Summary
- Lidia Sobieska joins Tekken 8 roster on July 25, with early access on July 22 for Year 1 Pass holders.
- As expected, Lidia uses a traditional karate style with powerful, straightforward moves that suit beginners while offering depth for advanced players.
- Update also includes Seaside Resort stage, Photo Mode, new story chapter, and quality-of-life improvements for gameplay.
Bandai Namco has officially announced that Lidia Sobieska will join the Tekken 8 roster on July 25, 2024. Additionally, Lidia will be available in early access on July 22 for holders of the Tekken 8 Playable Character Year 1 Pass.
Tekken 8 is the latest installment in the popular fighting game series developed by Bandai Namco. Set six months after the death of Heihachi Mishima, the game follows Jin Kazama and his allies as they face Kazuya Mishima, who has revealed his devil form and announced a new King of Iron Fist Tournament. The game features new mechanics such as the Heat and Rage systems, as well as a Scenario Campaign mode. Since its release, Tekken 8 has introduced new characters to its roster, enhancing the diversity of the game.
Lidia Sobieska will be part of the Tekken 8 Season 1 content on July 22 for Playable Character Year 1 Pass holders, with general availability starting on July 25. To accompany this announcement, the Tekken 8 developer released an action-packed trailer showcasing Lidia Sobieska’s moves and abilities in various scenarios against different enemies.
When is Lidia Sobieska joining the Tekken 8 roster?
- Early access July 22, real release July 25.
Lidia Sobieska was introduced in Tekken 7 as a downloadable character. She is the youngest Prime Minister of Poland and a skilled karateka. Her tragic backstory, involving the loss of her father in a terrorist attack, drives her fight against unjust power, particularly the Mishima Zaibatsu and G Corporation. In gameplay, her traditional karate style features powerful, straightforward moves that suit beginners while offering depth for advanced players. Known for aggressive play and effective low pokes, her stances provide mix-up options but leave her vulnerable if misused.
The update will introduce several exciting new features and content as part of the game's first season, including a new addition to Tekken 8 stages called Seaside Resort. A Photo Mode will also be added, allowing players to capture and share their favorite in-game moments with enhanced visual tools. Players will experience a new story chapter, continuing the narrative of Tekken 8 and adding more depth to the game's storyline. Additionally, the update will include various quality-of-life improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience. These improvements aim to refine the game's mechanics and address player feedback from previous updates.
With the upcoming addition of Lidia Sobieska, Tekken 8 continues to expand its roster and offer new content, ensuring an exciting experience for its players. Fans can look forward to exploring her unique fighting style and the new features that come with the Season 1 update.
Tekken 8
- Released
- January 26, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
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.
- Developer(s)
- Bandai Namco Entertainment, Arika
- Publisher(s)
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Franchise
- Tekken
- Platform(s)
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Fighting
