- Neighbors Suburban Warfare all characters: six playable neighbors with unique abilities
- Starter picks: The Neighbour, Dennis, and Officer Keith are available from the start
- Unlockables: Angry Neighbor unlocks via the tutorial; Granny at level 5; Gadget Kid at level 10
- Meta picks: Scout and Engineer-style builds dominate the current tier rankings
- Best approach: match your character to your team role before every raid
Full Character Roster Overview
Neighbors: Suburban Warfare, developed by tinyBuild and Eerie Guest Studios, pits two teams of neighbors against each other in suburban mayhem — one side raiding homes for valuables, the other defending them. Choosing from the Neighbors Suburban Warfare all characters roster is the first strategic decision in every match, because each character's active ability and passive perk shape how you infiltrate, scout, or defend.
The roster blends Hello Neighbor franchise icons with fresh suburban personalities. Some excel at objective rushing, others at area control or team support. Here is the complete lineup at a glance:
| Character | Role | Ability | Unlock Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Neighbour | Infiltrator | Trap-laying mastery, spots and punishes intruders | Available from the start |
| Dennis | Scout | Recon tools — peek through windows, mark guards and valuables | Available from the start |
| Officer Keith | Guard | Zone control, checkpoints that slow intruders | Available from the start |
| Angry Neighbor | Bruiser | Charge that knocks intruders down and clears rooms | Complete the tutorial |
| Granny | Trapper | Household hazards — slippery floors, swinging objects | Reach player level 5 |
| Gadget Kid | Support | Builds door blockers, decoys, and repair kits | Reach player level 10 |
New players should start with Dennis or Officer Keith. Both are available immediately and teach the two core match phases — raiding and defending — without requiring advanced ability timing.
Character Tier List
Not every neighbor performs equally across maps and team compositions. This tier list evaluates the full roster on ability strength, ease of use, and consistency across different scenarios. Rankings reflect the current meta and are updated as balance patches land.
| Tier | Character(s) | Why They Rank Here |
|---|---|---|
| S | The Neighbour, Officer Keith | Elite trap control and zone denial; strong on every map |
| A | Dennis, Angry Neighbor | Top-tier scouting and room-clearing burst damage |
| B | Granny | Excellent hazard control but needs setup time |
| C | Gadget Kid | Fun support tools, but weaker direct match impact |
The Neighbour — S Tier
- Best for: home defense setups
- Signature trap-laying skills
- Punishes careless intruders
- Franchise icon since Hello Neighbor
Officer Keith — S Tier
- Best for: zone control
- Checkpoints slow enemy pushes
- Strong presence deterrent
- Great for objective rooms
Dennis — A Tier
- Best for: scouting raids
- Marks guards and loot for team
- Window-peeking recon
- Ideal first pick for new players
Tier lists measure general performance, not individual skill. A practiced Angry Neighbor player will outperform a sloppy The Neighbour player in most matches — pick the character you can execute well.
How to Unlock Every Character
Half the roster unlocks through natural progression. Follow this sequence to complete your character collection quickly:
Play the Tutorial
Finish the opening tutorial to unlock Angry Neighbor, the roster's dedicated bruiser with the game-changing charge ability.
Grind Early Matches
Play matches as Dennis or Officer Keith — both are strong starters. XP accumulates from objectives, steals, and defenses alike.
Reach Player Level 5
Unlock Granny and her household hazard toolkit. Her trapper playstyle rewards map knowledge.
Reach Player Level 10
Unlock Gadget Kid, completing the roster. Focus on support play to learn their build-oriented gadgets.
Objective completion awards more XP than combat. Prioritize steals, defenses, and team assists to hit level 10 faster than chasing knockdowns.
Character-Item Combos
Abilities become dramatically stronger when paired with the right items. These synergies define the current meta:
| Character | Best Item Pairing | Combo Effect |
|---|---|---|
| The Neighbour | Bear Trap | Near-permanent chokepoint lockdown on objective doors |
| Dennis | Firecracker | Guaranteed uncontested objective push via distraction |
| Angry Neighbor | Glue Trap | Slowed targets guarantee a Heavy Swing-style knockdown |
| Gadget Kid | Camera | Fully-monitored kill zones with layered alerts |
| Officer Keith | Glue Trap | Double-slow stacking on checkpoint approaches |
| Granny | Smoke Bomb | Hazards punish enemies who panic inside low visibility |
Match your carry items to your character's weakness, not just their strength. Scout-type picks need escape tools; defenders need area denial — cover both gaps.
Character Progression Checklist
Track your roster mastery with these milestones:
Roster Mastery Goals:
- Complete the tutorial and unlock Angry Neighbor
- Reach player level 5 and unlock Granny
- Reach player level 10 and unlock Gadget Kid
- Win a match with every character at least once
- Master one S-tier and one A-tier pick for ranked play
FAQ
Q: How many characters are in Neighbors: Suburban Warfare?
The launch roster includes six playable characters: The Neighbour, Dennis, Officer Keith, Angry Neighbor, Granny, and Gadget Kid. Three are available from the start, while the rest unlock through the tutorial and player leveling.
Q: Which character is best for beginners?
Dennis is the recommended starter. His recon tools let you peek through windows and mark guards and valuables, teaching map awareness while keeping you at a safe distance. Officer Keith is the best beginner defender.
Q: How do I unlock Granny and Gadget Kid?
Granny unlocks at player level 5 and Gadget Kid at player level 10. You earn XP fastest by completing objectives — steals, defenses, and assists — rather than chasing combat knockdowns.
Q: Does the character I pick affect my team role?
Yes. Each character's ability pushes them toward a role: infiltration (The Neighbour, Dennis), defense (Officer Keith, Granny), combat (Angry Neighbor), or support (Gadget Kid). Balanced teams assign roles before the match starts.