Tekken 8's guest DLC character list hasn't been fully revealed yet, but already, fans are asking for a fan-favorite character from a different franchise.
Shortly after Tekken 8 launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X, and PC last January 26, Katsuhiro Harada addressed the demand to bring Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7 to the popular fighting game.
Harada, aware of the intense fan interest, acknowledged the appeal of Tifa, stating, "We all know she is attractive and I understand that." However, he emphasized that no decisions have been made regarding guest characters for Tekken 8. This statement, while not outright dismissing the possibility of Tifa's inclusion, suggests that the Tekken team is still considering its options.
Tekken has a history of introducing guest characters from various popular franchises. Tekken 7, for instance, included Akuma from the Street Fighter series, Noctis from Final Fantasy 15, Geese Howard from the Fatal Fury games, and The Walking Dead's Negan. This tradition of cross-franchise characters has fueled the hopes of fans who desire to see Tifa join the Tekken lineup.
The current roster for Tekken 8 includes both familiar faces and newcomers, with Bandai Namco promising additional characters through seasonal releases. The first confirmed DLC character is Eddy Gordo, a franchise staple, set to make his return. The inclusion of guest characters, like in Tekken 7, remains a possibility, given the game's history and the excitement it generates among players.