Tekken 8 Tier List: A Comprehensive Ranking of Fighters (2024-2025)

Tekken 8's 2024 release marked a significant gameplay and balance overhaul. Over a year later, this tier list assesses the current roster's strengths and weaknesses. Remember, this is subjective and player skill is a crucial factor.

S Tier

• Dragunov: Despite nerfs, his frame data and mix-ups remain highly effective.
• Feng: Rapid, low attacks and powerful counter-hit capabilities make him a formidable opponent.
• Jin: Highly adaptable and versatile, his devastating combos are easy to execute for various play styles.
• King: Dominates close-range combat with unparalleled grab attacks and unpredictable chain throws.
• Law: A strong poking game and agile counter-hits make him difficult to overcome.
• Nina: While demanding mastery, her heat mode and grab attacks offer high reward.

A Tier

A-tier fighters are less challenging to master than S-tier but remain potent and effective counters.

• Alisa: Easy to learn, her gimmicks and low attacks provide consistent pressure.
• Asuka: Ideal for beginners, offering solid defense and straightforward combos.
• Claudio: Predictable until his Starburst activates, unleashing devastating damage.
• Hwoarang: Versatile stances and combos cater to both beginners and veterans.
• Jun: Strong mix-ups and health regeneration via heat smash make her a force to be reckoned with.
• Kazuya: Mastering his versatile style unlocks high-damage combos and effective counters.
• Kuma: His size creates unpredictable movements and strong defense.
• Lars: High mobility and wall pressure allow for aggressive play.
• Lee: Impressive poking game and agile counter-attacks exploit defensive weaknesses.
• Leo: Strong mix-ups and relatively safe moves maintain offensive pressure.
• Lili: Acrobatic fighting style leads to unpredictable combos and strong defense.
• Raven: Speed, teleportation, and shadow clones make him a challenging opponent.
• Shaheen: High skill ceiling, but his powerful and hard-to-break combos reward dedicated players.
• Victor: Adaptable technological moves counter various fighting styles.
• Xiaoyu: High mobility and adaptable stances make her difficult to pin down.
• Yoshimitsu: Health siphoning and teleportation create tactical advantages.
• Zafina: Three stances provide excellent spacing and unpredictable mix-ups.

B Tier

B-tier characters are enjoyable but vulnerable to exploitation. Balance is key to success with these fighters.

• Bryan: High damage output but slow speed and limited gimmicks make him predictable.
• Eddy: Fast attacks are easily countered, and his lack of pressure makes him vulnerable.
• Jack-8: Solid for beginners, offering good range, wall pressure, and throws.
• Leroy: Nerfed damage and frame data issues make him less effective.
• Paul: High damage potential but lacks agility and versatility.
• Reina: Strong offense but weak defense makes her easily punished.
• Steve: Requires significant practice and has many counters.

C Tier

Panda's inferior version of Kuma's abilities places her at the bottom of the tier list. Limited range and predictable movements hinder her effectiveness.

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