With patch 11.2 just a week away from going live, players are closely watching how DPS specs stack up for Mythic+ Season 3 in World of Warcraft. The recent tuning passes have brought some notable shifts, making it a good moment to review which specs are leading the pack right before the full season launch.
Recent changes have pushed Frost Death Knight to the very top of the DPS tier list, confirming what many already saw in the ‘choose your main’ guide. It’s interesting to see how Marksmanship Hunter climbed eight spots to secure the second place in the S-tier, while Beast Mastery Hunter dropped by seven spots. Arcane Mage lost its crown but stays solidly in third place. One surprising fall is Balance Druid, which dropped out of S-tier completely, falling 18 spots to A tier. Elemental Shaman gained ground too, rising to the top of A+ tier and landing fourth overall.
Other specs like Enhancement Shaman held steady, Havoc Demon Hunter saw a slight rise, and Fire Mage dropped a bit. Frost Mage also got a boost after some big buffs, positioning it just ahead of the fallen Beast Mastery Hunter. Devastation Evoker, Feral Druid, and Affliction Warlock moved up into A+ territory, rounding out a competitive field.
The Top Tiers
Here’s a quick look at the top tiers curated by guide writer Petko. For a comprehensive breakdown with commentary and utility insights, please visit the complete tier list here.
| Tier | Spec |
| S | Frost Death Knight |
| S | Marksmanship Hunter |
| S | Arcane Mage |
| Tier | Spec |
| A+ | Elemental Shaman |
| A+ | Enhancement Shaman |
| A+ | Havoc Demon Hunter |
| A+ | Fire Mage |
| A+ | Frost Mage |
| A+ | Beast Mastery Hunter |
| A+ | Devastation Evoker |
| A+ | Shadow Priest |
| A+ | Demonology Warlock |
| A+ | Feral Druid |
| A+ | Survival Hunter |
| A+ | Affliction Warlock |
| A+ | Assassination Rogue |
Petko also breaks down the rankings in this video:
With the patch launch just days away, there might still be some adjustments. A major tuning pass is expected during the launch week, so specs could shift again. For now, this snapshot offers a pretty clear idea of what to expect in Mythic+ Season 3.
What do you think about these rankings?
