Several months have passed since the arrival of the Season 3 update for Tekken 8. The patch was originally pitched as a return to the series’ roots, aiming to steer the game “back to basics” after Season 2’s balance changes were met with mixed reactions from the community.
Popular content creator TheMainManSWE has now released a fresh difficulty tier list reflecting the current state of the roster in Season 3. It’s worth noting that the video was published before Kunimitsu joined the game, meaning she is not included in the rankings.
At the very top of the difficulty scale, according to the list, sit Kazuya, Jin, Devil Jin, and Shaheen. It’s a striking grouping, especially as several members of the Mishima bloodline—arguably the franchise’s most recognizable faces—are also among the most demanding characters to master.
Characters such as Bryan, Paul, Armor King, Steve, Dragunov, and Hwoarang fall into a middle tier where execution still matters, but players can lean on certain more accessible tools to stay effective in matches.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Lidia, Alisa, King, Leroy, Panda, Kuma, Jun, Lars, Eddy, Zafina, and Anna are described as the most approachable picks. TheMainManSWE goes as far as labeling them “braindead,” emphasizing how straightforward their game plans can feel compared to the rest of the roster.
Spanning roughly 27 minutes, the video breaks down each character’s placement in detail, offering viewers a comprehensive guide to the current difficulty landscape. Overall, it serves as a useful reference point for players deciding which fighter to invest time in for Tekken 8.
