Bandai Namco has released a new Starter Guide trailer for Roger Jr. ahead of his debut in Tekken 8, alongside confirming a second NIKE collaboration for the game. Roger Jr. will release for early access players on November 11, and for everyone else on November 16.
The new TEKKEN Fight Pass – Round 12 will feature new NIKE-themed cosmetics inspired by King’s appearance in Tekken 3 and Tekken 8. It will also include a limited-time NIKE theme for the Arena stage. Plus, the latest trailer for Roger Jr. showcases his playstyle and his Commando Wrestling fighting style. Check out the Starter Guide for Roger Jr. in Tekken 8 below:
Tekken 8 is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. So far, Season 3 has comprised of Kunimitsu and Bob. The next DLC character after Roger Jr. is Yujiro Hanma from the Baki franchise. Additionally, Bandai Namco will reveal more details about Yujiro Hanma at the Tekken World Tour Finals on January 17, 2027. Furthermore, SNK recently announced that Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves will add Reina from Tekken 8 as a DLC character in December 2026.
The Steam page describes Tekken 8 as follows:
The game features a rich roster of over 32 characters with meticulously detailed high-resolution models that push modern hardware to its limits. Experience exciting battles with new battle features like Heat, or get yourself out of tough situations with powerful ultimate moves known as Rage Arts. With the new control system, Special Style, you can perform powerful combos with just a simple button, making the game even more accessible to newcomers.
There are many ways to enjoy TEKKEN 8. Become immersed in the longest ongoing storyline in video game history with single-player story mode or fully express yourself with character customization. Create your avatar and take on various arcade challenges or visit the interactive online lobby to face off against players from around the world. And with online battle modes like Ranked Match, you can jump straight into the action.
