What is the best Tekken game of all time?

From the 1994 original that launched a 3D fighting revolution to the next-gen spectacle of Tekken 8, Bandai Namco's iconic series has decades of legendary entries — pick your favourite instalment of all time.

1

Tekken

The 1994 arcade original that launched the franchise with 3D polygon fighters and a revolutionary juggle-based combat system.

2

Tekken 2

The 1995 sequel that refined the combat engine with new moves, more characters, and a deeper story mode on PlayStation.

3

Tekken 3

The 1997 masterpiece widely considered the greatest fighting game of all time, introducing Ling Xiaoyu, Jin Kazama, and Bryan Fury.

4

Tekken Tag Tournament

The 2000 dream showdown featuring a massive roster of tag-team gameplay, beloved for including every fighter from across the series.

5

Tekken 4

The 2001 entry with a grittier art direction and walled stages that divided fans but introduced Steve Fox and the iconic Mishima Zaibatsu story arc.

6

Tekken 5

The 2004 fan-favourite that overhauled the fighting system with snappier mechanics, the beloved Devil Within mode, and a massive character roster.

7

Tekken 5: Dark Resurrection

The 2005 expanded edition of Tekken 5 adding new characters like Lili and Dragunov, refined balance, and an improved game engine.

8

Tekken 6

The 2009 entry introducing the Rage system and the massive Scenario Campaign mode, alongside new fan favourites Alisa and Lars.

9

Tekken Tag Tournament 2

The 2012 all-star roster tag battle featuring 59 fighters, praised as the ultimate Tekken celebration before the series' competitive era.

10

Tekken 7

The 2015 tournament-scene titan built on Unreal Engine 4, featuring rage arts, slow-motion duels, and Akuma as a guest fighter.

11

Tekken 8

The 2024 next-generation entry pushing graphics and gameplay to new heights with the Heat system, an expanded roster, and crossover DLC characters.