Roger Jr. has arrived in Tekken 8 for Season 3 Pass holders, with everyone else able to buy the character from 17 November 2026. Early access begins today, 12 November, so the kangaroo contingent gets a few days to start causing problems before the wider roster has to deal with it.
Bandai Namco’s official announcement confirms the dates across PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC through Steam. Roger Jr. joins Bob and Kunimitsu in Season 3, with Yujiro Hanma still listed as an upcoming character.
His return brings Commando Wrestling, combining dynamic attacks with professional-wrestling throws. There is also a fresh story complication involving a destroyed G Corporation building, an accusation against Roger Jr. and a journey with his mother to confront the people responsible, because apparently this series needed another family having a difficult week.
The character first appeared in Tekken 5, and his mother remains a central part of the setup. The new trailer and starter guide should help you decide whether this is your next main or simply the next opponent you need to learn to defend against.
A second Nike collaboration has been announced alongside the DLC. King-inspired items drawing on Tekken 3 and Tekken 8 are planned for Fight Pass Round 12, while the Arena stage will receive a Nike theme for a limited time. Further details are due through official channels, so those additions should not be treated as a fully dated shopping list just yet.
For now, the practical distinction is between the two character-access dates: Season 3 Pass owners can start today, while general purchase follows on 17 November. That gives pass holders a head start on learning the moves, although it offers no protection against being spectacularly outplayed by a kangaroo.