Tips
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Use HBS.1+2 to launch Jin if he becomes predictable with mids; it is an i19 launcher that leads to a massive +79a on hit.
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Jin's Electric Wind Hook Fist (CD.df:2) is +5 on block; do not try to challenge with i10 jabs as you will likely be counter-hit.
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Kuma's f,F+2 is a powerful i19 launcher but is -19 on block; only use it when you are certain it will whiff-punish Jin's longer recovery moves like d+1.
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If Jin uses ZEN.4 to gain frame advantage (+2 to +8 on block), remember that Kuma's HBS can sometimes go under high follow-ups.
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Punish Jin's d+3+4 (Double Lift Kick) with a full combo, as it is -19 on block.
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Kuma's b+1+2 is an i18 Heat Engager that is only -8 on block, making it a safe way to contest Jin's mid-range pressure.
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Jin's d+3,4 string is punishable at -11 on the second hit, and the third hit (d+3,4,3) is -12; use ws4 (i11) to punish accordingly.
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FAQ
Who wins Kuma vs Jin in Tekken 8?
Across 3 recent start.gg major sets, Kuma is 2–1 against Jin. Sample size is still small, so treat the record as directional.
How do you beat Jin as Kuma?
Use HBS.1+2 to launch Jin if he becomes predictable with mids; it is an i19 launcher that leads to a massive +79a on hit. Jin's Electric Wind Hook Fist (CD.df:2) is +5 on block; do not try to challenge with i10 jabs as you will likely be counter-hit. Kuma's f,F+2 is a powerful i19 launcher but is -19 on block; only use it when you are certain it will whiff-punish Jin's longer recovery moves like d+1.
Are there pro VODs for Kuma vs Jin?
No tournament VODs are listed for Kuma vs Jin yet. The tips above still cover the main patterns while we index more sets.
Punishers
Jin moves that are −10 or worse on block, with Kuma'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.
| Jin move | On block | Punish with | Startup | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d+3+4 | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| 1,2,1 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| f+3 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| b,f+2,1,df+2 | -14 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| 1+2 | -14 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+2 | -14 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| d+3 | -14 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| 3,1,4 | -13 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| 1,3,4 | -13 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| d+1 | -13 | f+2,1 (launch) | i12 | 31 |
| 2,4 | -13 | f+2,1 (launch) | i12 | 31 |
Kuma moves Jin can punish
| Kuma move | On block | Jin punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+3+4 | -28 | f+1+2 |
| f+3+4 | -23 | ws3 |
| db+4 | -23 | ws3 |
| b+1+4,f,f | -20 | f+1+2 |
| f,F+2 | -19 | f+1+2 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f+1+2 |
| ub+1+2 | -17 | ws3 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws3 |
start.gg majors
Across 3 start.gg major sets, Kuma is 2–1 against Jin.
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