Tekken 8 Closed Beta Test: How to Sign Up + All Characters

2023 is a great year for fans of fighting games like Tekken 8. Set for a release in early 2024, fans who are looking forward to the release of Tekken 8 can take part in the upcoming closed beta test to see what the new installment in the series has to offer. Here is everything you need to know about the Closed Beta Test for Tekken 8, including how to sign up and all the playable characters during this period.

How to Sign Up for the Tekken 8 Closed Beta Test

The Closed Beta Test for Tekken 8 starts on October 21, 2023, and will be accessible until October 24, 2023. It will also be available for gamers who are on the following platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC via Steam. For gamers who already joined during the game’s Closed Network Test earlier this year, you will automatically have access to the CBT, so make sure to make the most out of these exciting three days!

Ready for the next battle?
Here's what you need to know about the Closed Beta Test:

🤜 Only one application for the CBT can be done per participant.
🤜 Participants to the July CNT will be to able play in the Closed Beta Test. No new application is required.

— TEKKEN (@TEKKEN) September 19, 2023

Now, for those of you who want to join in the upcoming testing period for Tekken 8, all you have to do is follow the steps below. It is important to take note that you can only register ONCE, and it’s likely that many gamers will be registering. Make sure to register as soon as you can in order to secure a slot for the CBT. Registrations will only be accepted until October 11, 2023.

Steps

1. Go to the official registration page of Bandai Namco. Click HERE, and you’ll be redirected to the site. You can also learn more about what’s in store for players who successfully register for the Closed Beta Test.
   • EMEA, NZ, AUS
   • NA, LATAM
   • Asia
2. Log in with your Bandai Namco account. If you don’t have one yet, be sure to sign up and use the proper credentials when doing so.
3. Choose which platform you will use to play Tekken 8. The game is available on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC via Steam.
4. Click “Validate” once you are done filling out the form.
5. You’re all set. You have successfully registered for the Tekken 8 Closed Beta Test.

Quick heads up: registering doesn’t automatically give you a key or code to redeem the CBT version of Tekken 8. It’s important to keep an eye on your inbox to see if you will receive a key from Bandai Namco. If you are successfully chosen to test out the game, redeem the code on whatever platform you will play on and enjoy your three days of trying out Tekken 8.

All Playable Characters in the Tekken 8 Closed Beta Test

There are nineteen playable characters available for you to try out during the Closed Beta Test. Aside from the characters already unlocked during the Closed Network Test, two returning characters and a new face are joining the roster.

Here are the playable characters during the CBT:

1. Jin
2. Kazuya
3. Jun
4. Paul
5. Law
6. King
7. Lars
8. Jack-8
9. Xiaoyu
10. Nina
11. Leroy
12. Lili
13. Asuka
14. Hwoarang
15. Bryan
16. Claudio
17. Raven
18. Feng Wei
19. Azucena (**NEW**)

Aside from the characters, you can also enjoy new features during the Closed Beta Test for Tekken 8. Make sure to register before the form closes if you don’t want to miss out on all the fun!

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