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Tekken 8 Tier List (Best Characters)

Author : Sarah Mar 18,2025

Tekken 8, launched in 2024, delivered a much-needed 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 following *Tekken 8* fighter tier list reflects their current standing. Factors like ease of use and recent balance adjustments influence placement. Remember, this list is subjective, and player skill is a crucial factor.

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
Image via Bandai Namco

These *Tekken 8* characters boast exceptional balance, often considered "broken" due to their numerous offensive and defensive options.

Dragunov, initially a top-tier pick, remains a meta choice despite nerfs, thanks to his strong frame data and mix-ups. Feng's fast, low attacks and powerful counter-hit abilities punish opponents effectively. Jin, the protagonist, offers versatility and deadly combos, making him an easy S-tier choice. His well-rounded moveset and devil gene mechanics are deadly at any range. King's grab attacks are arguably the strongest in the game, making him unpredictable in close-range combat. Law's strong poking game and agility make him difficult to counter. Finally, Nina, though challenging to master, offers effective heat mode and grab attacks.

A Tier

Xiaoyu in Tekken 8

A-tier characters are less challenging than S-tier fighters but remain dangerous and versatile.

Alisa's gimmicks and low attacks make her beginner-friendly. Asuka offers solid defensive options and easy combos for newcomers. Claudio's Starburst state significantly boosts his damage output. Hwoarang's four stances and varied combos cater to both beginners and veterans. Jun's heat smash heals her, and her mix-ups deal significant damage. Kazuya's versatility and powerful combos reward mastery of *Tekken 8* fundamentals. Kuma's size and unpredictable movements make him a formidable opponent. Lars' high speed and mobility allow for effective evasion and wall pressure. Lee's poking game and agility exploit defensive gaps. Leo's strong mix-ups and safe moves maintain pressure. Lili's acrobatic style and few defensive weaknesses make her unpredictable. Raven's speed and teleportation abilities capitalize on defensive lapses. Shaheen's powerful, albeit complex, combos reward dedicated practice. Victor's technological moves adapt to various fighting styles. Xiaoyu's mobility and varied stances make her hard to pin down. Yoshimitsu's health siphoning and teleportation make him a tactical fighter. Finally, Zafina's three stances offer excellent spacing and control.

B Tier

Leroy in Tekken 8

B-tier characters are fun but can be exploited. They are generally well-balanced, requiring practice to compete effectively.

Bryan's high damage output is offset by his slow speed and lack of gimmicks. Eddy's speed, while initially overpowered, is now easily countered due to his lack of pressure and corner control. Jack-8 is a solid fundamental character for newcomers, offering good long-range attacks and wall pressure. Leroy's abilities have been nerfed, making him more susceptible to pressure. Paul's high damage potential requires precise positioning. Reina's offensive strength is countered by her weak defense. Steve's predictability and lack of mix-ups make him easily countered.

C Tier

Panda in Tekken 8

Panda performs similar actions to Kuma but less effectively, lacking Kuma's defensive capabilities and offensive pressure. Her limited range and predictable movements make her the lowest-tier character.

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

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