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New Tekken 8 Season 3 tier list released by BoogardMG
Season 3 for Tekken 8 applied a back-to-basics balancing philosophy that attempted to do away with all the unpopular changes introduced in Season 2. Up to this point, Kunimitsu and Bob have already been released for this season, but we're still waiting on Roger Jr. and Yujiro Han…
Two professional competitors collaborate to create new tier list for Tekken 8 Season 3
The Season 3 patch for Tekken 8 implemented a "back to basics" design philosophy that ultimately aimed to undo many of the unpopular changes introduced in Season 2. As such, the meta has changed quite a bit going into this third season. Reject| Raef and NASR| TekkenMaster recentl…
Update: Patch notes for version 3.02.02 for Tekken 8 are now live
Update: Patch 3.02.02 is now live. Patch notes can be found after the jump. Earlier: Patch 3.02 for Tekken 8 added Bob to the game. He's the second DLC fighter to join via Season 3 after Kunimitsu .
Tekken 8 patch to drop tonight to address bugs associated with Kuma and Panda
Patch 3.02 for Tekken 8 added Bob to the game. He's the second DLC fighter to join via Season 3 after Kunimitsu . It would seem that Bandai Namco has recently become aware of a few bugs within Tekken 8 that are in need of being addressed. It's been announced that a new patch is s…
Tekken 8 With DLSS 5 Looks Even Better Than Its Mind-Blowing Pre-Release Trailer
In September 2022, Bandai Namco revealed the first in-engine trailer for Tekken 8. That trailer blew everyone away with its graphics. Sadly, though, Bandai Namco downgraded the game’s graphics. But now, with DLSS 5, PC gamers can make Tekken 8 look even better than that pre-relea…
TheMainManSWE releases new Tekken 8 tier list after the patch that added Bob to the game
Bob recently joined Tekken 8 via the latest patch for the game. Of course, this update introduced some notable adjustments to various members of the roster. As such, TheMainManSWE has released a new tier list for Tekken 8. He has even decided on where to place Bob, though this po…
Tekken 8 Producer talks delivering fans the 'Yujiro Hanma experience' while balancing the paradox of the strongest fighter losing matches
Tekken 8 just received Bob as the second DLC character of Season 3 , but most of the attention has been going to the last fighter still on the way. Back at Combo Breaker , Bandai Namco announced that Yujiro Hanma from Grappler Baki will close out Tekken 8's content this season, s…
Tekken 8 Welcomes Back Bob as Its Newest Season 3 DLC Fighter
Bob has joined the Tekken 8 roster as the fighting game’s latest Season 3 DLC character. Season 3 Pass owners can play him in early access starting today, August 20, 2026, before he becomes available for individual purchase on August 24. Tekken 8 is available for PlayStation 5, X…
Tekken 8 competitor releases new tier list just as Bob joins the roster
The Season 3 patch for Tekken 8 introduced a "back-to-basics" meta that largely undid many of the widely unpopular changes implemented in Season 2. Paulee is known for placing 65th at Evo France 2025 and 49th at the Last Chance Qualifier for the Tekken World Tour 2025 Finals , ju…
Tekken 8 Gets New Starter Guide Video for Newest Roster Addition Bob
The fighter is equipped with a variety of moves that take advantage of his large frame, raw strength, and surprising agility and dexterity.
Yujiro Hanma in Tekken 8: How Do You Balance a Character Famous for Never Losing a Fight?
IGN interviews Tekken series chief producer, Naoya Yasuda, to find out more on Yujiro's upcoming addition to the Tekken 8 roster.
Tekken 8 Version 3.02 patch notes for Bob's update
It feels like Kunimitsu just released not that long ago for Tekken 8 , but the time has already come to welcome back another familiar face to the cast. Bandai Namco has now released the official Tekken 8 Version 3.02 patch notes for the game's new update that adds Bob to the rost…
Tekken 8 says Summer isn't over just yet with new swimsuit DLC costumes revealed
Fighting games and swimsuit costumes go together like chocolate and peanut butter, so there's always room for more. Tekken 8 is about to drop its new update with Bob as Season 3's second DLC character , but that won't be all they're adding to the game.
Maintenance times for Bob's early access release for Tekken 8 revealed, patch notes incoming
Bob of Season 3 for Tekken 8 is set to be released via early access on August 19, 2026. Those without that early access perk will have to wait until August 24, 2026 to get access to the character. Of course, this means that Bandai Namco must prepare an update to make Bob compatib…
Tekken 8's Former Director Rejoins Harada at His New SNK Fighting Game Studio
Getting the band back together. You may recall that the Tekken 8 development team has lost a couple of heavyweights in recent times, following on from ongoing struggles to manage the fighting game in the months after its launch. The most notable departure was that of Katsuhiro Ha…
Tekken 8 director jumps ship to join Harada's new Vs Studio team
Kohei Ikeda, the game director of Tekken 8 , has joined Katsuhiro Harada at recently formed and rival SNK developer Vs Studio.
M. Zubair wins Tekken 8 finals at Esports World Cup
AG.AL’s Khawaja “M. Zubair” Muhammad Zubair defeated Yoon “LowHigh” Sun-woong in the grand finals for Tekken 8 at the Esports World Cup. Not only...
Alright, I’ve watched the Tekken 8 EWC tourney so far, and here is my prediction for the Top 8
The excitement never ends for the FGC at the Esports World Cup, with Tekken 8 currently in full swing. Even in just the first two group stages, the competition has already shown that it’s going to be fierce and that nobody is handing out free wins. With that said, wouldn’t it be…
Tekken 8 EWC Last Chance Qualifier results
Update : This story has been updated with final results. This weekend will see the Last Chance Qualifier for the Esports World Cup 2026's Tekken 8 competition taking place in Paris, France. Notable players participating include THY|Chikurin, S8UL|Tetsu, T1|Edge, Varrel|Pinya, WBG…
Tekken 8 EWC Last Chance Qualifier live stream ft. Chikurin, Tetsu, Edge, Pinya, XCC, Dawood Sikandar, Kkokkoma, Qudans, Book, Double, JDCR and more
This weekend will see the Last Chance Qualifier for the Esports World Cup 2026's Tekken 8 competition taking place in Paris, France. Notable players participating include THY|Chikurin, S8UL|Tetsu, T1|Edge, Varrel|Pinya, WBG|XCC, ORC|Dawood Sikandar, WBG|Kkokkoma, Z10|Qudans, ONIC…
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