Tekken 8 - News

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Fighting
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 99%
Released
January 26, 2024
ESRB
t
Developer(s)
Bandai Namco Entertainment, Arika

WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Tekken 8 brings the fight to the latest generation of consoles, powered by Unreal Engine 5. Feel the power of every hit in Tekken 8, the latest entry in the legendary fighting game franchise from Bandai Namco.  Utilising the power and realism of Unreal Engine 5, Tekken 8 pushes the envelope for fighting games by taking full advantage of the power of the latest generation of consoles.  Ground-breaking new features, breathtakingly detailed character models and dramatic environments make this one of the most visually stunning and immersive titles in the genre yet.  Tekken 8 picks up after the gruesome battle that ended in Heihachi Mishima’s defeat in Tekken 7, focusing on a new rivalry, pitting father against son as Jin Kazama stands in defiance against Kazuya Mishima in a city-shattering face-to-face showdown.

Genre(s)
Fighting

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Tekken Director Announces Surprise Departure from Bandai Namco

It's the end of an era for the Tekken franchise as longtime director Katsuhiro Harada announces his departure with a unique social media post.

Tekken 8 Releases Update 2.06
Tekken 8 Releases Update 2.06

The newest Tekken 8 update is now live, bringing new DLC, shop items, balance changes, and fixes to the popular fighting game.

Tekken 8 Releases New Update for September 2025
Tekken 8 Releases New Update for September 2025

Tekken 8 kicks off September with a new update, which largely addresses a somewhat odd issue many players have been experiencing in the fighting game.

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Tekken 8 Could Be Coming To Another Platform

The director of Tekken 8 indicates that the popular fighting game could be released on another platform sometime in the future.

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Tekken 8 Releases New Balancing Update for June 2025

Bandai Namco releases the Version 2.02 update for its fighting game Tekken 8, which offers a new shared balance adjustment policy.

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Tekken 8 Reveals Fahkumram Release Date and Fall DLC Character

Tekken 8 confirms when fans can play as the Muay Thai fighter Fahkumram, and shares a sneak peek at the game's Fall 2025 DLC character.

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Tekken 8 Director Gives Update on Fan Requested Waffle House Stage

Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada shares a surprising update about the possibility of combining the worlds of Tekken 8 and Waffle House.

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Tekken 8 Reveals Next DLC Character and What’s Coming in Future Updates

Tekken 8 shows off three big upcoming Season 2 updates, including the return of a popular series fighter that debuted in Tekken 7.

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Tekken 8 Replaces Entire Balance Team Over Season 2 Backlash

Tekken 8's balancing woes may be over soon, as director Katsuhiro Harada announces a restructuring plan to make gameplay more even.

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Tekken 8 Director Responds to Season 2 Backlash

Tekken 8 director Katsuhiro Harada responds to the backlash that the fighting game has been facing over the changes made in the title's second season.

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Tekken 8 Preparing 'Emergency Patches' To Address Season 2 Player Backlash

Following the arrival of Tekken 8's highly unpopular Season 2 content update, developers announce they are looking into fixing issues with the game.

Tekken 8 Players Unhappy With Season 2 Update
Tekken 8 Players Unhappy With Season 2 Update

Tekken 8 finally releases Season 2, but the community's reception to the fighting game's anticipated update is less than enthusiastic.

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Tekken 8 Will Soon Be Selling 3 New Game Editions

Close to the start of its new season, Tekken 8 announces three different game editions, which are set to replace the existing ones.

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Tekken 8 is making changes to controversial Season 2 plans after community feedback
Tekken 8 Making Changes to Controversial Season 2 Plans After Community Feedback

After receiving feedback from Tekken 8 players, Bandai Namco is making adjustments to its plans for some controversial Season 2 gameplay changes.

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Tekken 8 Season 2 Update Making Controversial Change

The upcoming Tekken 8 Season 2 update is making a controversial change that has players frustrated and confused about the game's future.

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Atelier Yumia is Crossing Over With Tekken 8

A crossover between Atelier Yumia and Tekken 8 is coming, joining the fanciful JRPG and the brutal fighting game in a bizarre fusion.

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Tekken 8 Director Claps Back at Fan Criticizing Anna Williams

Tekken 8 game director Katsuhiro Harada claps back at fans criticizing Anna Williams' new look, sparking a debate on social media.

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Tekken 8 Passes Impressive Sales Milestone

Following its Season 2 Character Pass announcement, Bandai Namco reveals that Tekken 8 has achieved an impressive sales milestone.

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Tekken 8 Season 2 Brings Back Fan-Favorite Character

Bandai Namco is preparing fans for the beginning of season 2 in Tekken 8, and the first fighter of the new season pass is now revealed.

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New data reveals the best-selling video games of 2024, with the newest entry in a long-running series coming out on top for the year.

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