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Tekken brought martial arts to the third dimension with a focus on limb-based controls and heavy-hitting impact. While its story centers on the increasingly explosive Mishima family bloodline, its gameplay is defined by a massive roster of diverse fighting styles and a high skill ceiling. It remains one of the most popular and enduring fighting game series in both arcades and on home consoles.

SINCE 1994 · 10 GAMES

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  1. 1990s

    Tekken

    1994 · Arcade, PlayStation

    The first King of Iron Fist Tournament. A landmark 3D fighter that launched a dynasty.

    Mainline Entries

    2 releases & editions

  2. Tekken 2

    1995 · Arcade, PlayStation

    Expanded the roster and refined the mechanics, establishing Tekken as a premier fighting series.

    Mainline Entries

    2 releases & editions

  3. Tekken 3

    1997 · Arcade, PlayStation

    A technical marvel on the PS1, often cited as one of the greatest fighting games of all time.

    Mainline Entries

    2 releases & editions

  4. Tekken Tag Tournament

    1999 · Arcade, PlayStation 2

    A dream match featuring almost every character from the first three games, introducing tag mechanics.

    Tag Tournament

    2 releases & editions

  5. 2000s

    Tekken 4

    2001 · Arcade, PlayStation 2

    Introduced walled environments and experimental movement mechanics, with a darker story tone.

    Mainline Entries

    2 releases & editions

  6. Tekken 5

    2004 · Arcade, PlayStation 2

    A return to form that combined the best of Tekken 3 and 4, featuring a massive roster and deep customization.

    Mainline Entries

    2 releases & editions

  7. Tekken 6

    2007 · Arcade, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PSP

    Introduced the 'Rage' system and even larger, multi-tiered stages.

    Mainline Entries

    4 releases & editions

  8. 2010s

    Tekken Tag Tournament 2

    2011 · Arcade, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U

    The ultimate tag-team experience, featuring over 50 characters and complex tag-combo systems.

    Tag Tournament

    4 releases & editions

  9. Tekken 7

    2015 · Arcade, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC

    Powered by Unreal Engine 4, featuring cinematic story transitions and guest characters like Akuma.

    Mainline Entries

    4 releases & editions

  10. 2020s

    Tekken 8

    2024 · PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC

    A next-gen powerhouse focusing on 'Aggressive' gameplay with the new Heat System.

    Mainline Entries

    3 releases & editions