Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. has begun general access to the eighth additional playable character, Miary Zo, and the new stage, BAOBAB HORIZON, for Tekken 8 starting Friday, December 5, 2025. Additionally, a campaign to win an original sweatshirt commemorating the release is currently underway.
General Access Begins for the Eighth Additional Character, "Miary Zo," and New Stage, "BAOBAB HORIZON"!
General access to the eighth additional character, "Miary Zo," and the new stage, "BAOBAB HORIZON," for "Tekken 8" began on Friday, December 5, 2025. A "Miary Zo" Starter Guide has been released on the Bandai Namco Entertainment America, so be sure to check it out.
New Character, "Miary Zo"
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Miary Zo, the first character in the over 30-year history of the "Tekken" series to hail from the African nation of Madagascar, possesses the power of the "Silver Fighting God" that appears in Malagasy folklore and is affectionately called the fighting god reborn.
"Tekken 8" Official WebsiteMiary Zo is affectionately known among the people in her village as the fighting god reborn, a reference to the Silver Fighting God of Madagascan legend. "When all the ancient baobab trees wither in a single breath, a child bearing the scarlet eyes of the fighting god shall be born." So prophesized the renowned fortune-teller (a Mpanandro), Miary Zo's grandmother. And indeed, when Miary Zo was born, she possessed eyes the color of glowing coals, as well as a deep fascination with nature and the wildlife that inhabits it. Her many days of observing animals and mimicking their movements led to an inevitable interest in martial arts and the ability to communicate through battle. Win or lose, she treated her opponents with respect, calling them her "BFF's, or "battle friends forever." With her cheerful and openhearted demeanor, she quickly made friends with professional fighters across the country and improved her fighting capabilities at a remarkable speed. It was not long before word spread all over the globe about Madagascar's second-to-none martial artist. Renowned fighters—especially those from mainland Africa—paid her a visit to see if she measured up. Miary Zo found joy in communicating through these battles. However, one fateful day six months ago, blue markings suddenly illuminated and decorated her body. Paired with an inexplicable fever, she fell to the ground unconscious. Several months passed before she finally awoke. When she did, her grandmother told her that she was the vessel of the Silver Fighting God and that the time had come for her to go out into the world. As if hearing her grandmother's words, a power greater than that she'd ever felt surged through her body, and two ring-tailed lemurs—animals said to be messengers of the Silver Fighting God—appeared at her side. Miary Zo tried to shoo them away, but they continued to shadow her every step. So, she named the pair "Vanilla" and "Cacao," then set out into the vast world that awaited her in search of new "BFF”’s, just as her grandmother's prophecy had foretold. "A whole wide world full of exciting people is out there! I can just feel it! Maybe I'll make a thousand 'BFF's!
Details about "Miary Zo" can be found on the "Tekken 8" Official Website Character Introduction Page.
New Stage, "BAOBAB HORIZON"
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The new stage, BAOBAB HORIZON, named after the eighth additional playable character, "Miary Zo," is now available. The "Tekken 8" development team created this stage based on local research in Madagascar, recreating baobab trees and rural scenery. Furthermore, as the rounds progress, the stage transitions from day to evening, allowing players to enjoy a different atmosphere due to the change in the time of day.
In addition, animals native to Madagascar, such as ring-tailed lemurs and chameleons, appear on the stage! A chameleon is said to be hiding somewhere on the stage, so be sure to look for it.
Original Wallpapers Commemorating The "Miary Zo" Release Are Being Distributed!
Four original wallpapers commemorating the release of "Miary Zo" are being distributed on the "TEKKEN OFFICIAL" Official Website. Be sure to download them!
A Campaign Commemorating The "Miary Zo" Release Is Also Being Held in Japan!
To commemorate the release of "Miary Zo," a campaign is currently being held in Japan where 20 winners will be chosen by lottery to win an original Miary Zo sweatshirt. To enter, simply follow the Official "Tekken 8" X (@TEKKEN_Project) account and post with the hashtag "#ミアリズのここが好き (WhatILikeAboutMiaryZo)"! Details on this campaign can be found on the "Tekken 8" Official Website.
(Note: This campaign is exclesively for the residents in Japan.)
- Prize: Original Miary Zo Sweatshirt
- Number of Winners: 20 people
- Campaign Period: From Friday, December 5, 2025, to Sunday, December 14, 11:59 PM
- How to Participate: Follow the Official X (@TEKKEN_Project) account and post with the hashtag "#ミアリズのここが好き."
／ 本日より一般アクセス開始！#鉄拳8 #ミアリズ 配信記念キャンペーン
＼🔽参加方法
①@TEKKEN_Project をフォロー
② #ミアリズのここが好き をつけて投稿！あなたのミアリズ愛を、ぜひぶつけてください👊
“闘神の子”ミアリズ
各プラットフォームストアにて配信中！ pic.twitter.com/SScWGeMCM8— 【公式】鉄拳8 ＠鉄拳プロジェクト (@TEKKEN_Project) December 5, 2025
