Heihachi Mishima's Triumphant Return Announced at Evo 2024 for Tekken 8 DLC

The conclusion of the major annual fighting game event, Evo 2024, took place last night in Las Vegas, and plans for next year's event have already been confirmed. Known for showcasing impressive performances in games like King of Fighters XV and Street Fighter 6, Evo also serves as a prime platform for companies to announce upcoming games or new content for existing titles expected in the coming months.

This year, Bandai Namco used the event to make a significant announcement related to Tekken 8, revealing the third DLC character who is a fan favorite from the series' early days. Heihachi Mishima is making his return to the King of Iron Fist Tournament, despite his apparent demise in the previous installment. The studio and publisher marked the return of the formidable, mustachioed elder with a trailer, which is available for viewing below.

This autumn, Heihachi Mishima will be added to Tekken 8 as a paid character. Fans eagerly await to see what his comeback signifies for the extended narrative of the Tekken series. What are your thoughts on Heihachi's return to the competition arena?