Destructoid has published a guide detailing every "Dude" type and its unique ability in the game How Many Dudes?, aimed at helping players decide who to recruit, since success in each run depends heavily on the roster of Dudes assembled.

– Over 40 Dude types exist, each with a distinct passive or triggered ability, ranging from damage-dealers to support and utility roles
– Combat-oriented types include the Assassin (poisons targets, reducing their attack power), the Construction Dude (throws hammers that taunt enemies) and the Cyborg (permanently boosts attack power for other Cyborgs)
– Support types include the Cleric (heals the most injured nearby Dude), the Chef (prepares healing "burgers") and the Explorer (shares healing sips when allies drop below 30% HP)
– Utility types include the Finance Dude, which generates in-game currency over time, and the Bard, who periodically buffs several random Dudes' attack power and speed
– The guide explains how each ability functions but does not rank Dudes by strength; a separate tier list is available for that purpose