Tips
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Use f,n,d,df+1 (Shadow Lariat) to pressure Steve, as it is +5 on block and provides a massive +16a on hit for follow-ups.
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Steve relies heavily on high-punch strings; use Armor King's b+1+3 punch parry (active frames 5-12) to interrupt his rhythm and force a knockdown.
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Armor King's db+3 is a homing low that is i22; while -26 on block, it provides a massive +74a on counter-hit, which is excellent for catching Steve's swaying movements.
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If Steve uses f,f,F+2 (Eraser) to close distance, it is +6 on block; do not press buttons afterward, as he is at a significant advantage.
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Steve's d+1 knee blaster is i16 and -13 on block; use Armor King's df+4 or b+1,2 to punish this low poke consistently.
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Steve's b+1 is a dangerous i13 high counter-hit launcher; however, it is -14 on block, allowing you to punish it with moves like f,n,d,df+2 or b+3.
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FAQ
Who wins Armor King vs Steve in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Armor King vs Steve winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Steve as Armor King?
Use f,n,d,df+1 (Shadow Lariat) to pressure Steve, as it is +5 on block and provides a massive +16a on hit for follow-ups. Steve relies heavily on high-punch strings; use Armor King's b+1+3 punch parry (active frames 5-12) to interrupt his rhythm and force a knockdown. Armor King's db+3 is a homing low that is i22; while -26 on block, it provides a massive +74a on counter-hit, which is excellent for catching Steve's swaying movements.
Are there pro VODs for Armor King vs Steve?
No tournament VODs are listed for Armor King vs Steve yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Steve moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Armor King's best standing punisher (first hit or two-hit string, no Heat or Rage). Lows are punished from crouch with a while-standing (ws) move.
| Steve move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| df+1,2~f+1+2,1,1 | -25 | 3+4,2 (launch) | i25 | 39 |
| df+1,2~f+1+2,1 | -19 | f+2,1 (launch) | i15 | 37 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+2,1 (launch) | i15 | 37 |
| d+2 | -18 | ws3,1 (launch) | i13 | 36 |
| u+2 | -15 | f+2,1 (launch) | i15 | 37 |
| 2,2 | -14 | db+2,H.1 (launch) | i14 | 37 |
| f+1+2 | -14 | db+2,H.1 (launch) | i14 | 37 |
| uf+2 | -14 | db+2,H.1 (launch) | i14 | 37 |
| b+1 | -14 | db+2,H.1 (launch) | i14 | 37 |
| f+1+2,2 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| f,F+2 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
| db+1+2 | -13 | f+1+4 (launch) | i13 | 28 |
Armor King moves Steve can punish
| Armor King move | On block | Steve punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| db+3 | -26 | WS.2,2 |
| f+1+4 | -19 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| 3+4,2 | -18 | b+1+2,H.1+2 |
| db+4 | -17 | WS.2,2 |
| d+3+4 | -16 | WS.2,2 |
| d+3+4,3 | -15 | df+1,2~1 |
| d+4 | -15 | WS.2,2 |
start.gg majors
Across 1 start.gg major sets, Armor King is 0–1 against Steve.
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Matchup charts: Armor King · Steve
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