Up next for the Tekken 8 roster is series veteran fighter Ling Xiaoyu, first introduced in Tekken 3. Her graceful fighting style (inspired by a mixture of different Chinese martial arts) and elegant flair have propelled her to become a fan favorite, so it was no surprise to learn she would be returning.
With the increased fidelity of Unreal Engine 5, Ling’s moves flow smoother than ever before. There are hints of Wushu, Bagua, and Tai-Chi in her battle stance, which she incorporates into a graceful offense. Her spry nature and speed have always made her a solid fighter.
The new critical art that Ling uses might not be as flashy as Jun Kazama‘s or someone like Jack-8, but Ling doesn’t need to be brutish to get your attention. She’ll win the match without breaking a sweat and look amazing while doing so.
With Ling Xiaoyu on the roster, that likely means we’ll see Panda make a return in Tekken 8 (though that hasn’t yet been confirmed by Bandai Namco). We’re bound to see a trailer for her in the next few days or so, so keep an eye out. Kuma and Panda rendered in ultra-high fidelity will be a sight to behold.
Previous character trailers for the fighting game have revealed Paul, Marshall Law, and Lars Alexandersson, among others. Tekken 8 is planned for release in 2024 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Stay tuned for more trailers and information as we near release.
Featured image via Bandai Namco.
