Tekken 8: Top Character Rankings

Mar 14,25

Tekken 8, released in 2024, marked a significant gameplay and balance overhaul for the series. Over a year later, here's a comprehensive tier list of the best fighters:

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The *Tekken 8* roster, encompassing characters both established and new, presents a diverse range of strengths. This tier list reflects current standings, acknowledging the subjective nature of rankings and the impact of player skill. Remember, character balance is fluid and subject to change with updates.

TierCharacters
SDragunov, Feng, Nina, Jin, King, Law
AAlisa, Asuka, Claudio, Hwoarang, Jun, Kazuya, Kuma, Lars, Lee, Leo, Lili, Raven, Shaheen, Victor, Xiaoyu, Yoshimitsu, Zafina
BBryan, Eddy, Jack-8, Leroy, Paul, Reina, Steve
CPanda

S Tier

Image of Jin, a male fighter with red boxing gloves and black hair, preparing to battle in Tekken 8.
Image via Bandai Namco

S-tier characters boast exceptional balance, often considered "broken" due to their overwhelming offensive or defensive capabilities.

Dragunov: Initially a dominant force, Dragunov remains a meta choice thanks to his strong frame data and mix-ups. Feng: His fast, low attacks and powerful counter-hit abilities make him a formidable opponent. Jin: Highly adaptable and versatile, Jin's deadly combos make him an easy S-tier pick. His devil gene mechanics add another layer of complexity. King: Masterful in grab attacks, King's unpredictable chain throws dominate close-range combat. Law: A strong poker with agility and versatile counter-hits, Law is difficult to open up against. Nina: While demanding to master, Nina's effective heat mode and grab attacks make her a powerful force.

A Tier

Xiaoyu in Tekken 8

A-tier characters are less challenging to learn than their S-tier counterparts but remain potent and effective.

Alisa: Her gimmicks and low attacks make her accessible to beginners. Asuka: Ideal for newcomers, Asuka offers solid defensive options and easy combos. Claudio: While readable, his Starburst state significantly boosts his damage output. Hwoarang: His four stances and diverse combos cater to both beginners and veterans. Jun: Jun's heat smash offers significant health recovery, and her mix-ups deliver substantial damage. Kazuya: His versatile fighting style and powerful combos reward skilled play. Kuma: Kuma's awkward movements and strong defense make him surprisingly effective. Lars: High-speed and mobile, Lars excels at evasion and wall pressure. Lee: Lee's strong poking game and stance transitions exploit defensive gaps. Leo: Leo's strong mix-ups and safe moves put consistent pressure on opponents. Lili: Her acrobatic style and unpredictable combos create distance and pressure. Raven: Raven's speed, teleportation, and shadow clone make him a difficult target. Shaheen: Despite a steep learning curve, Shaheen's combos and range are incredibly strong. Victor: Victor's technological moves allow him to adapt to various fighting styles. Xiaoyu: Her mobility and diverse stances make her highly adaptable. Yoshimitsu: Yoshimitsu's health siphoning and teleportation make him a tactical choice. Zafina: Mastering Zafina's three stances unlocks her exceptional spacing and control.

B Tier

Leroy in Tekken 8

B-tier characters are enjoyable but more easily exploited. They require practice to compete effectively against higher-tier characters.

Bryan: High damage output but slow and lacks gimmicks. Eddy: Fast but easily countered due to his lack of pressure and cornering abilities. Jack-8: Solid for beginners, offering good range, wall pressure, and throws. Leroy: Nerfed since release, his damage and frame data are less advantageous. Paul: High damage potential but lacks agility and versatility. Reina: Strong offense but weak defense, easily punished on whiffs. Steve: Requires practice and is predictable due to a lack of mix-ups.

C Tier

Panda in Tekken 8

Panda: Outperformed by Kuma in almost every aspect, lacking range and predictable movements.

Tekken 8 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

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