The highly anticipated latest instalment to the beloved and long-standing fighting game franchise, Tekken 8, is already exceeding expectations with its impressive base roster of 32 characters, one of the largest in any modern release.
Alongside the return of many fan-favourite legacy characters, Tekken 8 will introduce a roster of fresh faces, each bringing new gameplay styles and intriguing story possibilities. The excitement is palpable among fans, eager to delve into the diverse roster of both familiar and new fighters when Tekken 8 launches very soon!
Without further ado, here is a comprehensive list of fighters that players can expect to see when Tekken 8 is released.
Tekken 8 full roster revealed
The base Tekken 8 roster features 32 characters, providing players with ample choice and opportunities to experiment with a vast array of playstyles and personalities.
Among the new characters are the game’s first French fighter, Victor Chevalier, the mysterious Mishima Polytechnical School student, Reina, and the fearless “Coffee Queen,” Azucena.
Here’s Tekken 8’s full roster of fighters:
- Nina Williams
- Kazuya Mishima
- Jin Kazama
- Paul Phoenix
- Marshall Law
- King
- Lars Alexandersson
- Jack-8
- Jun Kazama
- Ling Xiaoyu
- Leroy Smith
- Asuka Kazama
- Lili
- Hwoarang
- Bryan Fury
- Claudio Serafino
- Raven
- Azucena
- Dragunov
- Shaheen
- Steve Fox
- Leo Kliesen
- Yoshimitsu
- Kuma
- Zafina
- Victor Chevalier
- Reina
- Lee Chaolan
- Devil Jin
- Alisa Bosconovitch
- Feng Wei
- Panda
When will Tekken 8 be released?
After torrents of leaks and speculation, Tekken fans finally got the closure they needed. It was confirmed during gamescom 2023 that Tekken 8 is set to be released early next year, on 26 January 2024, on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X.
Interested in learning more about Tekken 8? We've got you covered. Check out our guide on everything you need to know about Tekken 8 here, which includes information on supported platforms, character roster, and more! On top of that, familiarise yourself with the newest roster additions, Azucena, Raven, and Victor Chevalier.
Alongside the plethora of new mechanics and changes, Tekken 8 also harkens back to its arcade origins with the introduction of a new single-player mode called Arcade Quest, learn all about it here!