Tier List
MM2 of The Locust tier list — the best equipment, powers and survival strategies ranked from S to C tier for every round.
Introduction
The tier list section of the MM2 of The Locust wiki ranks the equipment, powers and survival strategies that give you the best chance of escaping the Locust's nest. Because the game is built around a 1 vs All survival round, the 'meta' is less about damage numbers and more about survival tools, positioning and timing. This tier list evaluates the confirmed and upcoming equipment and powers, ranking them from S tier (must-haves that dramatically improve your survival odds) down to C tier (situational picks that are rarely worth the trade-off). The list is based on developer announcements, community reports and testing of the current pre-alpha version. We explain why each item sits in its tier, what scenarios it shines in, and how to counter the strongest picks. Because the game updates fast, this list is reviewed regularly and will be updated as new equipment and powers are released.
Tier List — Equipment & Powers
| Tier | Item | Category | Why This Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | Escape Boosts | Powers | Directly win the final escape |
| S | Locust Slow | Powers | Create safe openings |
| A | Distraction Tools | Tools | Reliable escapes & misdirection |
| B | Speed Gear | Gear | Good in most rounds |
| C | Situational Items | Gear | Rarely worth the slot |
Tier Breakdown
Escape Boosts
S tier — powers that directly win the final escape
Locust Slow
S tier — create safe openings in a chase
Distraction Tools
A tier — reliable escapes & misdirection
Speed Gear
B tier — solid in most rounds
Situational Items
C tier — rarely worth the slot
Core Mechanics
The tier list for MM2 of The Locust is built around survival effectiveness in the 1 vs All round, not raw damage numbers. S tier contains items that directly win the final escape or create large, reliable advantages — escape boosts that get you to the exit faster, and Locust Slow effects that create safe openings in a chase. A tier holds versatile tools like distractions that reliably pull the killer off your position. B tier is for solid but unexciting picks like passive speed gear that help in most rounds without being game-changing. C tier contains situational items that only shine in narrow scenarios and are usually not worth an inventory slot. The list is informed by developer announcements, community testing and reports from the current pre-alpha build. Because the game updates frequently, the tier list is reviewed regularly and updated as new equipment, powers and balance changes land.
Advantages
A well-maintained tier list is a huge advantage for players of MM2 of The Locust because the game is chaotic and every round is fast. Having a clear ranking of the best equipment and powers lets you make quick, confident decisions instead of guessing, which matters a lot in a survival round where a single mistake can end your game. The tier list also explains the reasoning behind each ranking, so you learn not just what is strong but why — that understanding transfers to every round. For the Locust side, knowing which survivor items are strongest helps you predict and counter them. Finally, because the list is tied to the current meta and updated regularly, it stays relevant as the game evolves.
Challenges
The main weakness of a tier list for MM2 of The Locust is that the game is still in pre-alpha, and the equipment system that the list focuses on has not been fully released yet. Much of the current ranking is based on developer announcements and community reports rather than extensive live testing, so some placements may shift once the equipment update ships. The meta can also change dramatically with each balance patch, which means a tier list can become outdated quickly. Finally, because the game relies heavily on map knowledge and player skill, even a 'weak' item can be devastating in the right hands — so players should treat the tier list as a guide, not a strict rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Quick Tips
Save S-tier escape boosts for when you are the Last Survivor. Using them too early in the round wastes their value on moments that do not matter, so hold your strongest items until the final escape when they can actually win you the round. Reviewing the reasoning behind each tier and testing items for yourself will make you a better player than simply memorizing the rankings.
Pair Locust Slow with a distraction tool for a powerful combo. Slow the killer, drop a decoy, and slip away while they are confused. Coordinated use of two different items creates openings that no single item can provide on its own. Reviewing the reasoning behind each tier and testing items for yourself will make you a better player than simply memorizing the rankings.
Do not blindly copy the tier list for every game. Match your loadout to your playstyle and the map you are playing on, since stealth players and aggressive players will get value from very different items in very different situations. Reviewing the reasoning behind each tier and testing items for yourself will make you a better player than simply memorizing the rankings.
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