Bob is coming to Tekken 8 on August 24

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Bob is coming to Tekken 8 on August 24

Two and a half years after its release on consoles and PC, Tekken 8 keeps getting new characters. The roster will soon welcome a fighter well known to fans of the series.

A video released by Bandai Namco reveals that Bob, who first appeared in Tekken 6, will return in the eighth installment on August 24, 2026. Owners of the Season 3 Pass will have early access starting August 19.

Season 3 will also see Roger Jr. arrive this fall and Yujiro this winter.

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