Tips
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Kazuya's 1,1,2 Flash Punch Combo is -17 on block; always punish this with a launcher like df+2,1 or f,F+2.
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Use HBS.d+1+2 (Frolicking Bear) to counter-hit Kazuya's pressure for a Tornado launch; it is only -3 on block.
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Kazuya's ws2 (Demon God Fist) is extremely dangerous but -18 on block, giving you ample time for a maximum damage punish.
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Abuse ROL.1 (Bear Shove) from roll transitions as it is +4 on block and causes a Guard Break, keeping Kazuya defensive.
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Kazuya's Spinning Demon (f,n,d,DF+4) is -23 on block; use this opportunity to land a ws2 for a full launch.
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Panda's f,f,F+1+2 (Rabid Bear) is +3 on block and a Heat Engager, making it an excellent tool to close the gap against Kazuya.
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Utilize db+2 (Bear Lariat) to crush Kazuya's highs; it is i18 and transitions to HBS, though it is -15 on block.
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FAQ
Who wins Panda vs Kazuya in Tekken 8?
We do not have enough recent major-set data yet for a reliable Panda vs Kazuya winrate. Use the tips and VODs below while more tournament results come in.
How do you beat Kazuya as Panda?
Kazuya's 1,1,2 Flash Punch Combo is -17 on block; always punish this with a launcher like df+2,1 or f,F+2. Use HBS.d+1+2 (Frolicking Bear) to counter-hit Kazuya's pressure for a Tornado launch; it is only -3 on block. Kazuya's ws2 (Demon God Fist) is extremely dangerous but -18 on block, giving you ample time for a maximum damage punish.
Are there pro VODs for Panda vs Kazuya?
No tournament VODs are listed for Panda 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 Panda'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 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| uf+4,4 | -23 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| f,n,d,DF+4 | -23 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1 | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| df+3+4,1,2 | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1,DVK.1,B | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| db+1,2 | -19 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| uf+4,4,4,4 | -17 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| 1,1,2 | -17 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
| d+3 | -17 | ws1,2** (launch) | i13 | 51 |
| f,n,d,DF+4,1 | -16 | db+1,2** (launch) | i14 | 41 |
Panda moves Kazuya can punish
| Panda move | On block | Kazuya punishes with |
|---|---|---|
| b+3+4 | -28 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| f+3+4 | -23 | ws2 |
| db+4 | -23 | ws2 |
| b+1+4,f,f | -20 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| f,F+2 | -19 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| R.df+1+2 | -18 | f,n,d,DF+4,4 |
| ub+1+2 | -17 | ws2 |
| d3 | -17 | ws2 |
VODs (Panda's side)
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