Tekken 8 Reveals Bob's August 19 Early Access Release in Gameplay Trailer
Bob's return and the inclusion of Yujiro Hanma continue Tekken 8's pattern of mixing legacy fighters with crossover guests across its third season pass.
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Bandai Namco Entertainment revealed at EVO 2026 a gameplay trailer for Bob, the next Season 3 character for Tekken 8. Bob enters early access on August 19 with a full release on August 24. Other Season 3 characters include Kunimitsu, Roger Jr., and Yujiro Hanma from the Baki series.
Bandai Namco Entertainment showed the gameplay reveal trailer for Bob at EVO 2026 on Sunday, confirming the character as the second Season 3 fighter for Tekken 8. Bob will be available in early access on August 19 and will release fully on August 24. The Season 3 lineup also includes Kunimitsu, who launched in early June, Roger Jr. scheduled for fall, and Yujiro Hanma, the father of Baki Hanma from the Baki manga and anime, who will debut in early 2027. Season 2 previously added Anna Williams, Fahkumram, Armor King, and Miary Zo. Tekken 8 launched in January 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
- Bob: early access August 19, full release August 24
- Kunimitsu: launched June 2 in Japan, June 1 in U.S.
- Roger Jr.: launching in fall 2026
- Yujiro Hanma: debuting in early 2027
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