Tekken 8: Full Character Roster (January 2024)

Mechanized Space Ninja

Country of origin: None

Fighting style: Advanced Manji Ninjutsu

Probably the most anticipated returning character in the series. Yoshimitsu returns with a fresh take on his classic samurai aesthetic.

Anger of the beast

Country of origin: Mexico​

Fighting style: Pro Wrestling

King's just an all-round good guy. When he's not grappling folks to death, he runs an orphanage. Well, as long he's doing it for the kids I say.

God Fist

Country of origin: China

Fighting style: Taijiquan

We all crave the simple things in life. Walking the dog, a relaxing bath, a tasty meal, and becoming the Dragon God. Feng Wei's particularly set on the latter. And good luck to him. We all deserve to be happy.

Country of origin: Unknown

Fighting style: Ancient Assassination Arts

Zafina carries around a devil, Azazel, in her left arm, and uses its power in bursts to deliver killer combos. What could possibly go wrong?

Desert Falcon

Country of origin: Saudi Arabia​

Fighting style: Close Quarters Combat

Renowned for his 'peaceful' negotiation skills, Shaheen returns after debuting in Tekken 7. He's also touted as one of the more newcomer-friendly fighters owing to his aggressive play style.

Country of origin: Japan

Fighting style: Martial Arts

Lee Chaolan adopts a more robotic look in Tekken 8, donning the technologies of the 'Violet Suit' to match up against the heavy-armor enemies of G Corp.

Master of Salmon

Country of origin: None​

Fighting style: Heihachi-Style Advanced Kuma Shin Ken

Competition must've been fierce for the title of 'Master of Salmon,' but this bear made it happen. He also volunteers as a relief worker during natural disasters across Southeast Asia. Somehow that's still not enough to win Panda's heart. Perhaps some bears just deserve to be extinct.

Dancing Phoenix

Country of origin: China​

Fighting style: Baguazhang, Piguazhang-based Chinese Martial Arts

With one of the most entrancing fighting styles in Tekken history, Ling Xiaoyu is certain to impress (and infuriate) on her return in Tekken 8. She also feels some kind of way about Jin Kazama.

Shadow Agent

Country of origin: Unknown

Fighting style: Ninjutsu

Originally introduced in Tekken 5, Raven and his shadowy illusions are back to dominate the dojo in Tekken 8.

Country of origin: Russia

Fighting style: Thruster-Based High-Mobility Fighting Style

Alisa is an android. She has hidden chainsaws in her arms, and can literally use her head as a bomb. You should play her.

Grandmaster of Drip

Country of origin: U.S.A

Fighting style: Wing Chun

Leroy Smith is a DLC character no more! Leroy's a gang-stomping good guy with a mind to depose Kazuya Mishima with the help of his trusty dog, Sugar.

Perfect Blend

Country of origin: Peru​

Fighting style: Mixed Martial Arts (Striker)

Azucena learned the coffee trade from her father, spent most of her life experimenting with fresh new blends, and was eventually recognized for toting the highest quality coffee beans in the world. Where she found the time during all of this to become an MMA master, who knows?

High Tech Annihilator

Country of origin: Unknown

Fighting style: Brute Force

Are laser weapons really permitted in fighting tournaments? Well, Jack-8 doesn't give a damn. Because he's (it's?) bringing them.

The Lion of The Rebellion

Country of origin: Sweden

Fighting style: Tekken Force Martial Arts

Lars Alexandersson has ever been a stalwart ally to Jin and was the protagonist in Tekken 6. He's also the mastermind behind the rebel army, Yggdrasil, formed to contend with the oppressive forces of Kazuya's G Corp.

Hot-Blooded Destroyer

Country of origin: The United States​

Fighting style: Integrated Martial Arts Based on Judo​

Paul Phoenix returns after receiving only a small fraction of the promised price money in The King of Iron Fist Tournament, and now he's got nothing to lose. Just give the man his money!

Country of origin: Unknown

Fighting style: Unknown

Reina is a bit of an oddity. Is she good or evil? Where do her allegiances lie? Where did she come from? Why am I asking you these things when I know there is currently no comment section beneath our articles on GameLeap? So many mysteries...

Seeker of Truth

Country of origin: Germany​

Fighting style: Bajiquan

Leo Kliesen is probably the most human of all the Tekken characters, a youngling caught up investigating just what exactly is going on in the world of Tekken. We've all got a little bit of Leo in us.

Cold-Blooded Oppressor

Country of origin: None (Relinquished his Japanese nationality)

Fighting style: Mishima-Style Fighting Karate​

Kazuya Mishima returns to the Tekken series once again as the good-guy-turned bad. He remains the true leader of G Corp and will stop at nothing to solidify his grip on world domination.

Lightning of Fate

Country of origin: Japan

Fighting style: Karate

Jin Kazama missed out on Tekken 7, but he's back with a vengeance. The man also appears to have finally gained some mastery over his pesky devil gene, utilizing its powers here and there during combos.

Silent Assassin

Country of origin: Ireland​

Fighting style: Assassination Arts

Nina returns! Once the commander of the special forces unit, Tekken Force, Nina was recently recruited by Kazuya Mishima as chief commander of G Corporation's task forces to aid in their push for world domination. And why not? I suppose even Nina Williams needs a hobby.

Counter-Punching Paragon

Country of origin: United Kingdom

Fighting style: Boxing

Steve Fox first appeared in Tekken 4 and is the quintessential boxer of the Tekken series. The man's also Nina's son, so, next time your parents do something that annoys you, just remember that poor Steve's out there.

Blood Talon

Country of origin: South Korea

Fighting style: Taekwondo

A returning classic character who made his debut way back in Tekken 3. He kicks people. A lot. Especially Jin. It's a thing.

Spirited Peacemaker

Country of origin: Japan

Fighting style: Kazama-Style Traditional Martial Arts

Another of the Kazama family joins the fray! Fans are eager to see Asuka thrown down against Lili again - what, after Lili stalked her for a while, then eventually bought Asuka's dojo from right under her nose. The nerve of some people...

Fighting Heiress

Country of origin: Monaco​

Fighting style: Self-Taught Style

Lili, also known as Emilie De Rochefort, returns to annoy Asuka. She's also bringing along a cat called Salt as a counterweight to Leroy's dog, Sugar.

Country of origin: None

Fighting style: Unknown

Devil Jin boasts unnatural abilities, superior range, and (if the wings are anything to go by) flying attacks that make regular Jin look about as impressive as your average gym bro.

Banisher of Demons

Country of origin: Italy​

Fighting style: Sirius Exorcist Arts

The exorcist returns. Once bent on dispatching the devil within Jin Kazama, it's unclear at this time what exactly Claudio's goals may be in Tekken 8. After all, Jin isn't the only 'devil' on the roster.

Light of Hope

Country of origin: Japan​

Fighting style: Kazama-Style Traditional Martial Arts

Without a single appearance in main Tekken games since Tekken 2, Jun's return is a huge deal for long-time fans. For those who aren't in the know, she's Jin's mom, and folks are already hyped to see what role she might have in the evolving narrative.

Country of origin: None

Fighting style: Heihachi-Style Advanced Kuma Shin Ken

The only giant panda in the world with no known country of origin, Panda, Ling Xiaoyu's pet and bodyguard, lumbers her way into Tekken 8.

Country of origin: France

Fighting style: Super Spy CQB

A brand new addition to the roster, Victor Chevalier is a spy extraordinaire. His gadgets include a teleportation device, a gun (how is that fair?), and two knives with which he fights at all times.

The Legendary Dragon

Country of origin: U.S.A

Fighting style: Martial Arts​

Marshall Law, ever on the hunt for cash to fund his restaurant, returns for Tekken 8... One must begin to wonder if Law is truly a match for the restaurant business given how, after decades of trying to make it work, he's still kicking heads to pay the bills.

Harbinger of Chaos

Country of origin: U.S.A

Fighting style: Kickboxing

The definition of an absolute mad lad, Brian Fury is the embodiment of chaos for the sake of havoc.

White Reaper

Country of origin: Russia​

Fighting style: Commando Sambo

When you're nickname is 'The White Angel of Death,' you know you've made it, even if such a nickname doesn't exactly roll off the tongue. Sergei returns to infuriate as King's chief rival in the realm of grappling.