Bandai Namco has confirmed that Panda will be a playable character in Tekken 8, adding to the game’s roster of fighters. While there isn’t a trailer available yet, Panda’s profile on the official roster page sheds some light on her role in the game’s story.
According to the description, Panda is on a mission to find Xiaoyu, who is dedicated to locating Jin Kazama. Panda joins Xiaoyu in her global journey, but after six months, there’s still no sign of Jin. Despite this, Panda remains committed to helping Xiaoyu and continues to utilize Heihachi-style Kuma Shinken.
The specifics of Panda’s involvement in the game’s story and how her quest unfolds will likely be revealed as players delve into Tekken 8’s narrative. The highly anticipated fighting game is set to release on January 26th, 2024, for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with a closed beta test scheduled for October.
This announcement adds to the excitement surrounding Tekken 8, and fans can also look forward to the return of the Tekken Ball mini-game and the introduction of the new Super Ghost Battle feature. More details on these aspects and other changes from the network test are available for those eager to dive into the world of Tekken 8.
