bard Class in Neverwinter.
The Wizards’ area-of-effect attacks provide a little space for your teammates, and more importantly, they can even teleport! But as a damage-dealing class, Wizard is the weakest of all.
9. Bard
The Bard is ranked in the 9th place because this class doesn’t do anything at all. There are some good reasons to pick Bard even in 2024. Playing as Bard class can be beneficial if you are playing with your friends, it can give the team a decent stat buff through its songs. Additionally, Bard is quite fast, which allows him to move around places and provide buff to his allies.
However, the Bard class deals very little damage and can’t provide substantial healing to his allies either. Bard’s ability for healing is considered as average, ranking below the more powerful healers in the game. But a little higher than Wizard.
These are the best classes in Neverwinter in 2024 based on how each class affects an in-game experience and after all the nerfs and buffs they had to go through.
