Introduction: The Game 'Cosmic Scramble'

'Cosmic Scramble' is recognized as a rare vintage tabletop arcade game, originally released in 1982 by CGL. It is a VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) game that involves players navigating a spaceship through various levels. Gameplay mechanics include moving the ship, firing a small laser, and dropping bombs. Similarly, the game 'Scramble,' a side-scrolling spaceship shooter by Konami from 1981, shares core elements where players traverse six levels to destroy an enemy base, utilizing movement, laser fire, and bombs.

Absence of a Tier List for Original 'Cosmic Scramble'

Given the nature of 'Cosmic Scramble' and 'Scramble' as classic arcade-style spaceship shooters, the concept of a 'tier list' in the modern gaming sense—which typically ranks a roster of distinct characters, units, or heroes based on their competitive viability—does not apply. These games focus on player skill in navigating a single type of ship through predetermined challenges, rather than selecting from a diverse cast of characters with varying strengths and weaknesses.

The Concept of 'Cosmic Tier Lists' in Modern Games

While the 1982 'Cosmic Scramble' does not have a tier list, the term 'Cosmic Tier List' is prevalent in various contemporary games. In these titles, 'Cosmic' often denotes a specific class, faction, or attribute of playable characters, monsters, or champions. Tier lists for these games rank these 'Cosmic' entities based on their performance in different game modes, such as Player-versus-Player (PvP) arenas, Alliance Wars, Battlegrounds, or specific story content.

Cosmic Tier List Examples: Marvel Contest of Champions (MCoC)

In 'Marvel Contest of Champions' (MCoC), content creators frequently publish 'Cosmic Tier Lists' ranking the best Cosmic-class champions. These rankings are often updated monthly or semi-annually and consider factors like offensive capabilities, defensive presence, utility, and synergy.

Some highly-ranked Cosmic champions, according to various MCoC tier lists, include:

Hercules: Often considered a top-tier Cosmic champion.

Hulkling: Consistently ranked among the best.

Karolina Dean: Frequently cited as one of the best Cosmic offensive champions, known for a strong matchup spread and a unique playstyle involving glancing ability.

Galan: Formerly considered a top Cosmic, though his viability can be affected by new defenders and damage caps.

Cosmic Ghost Rider: A strong contender in Cosmic rankings.

Hyperion: Highly regarded for his abilities.

Null: Praised for his effectiveness in long-form content, capable of ramping up corruption and armor breaks.

Medusa: Valued for her utility against robots, her dual threat capabilities with her signature ability, and poison immunity.

Angela: Noted for nullify, autoblock, ability accuracy immunity, and damaging debuffs.

Venom: Considered a phenomenal champion, especially when paired with his relic, allowing him to inflict significant bleed damage.

Vox: Recognized for immunities to poison, power burn, power drain, power lock, and special lock, making him a potentially powerful defender.

Superior Iron Man: Benefits greatly from his gamma charge mechanic and possesses dual immunities.

K.: Known for delivering exceptionally high levels of damage, especially effective with stat cast relics under specific circumstances.

These rankings often emphasize the importance of six-star champions, though seven-star champions are increasingly gaining prominence in the meta. Relics can also significantly enhance a champion's performance, as seen with Venom.

Cosmic Tier List Examples: Monster Legends

In 'Monster Legends,' a

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