Tips
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If Kazuya uses f,n,d,DF+4 (Spinning Demon), you can launch him for a full combo as it is -23 on block.
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Use b+1 (Chopping Elbow) to pressure Kazuya; it is +4 on block and provides a massive +78a launch on counter hit.
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Bryan's f+3 (Knee Strike) is an excellent tool here as it is safe at +0~+2 on block and leads to a +50a combo on counter hit.
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Kazuya's ws2 (Demon God Fist) is extremely unsafe at -18 on block; ensure you use a heavy punisher if you block it.
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Watch for Kazuya's f+4 (Right Splits Kick), which is +4c on block; do not press buttons immediately after blocking it.
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Use 3+4 (Middle Side Kick) to keep Kazuya at bay; it is -13 on block but offers a +59a launch on counter hit.
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FAQ
Who wins Bryan vs Kazuya in Tekken 8?
Across 4 recent start.gg major sets, Bryan is 2–2 against Kazuya. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Kazuya as Bryan?
If Kazuya uses f,n,d,DF+4 (Spinning Demon), you can launch him for a full combo as it is -23 on block. Use b+1 (Chopping Elbow) to pressure Kazuya; it is +4 on block and provides a massive +78a launch on counter hit. Bryan's f+3 (Knee Strike) is an excellent tool here as it is safe at +0~+2 on block and leads to a +50a combo on counter hit.
Are there pro VODs for Bryan vs Kazuya?
No tournament VODs are listed for Bryan vs Kazuya yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Kazuya moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Bryan'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.
| Kazuya move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| uf+4,4,4 | -23 | ws2 (launch) | i19 | 30 |
| uf+4,4 | -23 | ws2 (launch) | i19 | 30 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws2 (launch) | i19 | 30 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1 | -19 | 3+4,SNE.2* (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| df+3+4,1,2 | -19 | 3+4,SNE.2* (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1,B | -19 | 3+4,SNE.2* (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| db+1,2 | -19 | 3+4,SNE.2* (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | 3+4,SNE.2* (launch) | i18 | 50 |
| uf+4,4,4,4 | -17 | d+1+2,3 (launch) | i17 | 45 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | d+1+2,3 (launch) | i17 | 45 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws1 (launch) | i15 | 20 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1 | -16 | d+2,3 (launch) | i14 | 38 |
Bryan moves Kazuya can punish
| Bryan move | On block | Kazuya punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,4 | -35 | 4~3 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1 | -26 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| df+3 | -26 | ws2 |
| b,B+4 | -19 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| ub+1+2,1,2,1,2 | -16 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
start.gg majors
Across 4 start.gg major sets, Bryan is 2–2 against Kazuya.
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