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Tekken 8 DLC and character announcements
Overview
Bandai Namco announced new downloadable content (DLC) for Tekken 8 during the Evo France event. The updates include the addition of Roger Jr., a character described as a “Pocket Commander” who utilizes a pro-wrestling inspired combat style. Roger Jr. is scheduled for early access for Season 3 Character Pass holders in mid-November 2026, with a general release following shortly after.
The announcement also detailed the inclusion of Yujiro Hanma, a guest character from the Baki series. While a specific release date for Yujiro Hanma was not confirmed, a gameplay trailer is scheduled to premiere during the Tekken World Tour Finals on January 17, 2027. The Season 3 Pass is expected to include Bob and Kunimitsu alongside these characters.
Entities
Tekken 8 · Yujiro Hanma · Roger Jr. · JeonDDing · Bandai Namco
Timeline
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[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sourcesBandai Namco reveals Roger Jr. and Yujiro Hanma updates for Tekken 8
Bandai Namco announced that Roger Jr. will join Tekken 8 in November 2026 as part of Season 3, alongside updates for Yujiro Hanma and news from the Evo France tournament.
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[TECHNOLOGY] 17 sourcesTekken 8 announces Roger Jr. release date and Baki crossover
Bandai Namco announced that Tekken 8 will add Roger Jr. in November 2026, alongside a teaser for Baki the Grappler's Yujiro Hanma arriving in Winter 2026/2027.
Sources
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