Bandai Namco recently unveiled a new trailer for Tekken 8, featuring an unexpected twist. What caught many off guard was the decision to show the trailer in a live-action format.

What was even more unexpected was the inclusion of professional Tekken esports players. What sets these players apart is not only their expertise in the game but also the fact that they each represent their home countries. Among the players featured are Arslan Ash from Pakistan, King Jae from the United Kingdom, Geni1us also known as Norman Chatrier representing France, and Sephiblack from Germany.

The trailer also showcases a special guest appearance by Hafþór Björnsson, an Icelandic professional strongman and actor best known for his role as The Mountain in the HBO series Game of Thrones. This unexpected collaboration adds a unique and unexpected twist to the upcoming Tekken instalment.

The video has received widespread acclaim from fans on various social media platforms, and Bandai Namco has effectively generated anticipation for the game’s impending release. The anticipation is reaching its peak as fans eagerly await the opportunity to finally experience what promises to be the next major contender in the realm of fighting games.

Tekken 8 is slated to launch for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam on 26 January 2024. Stay tuned for our Tekken 8 review.

Watch the trailer below.