TEKKEN 8 has unveiled a new gameplay trailer for Roger Jr., bringing back the kangaroo fighter originally introduced in TEKKEN 5 as the third playable character in Season 3. Revealed during EVO France, the Pocket Commander will join the roster this November, using his distinctive combination of powerful attacks and devastating throws to take on the competition. Season 3 Character Pass owners in North America can access Roger Jr. starting November 12, with the character becoming available to everyone on November 17, 2026.
Roger Jr.’s return also brings a new story involving his family and G Corporation. After confronting his unfaithful father, Roger, he finds himself wrongly framed for the destruction of a G Corporation building. With his mother by his side, Roger Jr. sets out to defeat those responsible and take down the corporation’s leader, forcing the pair to fight their way through a dangerous manhunt.
Using his Commando Wrestling fighting style, Roger Jr. combines dynamic attacks with powerful pro-wrestling throws to keep opponents on the defensive. His partnership with his mother remains central to his identity, giving the returning fighter a distinctive presence among TEKKEN 8’s roster. The new trailer offers another look at how their unconventional fighting approach translates to the latest entry in the long-running fighting game series.
Roger Jr. joins Bob and Kunimitsu as the latest addition to Season 3, with Yujiro Hanma still on the way. The EVO France trailer also offered a first look at Yujiro’s in-game appearance, although his gameplay will have to wait a little longer. His next trailer is scheduled to be revealed during the TEKKEN World Tour Finals on January 17, 2027, giving fans another look at the upcoming character.
EVO France also saw JeonDDing crowned champion of the TEKKEN 8 tournament, adding another major competitive highlight ahead of the TEKKEN World Tour Finals, which will take place at EVO Singapore in 2027.
Developed by Bandai Namco Studios, TEKKEN 8 is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.