DARRYL
A
OVERALL TIER
68
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
72
HOT ZONE
70
KNOCKOUT
68
BRAWL BALL
86
BOUNTY
42
HEIST
68
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
DARRYL BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Barrel O' Bullets
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Darryl is currently S-tier in Brawl Ball with a score of 86/100. As a Tank, Darryl excels in Brawl Ball and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Darryl focuses on maximizing tank strengths. Use the recommended Star Power and Gadget combination shown in our build guide, paired with Speed and Shield gears for survivability in most modes.
Darryl is countered by Emz and Charlie, who exploit Darryl's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Darryl consistently beats Piper and Nani.
Darryl performs best in Brawl Ball (S-tier, 86/100). As a Tank, Darryl's kit is designed to excel in Brawl Ball objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Darryl pairs exceptionally well with Poco and Gene. These synergies amplify Darryl's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
DARRYL GUIDE SUMMARY
Darryl is a Tank in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Brawl Ball. This guide collects the key Darryl build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Darryl in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Darryl against Emz and Charlie, then check the mode ratings before locking the brawler. BrawlUp updates these pages from the same brawler database used by the tier list, matchup simulator and BrawlScore coach.
DARRYL DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Darryl players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
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Win Rate
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Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Brawl Ball
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Tank Game Plan
Darryl is strongest when played like a tank: choose fights around Brawl Ball, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Emz or Charlie. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Darryl with Poco or Gene when possible. The best comps cover Darryl's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Brawl Ball pressure.
TEAMPLAY