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Our boy King is finally getting his recognition as a style icon. Tekken and Nike have teamed up for a new collaboration, bringing the fan-favorite wrestler’s signature look from Tekken 3 to life through in-game and real-world apparel and sneakers.
Revealed in a new trailer, the collaboration features two Air Max 1s inspired by King’s different eras, one based on his classic appearance in Tekken 3 and another from his current look in Tekken 8. Players can also equip a Nike Tech sweatsuit in navy with snow leopard print, matching the iconic gear he wore in Tekken 3. The trailer offers a look at King, Kazuya, Jin, and other characters wearing the collection, while also previewing the Nike-inspired ARENA stage.
Nike is also expected to release this collection in real life. The Tekken 8 edition of the Air Max 1 arrives in a Yellow/Blue color scheme, while the Tekken 3 version takes on a Blue/Red palette with a low-poly treatment inspired by the character’s original 32-bit appearance. Both pairs feature big cat prints referencing King’s iconic jaguar masks and large paw print graphics on the outsoles.
This wouldn’t be the first time Tekken and Nike have brought their partnership to physical footwear. In 2024, the two teamed up on the Air Foamposite One “Fist Meets Fate” pack, featuring colorways inspired by the long-standing rivalry between Kazuya Mishima and Jin Kazama. The upcoming Air Max 1 release would continue that crossover, this time putting King at the center of the collaboration.
The in-game Tekken x Nike collection is set to arrive in Tekken 8 as part of Tekken Fight Pass Round 12, while the real-world counterparts are expected to arrive later this year. Check out the in-game collection below and stay tuned to Modern Notoriety for real-world first looks.
TEKKEN 3 x Nike Air Max 1 Low Poly
Color: Neutral Grey/French Blue-Chile Red
Style Code: IW1290-001
Release Date: Holiday 2026
Price: $160 USD
TEKKEN 8 x Nike Air Max 1
Color: Game Blue/Speed Yellow
Style Code: IW1296-900
Release Date: Holiday 2026
Price: $160 USD
TEKKEN x Nike Tech Fleece
Release Date: Holiday 2026
