Tekken 8 is around the corner and we know all of the fighters in the first new Tekken game in 9 years!

Tekken 8's release is January 26 and we now know the list of all 32 confirmed playable characters at launch, as well as the DLC character.

There will be a total of 32 playable characters at launch - including Kuma
There will be a total of 32 playable characters at launch - including Kuma

All Tekken 8 characters

Here’s the full list of confirmed characters in Tekken 8. In total, there will be 32 characters on release.

  1. Jack-8
  2. Jin Kazama
  3. Jun Kazama
  4. Kazuya Mishima
  5. King
  6. Lars Alexandersson
  7. Marshall Law
  8. Nina Williams
  9. Paul Phoenix
  10. Asuka Kazama
  11. Leroy Smith
  12. Ling Xiaoyu
  13. Emilie De Rochefort (Lili)
  14. Hwoarang
  15. Bryan Fury
  16. Claudio Serafino
  17. Raven
  18. Azucena
  19. Yoshimitsu
  20. Steve Fox
  21. Sergei Dragunov
  22. Shaheen
  23. Leo
  24. Kuma
  25. Feng Wei
  26. Panda
  27. Victor Chevalier
  28. Reina
  29. Alisa Bosconovitch
  30. Yoshimitsu
  31. Devil Jin
  32. Zafina
  33. Eddy Gordo (DLC)

Tekken 8 character details

Devil / Devil Kazuya

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

The Devil form of Kazuya Mishima was shown during the first Tekken 8 trailer. However, as seasoned Tekken fans will know, Devil Kazuya is also a stance that Kazuya can transform into in several games to unlock new moves. So whether this is a stand-alone character or a transformation remains to be seen.

Devil Jin

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Alongside his father’s Devil form, Jin Kazama’s Devil form will seemingly make a return. This was showcased in the first trailer for the game. However, as with Kazuya, it may be the case that Jin has now gained control of the Devil gene, and can transform at will.

Eddy Gordo (DLC)

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Eddy Gordo was confirmed as Tekken 8's first DLC character via the opening movie trailer. Eddy Gordo first entered the franchise in Tekken 3, and has been a mainstay ever since. Bandai Namco did not give an exact date for Eddy's release as a DLC character outside of Spring 2024.

Jack-8

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Jack’s latest form will be Jack-8, seeing the hulking robot return to the game. There’s been a Jack in every game, and special versions like Prototype Jack also appearing. This character will likely have a similar move set to their previous forms. On March 24, a new trailer featuring Jack was released, confirming some of his move-set, and his incredibly huge new gun.

Jin Kazama

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Jin Kazama returns to the series as confirmed in the first few trailers. However, his fighting style still appears to be a mix of jujitsu and Kazama martial arts.

Jun Kazama

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

It’s reported that Jin’s mother, Jun Kazama, will return to the Tekken series for Tekken 8

Kazuya Mishima

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Revealed in the debut trailer, Kazuya makes his return to the Tekken franchise, perhaps as an antagonist once again. He’s also been shown to potentially have the ability to transform into Devil Kazuya as in previous games.

King

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

King, the jaguar-headed professional wrestler, is set to feature in Tekken 8, as shown in some gameplay footage. But we got our first real good look at King in a special trailer released on March 17, showing off his enhanced grappling gameplay.

Lars Alexandersson

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Lars was also featured in recent gameplay footage, showing off the high-tech assassin and protagonist of Tekken 6.

Marshall Law

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Marshall Law, one of the OG characters of the Tekken series, is slated to return for Tekken 8. On March 14, 2023, a new gameplay trailer showing off his move-set and Rage Art was added to the Bandai Namco YouTube.

Nina Williams

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Nina Williams received her own debut trailer on Jan. 5 as part of the Tekken World Tour finals. Her gun-wielding-style fighting seemed to herald a more weapon-orientated style for Tekken 8.

Paul Phoenix

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

One-time King of Iron Fist champion and fan-favorite Paul Phoenix returns as a character for Tekken 8 as seen in gameplay footage. A trailer for Paul was released on March 10, showing him competing against long-time friend and rival Marshall Law in a hangar-type stage.

Ling Xiaoyu

Officially revealed on March 29, Ling Xiaoyu, a staple of the Tekken franchise, was confirmed in a gameplay trailer.

Leroy Smith

After an appearance in the Tekken: Bloodline anime, Leroy Smith makes his triumphant return in Tekken 8. The character was officially revealed on April 2.

Asuka Kazama

Asuka Kazama, the reported cousin of Jin Kazama, is back, making it a Kazama trifecta in Tekken 8. Joining Jun and Jin, Asuka will deliver her own unique take on the Kazama-style of Martial Arts, as revealed on April 2.

Lili

Lili, or Emilie De Rochefort was revealed in April, with the refined fighter showing off her deadly moves in a impressive trailer. The student-turned martial artist gymnastics-inspired moves are reportedly part of a "self-taught style" as per her character description.

Hwoarang

Hwoarang, the man who caused a thousand rage-quits, returns for Tekken 8 as per a trailer revealed in April. The Taekwondo master is back, with his repeated kicks, rivalry with Jin Kazama, and fast-paced style all intact. Whether he's the button-mashers' favorite fighter again remains to be seen...

Bryan Fury

Bryan Fury was the confirmed to be in the initial release of Tekken 8, rounding out an (at the time) 15-strong roster. The crazed brawler was unveiled on May 30, with a new trailer showing him toting guns and generally causing havok!

Claudio Serafino

Claudio returns to Tekken to become the 16th fighter in Tekken 8. The Italian martial artist showed off his Colosseum-inspired stage, and Archers of Sirius style in a trailer released on July 20. The so-called "world's strongest exorcist" looks to bring his knowledge of sorcery to the battlefield in Tekken 8

Raven

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

A deadly ninjutsu master and a UN secret agent, Raven returns for the first time since Tekken 6 to beat down opponents with shadow clones. Revealed as part of Evo 2023, the ninja martial-artist is still as stylish as ever, although his moves have been updated for Tekken 8.

Azucena

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

A newcomer for Tekken 8, the so-called "Coffee Queen" is the series' first Peruvian character, and utilizes a dance and boxing inspired move-set to deadly effect. Cheerful and hyperactive, we can't help but think it might have something to do with all the coffee she's drinking!

Yoshimitsu

(Image via GamesCom)
(Image via GamesCom)

The fearsome Yoshimitsu returns to Tekken for Tekken 8! A fan favorite, and with no doubt that this iconic Tekken character would make the cut, it's still a pleasant surprise to find the eccentric ninja joining the game. Especially with Tekken 8's seeming high focus on weapons. Finally a place for him to swing his sword outside of a Soul Calibur game!

Steve Fox

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(Image via GamesCom)

Steve, the boxer with no kicks, but unlimited potential to kick your ass was confirmed along with six other fighters at GamesCom's Opening Night Live event trailer. The British Boxer displayed his stereotypical accent and lightning fast punches in a devastating display during the trailer!

Sergei Dragunov

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

The oldest-looking 27-year-old in existence, Sergei Dragunov returns for Tekken 8. Having spent most of his military career fighting ninjas, perhaps time is taking its toll on the Russian Sambo user.

Shaheen

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

A surprise reappearance, Shaheen, a user of "military martial arts" is back in Tekken to investigate the suspicious death of his best friend. As with so many things in the Tekken universe, it looks like the Mishima Zaibatsu is to blame, so Shaheen is on a collision course with Kazuya.

Leo

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Leo, the dashing German Bajiquan-using boy returns for Tekken 8! Just like so many characters in Tekken, it looks like Mishima Zaibatsu or G Corp caused the death of Leo's mother. So he's out for revenge! Join the line, kid. There's like 20 people in this game who want to kill Kazuya... Leo's trailer dropped late after is initial reveal, on Nov. 23

Kuma

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Kuma returns! Kuma was announced at GamesCom, and we love the way he's changed. Having taking on some of Heihachi's fighting-style (his adopted and now deceased father/owner), Kuma looks to be a menace in Tekken 8, and we can't wait to get our paws on him!

Feng Wei

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Feng Wei was revealed for the game on September 19 alongside the Closed Beta Test. The God Fist Style Chinese martial arts user debuted in Tekken 5 and has been a staple ever since. His preview video showcased a variety of familiar and new moves including dangerous strikes and hammer-fist blows. Feng takes the usually graceful Chinese-style Martial arts and makes them simply brutal.

Panda

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

The deceptively cute and cuddly Panda returns to Tekken 8. Unveiled (quite literally) on September 21, at the Tokyo Game Show 2023 by Bandai Namco, the deadly bear martial artist and friend to fellow roster member, Xiaoyu, is set for Tekken 8.

Victor Chevalier

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(Image via Bandai Namco)

Victor Chevalier, a Parisian assassin, will join the Tekken roster for Tekken 8. The new French fighter was introduced on social media on November 2.

Reina

Reina, the Purple Lightning, is a mysterious new member of the roster, is rumored to be related to the Mishimas due to her distinctive high school. All that's known about her is that she's a highschool student at Mishima Polytechnical School.

Alisa

Alisa was unveiled on October 31, as part of a full roster reveal that unveiled several characters. The Russian android flies into Tekken 8 as a launch character.

Yoshimitsu

Yoshimitsu, the mysterious ninja will also feature in Tekken 8. He was confirmed as a character on December 13, 2023.

Devil Jin

Devil Jin was confirmed as a separate character to Jin on October 31.

Zafina

Zafina was revealed for Tekken 8 on October 31, alongside the remaining new roster.


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