RICO
A
OVERALL TIER
71
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
70
HOT ZONE
65
KNOCKOUT
80
BRAWL BALL
62
BOUNTY
78
HEIST
72
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
RICO BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Trick Shot King
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Rico is currently A-tier in Knockout with a score of 80/100. As a Damage_dealer, Rico excels in Knockout and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Rico focuses on maximizing damage_dealer 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.
Rico is countered by Leon and Mortis, who exploit Rico's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Rico consistently beats Rosa and Jacky.
Rico performs best in Knockout (A-tier, 80/100). As a Damage_dealer, Rico's kit is designed to excel in Knockout objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Rico pairs exceptionally well with Gale and Emz. These synergies amplify Rico's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
RICO GUIDE SUMMARY
Rico is a Damage_dealer in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Knockout. This guide collects the key Rico build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Rico in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Rico against Leon and Mortis, 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.
RICO DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Rico players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
71.3%
Win Rate
1.6%
Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Knockout
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Damage_dealer Game Plan
Rico is strongest when played like a damage_dealer: choose fights around Knockout, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Leon or Mortis. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Rico with Gale or Emz when possible. The best comps cover Rico's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Knockout pressure.
TEAMPLAY