Tekken 8 DLC trailer shows Yujiro Hanma render; Roger Jr. early access dates revealed
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IGN reported Bandai Namco revealed a trailer giving a first look at Tekken 8 DLC character Yujiro Hanma's in-game render and showcasing Roger Jr.'s gameplay. The trailer, for the game's Season 3 characters, debuted alongside Evo France 2026 and devotes most of its runtime to Roger Jr. IGN reported Roger Jr. is set for November 11 early access and a full release on November 16, while Yujiro does not yet have a proper release date listed.
- What happened: IGN reported Bandai Namco released a trailer that reveals an in-game render of Tekken 8 Season 3 DLC character Yujiro Hanma and shows Roger Jr. gameplay.
- Why it matters: IGN described Roger Jr.'s footage as occupying nearly three of the four-minute trailer and called Yujiro's in-game render 'uncanny' and 'expressive,' highlighting the contrast in focus.
- Context: IGN noted the trailer debuted alongside Evo France 2026 and that previous Season 3 characters Kunimitsu and Bob released in June and August, respectively.
- What next: IGN reported Roger Jr. is scheduled for early access on November 11 and a full release on November 16; IGN also reported that Yujiro still lacks a confirmed release date.
What changed
IGN reported that Bandai Namco published a trailer for Tekken 8's Season 3 DLC that primarily showcases the new kangaroo-and-joey fighter Roger Jr. and includes a shorter teaser for Yujiro Hanma, giving the first in-game look at Yujiro's render.
Availability
- IGN reported Roger Jr. is planned for early access on November 11 and a full release on November 16.
- IGN reported Yujiro does not yet have a proper release date listed in the trailer coverage.
Limits
- All details above are reported by IGN based on the trailer; IGN's piece states the Yujiro segment is shorter and does not provide a release date for Yujiro.
- The trailer debuted alongside Evo France 2026, per IGN, and IGN also records that Kunimitsu and Bob were released in June and August, respectively.