How To Read Cursed Gear Tier Lists Without Getting Misled

Tier lists compress a lot of uncertainty into a clean visual format. That is why they spread so quickly and why they can mislead players so easily.

Ask whether the ranking matches your Gear, whether the writer distinguishes public evidence from opinion, and whether the page avoids suspiciously exact numbers.

If a tier list cannot explain its assumptions, treat it as commentary rather than instruction.

A good tier list helps you narrow what to test next. It should not replace your own understanding of timing, spacing, and the Gear rhythm you actually play well.