Tekken 8: Best Combos for King

King Domination: Master the top combos for Tekken 8's King and tap out the competition.

Tekken 8: Best Combos for King
Tekken 8: Best Combos for King

King, the wrestling jaguar of Tekken, strikes fear into the hearts of opponents with his bone-crushing throw game. Mastering his command grabs and submissions is the key to victory. But without the right combos to set up those throws, King's true power remains caged. This guide provides the perfect combo key to unlock the jaguar's potential and have foes frantically mashing buttons trying to escape the wrath of your throws.

Note: Preferences for combos can differ based on your playstyle. 

Understanding King's Strength in Tekken 8:

As a grappler, King excels at throws, utilizing command grabs to put opponents in submission holds. His key strengths are:

  • Devastating throw damage
  • Powerful mix-ups
  • Dangerous at close range

Once you grasp King's Throw game, you can overwhelm enemies. Now let's explore some bread-and-butter combos.

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Best Combos for King in Tekken 8

Best Combos for King in Tekken 8
Best Combos for King in Tekken 8
  • Best Hit Launcher Combos for King in Tekken 8
    • Combo 1: U/F4  F3  1, 2  B1, 2  FFF2+4 (7 Hit Combo & 61 Damage)
    • Combo 2: U/F4 4 FF(Dash)  D/F4,3 1,2 U/F3+4(Hold Back) FFF2+4  (8 Hit Combo + 67 Damage)
    • Combo 3: Crouch D/F2 Walk Forward F3 D/F4,3 1,2 U/F3+4(Hold Back) FFF2+4 (8 Hit Combo + 72 Damage)
    • Combo 4: Crouch D/F2 F,N,D,D/F 1+2  D/F4,3 1,2  U/F3+4(Hold Back) FFF2+4 (8 Hit Combo + 74 Damage)
    • Combo 5: D1+2 (Delay) F1+2  D/F4,3  1,2  U/F3+4(Hold Back)  FFF2+4 (8 Hit Combo +76 Damage)
  • Best Low Parry Combos for King in Tekken 8
    • D/F  FFF2+4
    • D/F F3 D/F4,3  2  F2,1 (6 Hit Combo + 36 Damage)
  • Best Heat Combos for King in Tekken 8
    • u/f 4 , b 2 4 , During Heat f 2 1 F , f 2+4, f f F 2+4
    • During Heat f 2 1 F , b 3, f 2 1

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Practice for Perfection

Repetition will make these combos second nature. Drill them in training until they feel natural in real matches. Soon you'll have foes frantically mashing buttons trying to escape!

With King's elite grappling and these combos, you'll be well-equipped to conquer the competition. Now get out there and make the jungle proud!

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