Monster Survivors Heroes
The complete database of all playable characters. Find out which hero matches your playstyle and how to unlock the most powerful survivors.
Don't know who to unlock first?
Read our definitive guide on the Best Starting Hero to prevent wasting your hard-earned gold.
How to Unlock & Upgrade Heroes
In FreezeNova's Monster Survivors, you don't start with access to the entire roster. Heroes are unlocked primarily by collecting Hero Shards or spending in-game currency earned by completing runs and surviving monster waves.
Once unlocked, characters have persistent upgrades that carry over between game sessions. You can permanently upgrade their base armor, healing rates, damage output, and maximum health by investing collected resources in the central hub menu. Upgrading an S-Tier hero ensures you can push far beyond wave 20.
The Full Roster
Knight
The Balanced Starter
The default choice for beginners. Highly balanced attributes that make early map exploration forgiving.
Mage
The Classic Caster
A phenomenal early-game clearer that excels at melting dense swarms before they get into melee range.
Arcanix
The Area Specialist
A top-tier hero renowned for crowd management. At level 5, she projects a slowing aura that trivializes swarms.
Echo
The Hit-and-Run Assassin
Requires heavy investment but offers unparalleled boss-melting capabilities in very late survival waves.
Balencio
The Survivalist
A specialized jumper/runner. While his damage isn't top tier, his parkour ability makes map navigation unmatched.
Miyu
The Agile Striker
A flexible character often played dynamically depending on the loot drops. A solid pick if you enjoy switching strategies.
Master Your Favorite Hero
Choosing a hero is only half the battle. You need to equip them with the perfect gear set to survive.