KENJI
A
OVERALL TIER
69
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
66
HOT ZONE
65
KNOCKOUT
86
BRAWL BALL
78
BOUNTY
64
HEIST
54
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
KENJI BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
All You Can Eat
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Kenji is currently S-tier in Knockout with a score of 86/100. As a Assassin, Kenji excels in Knockout and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Kenji focuses on maximizing assassin 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.
Kenji is countered by Charlie and Bibi, who exploit Kenji's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Kenji consistently beats Poco and Gene.
Kenji performs best in Knockout (S-tier, 86/100). As a Assassin, Kenji's kit is designed to excel in Knockout objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Kenji pairs exceptionally well with Gene and Sandy. These synergies amplify Kenji's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
KENJI GUIDE SUMMARY
Kenji is a Assassin in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Knockout. This guide collects the key Kenji build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Kenji in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Kenji against Charlie and Bibi, 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.
KENJI DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Kenji players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
62.6%
Win Rate
0.8%
Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Knockout
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Assassin Game Plan
Kenji is strongest when played like a assassin: choose fights around Knockout, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Charlie or Bibi. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Kenji with Gene or Sandy when possible. The best comps cover Kenji's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Knockout pressure.
TEAMPLAY