Tekken 8 has thrilled fans with the announcement of Armor King as the next DLC character, revealed during Fahkumram's gameplay trailer. Dive deeper to discover more about the return of this fierce masked wrestler and the anticipated release of Fahkumram.
Armor King is One of TEKKEN 8’s Next DLC Characters
Revealed During Fahkumram’s Gameplay Trailer
Bandai Namco unveiled Armor King as the upcoming DLC character following Fahkumram. During Fahkumram's gameplay trailer, fans got a glimpse of the game's Season 2 pass, which highlighted the return of the brutal masked wrestler to the King of Iron Fist tournament.
In a social media post on May 26, Bandai Namco released a dedicated video focusing on Armor King's announcement. His updated appearance features his iconic armor outfit, now enhanced with gold accents and adorned with gold chains. Additionally, he sports a fur neck coat and performs his signature flame-breath taunt.
As a beloved veteran of the series, Armor King has been a staple since the original Tekken game. He was also featured in Tekken 7's DLC roster, known for his aggressive playstyle. Fans are eager to see how his moveset will adapt to Tekken 8, particularly with the introduction of the new Heat system. Many expect him to bring powerful and unique grappling techniques akin to those of King.
Armor King is scheduled to make his debut in Tekken 8 as a DLC character in Autumn 2025. While the exact release date remains under wraps, stay tuned for more updates on the game's DLC by checking out our related article below!
