Tekken fans got the ultimate one-two punch at EVO 2025 as Bandai Namco unveiled major updates for Tekken 8, including the return of a fan-favorite fighter, the reveal of a brand-new original character, and the location and dates for the Tekken World Tour 2025 Finals. Held in Las Vegas, EVO became the center of the fighting game universe over the weekend, as the TEKKEN™ 8 showcase delivered heat, hype, and high-stakes competition.
Here’s everything you need to know from the EVO 2025 Tekken 8 drop — including when to expect Armor King, who Miary Zo is, and where the world’s best players will battle it out next.
🔥 Armor King Returns October 16 with Explosive Gameplay
The legendary Armor King makes his grand comeback in Tekken 8, complete with a fiery new look and his signature brutal wrestling combos. Nicknamed the “Dark Supernova,” this jet-black beast now boasts a flaming mane and brings a high-impact moveset that’s already shaking up the meta.
Revealed during EVO via an action-packed gameplay trailer, Armor King officially joins the Tekken 8 roster on October 16, 2025. Players who hold the Season 2 Character Pass or Character & Stage Pass will receive 72-hour early access starting October 13.
This addition brings the total number of fighters in Tekken 8 to 39, with more coming soon as the game enters its second season of post-launch content.
❄️ Meet Miary Zo — Tekken 8’s First Original DLC Fighter
Winter 2025 will welcome Miary Zo, a brand-new original character from Madagascar, and the final DLC fighter in Tekken 8’s Season 2. Her debut marks a historic first for the franchise, as she’s the first wholly original DLC character introduced in the game.
While details remain under wraps, her reveal trailer teased a gorgeous new stage set in Madagascar, featuring stunning sun-soaked backdrops, traditional architecture, and the island’s iconic baobab trees.
With her roots grounded in rich history and a fresh design, Miary Zo brings a new perspective to the Tekken universe — one that fans are already eager to explore.
🏆 Tekken World Tour 2025 Finals Head to Malmö, Sweden
Following a thrilling EVO showdown where Arslan Ash once again claimed victory, Bandai Namco closed out the weekend with a major esports announcement: The Tekken World Tour 2025 Finals will be held in Malmö, Sweden, from January 29 to February 1, 2026.
- Group Stages (Global + Regional Leaderboards): January 29–30
- Finals Main Event: January 31 – February 1
This will be the first time Sweden hosts the grand finale of the King of Iron Fist Tournament, and it promises to deliver icy competition and unforgettable matchups.
🌐 Follow all updates at: https://tekkenworldtour.com
📱 Tekken 8 Is Available Now
Developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc., Tekken 8 is currently available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. With its Unreal Engine 5 visuals, aggressive battle mechanics, and a growing roster of diverse fighters, the game continues to dominate the competitive fighting scene.
💥 Explore the full character roster at https://tekken.com
Whether you’re here for Armor King’s comeback, curious about Miary Zo, or planning to follow the road to Sweden, now is the perfect time to jump into the ring.
