Summary
Tekken 8has received a new update for March, marking the last one before the start of the second season. The update adds new items to the store and introduces a new feature involving Ghosts, AI-controlled characters that learn based on the player’s actions. TheTekken 8patch is now available across all systems, but Bandai warns that all replay data before the update will be deleted if players update the game.
Launched in January 2024, the fighting game has received constant updates, improving gameplay systems, adding new features, and, most importantly, expanding theTekken 8roster with new characters. The first season introduced fighters like Eddy Gordo, Lidia Sobieska, Heihachi, andFinal Fantasy 16protagonist Clive Rosfield. Before the end of the season, producer Katsuhiro Harada shared future plans forTekken 8, some of which have already been implemented, such as a photo mode and new customization features.
The latestTekken 8update, titled v1.13, is now available. It marks the final update of the game’s first season. Patch v1.13 adds a new costume for Heihachi, an option to hide player information on avatars, and, most importantly, a new feature involving Ghost Vs. Ghost battles.InTekken 8’sLounge, players can interact with others and select the “Battle Ghosts” option to pit their Ghosts against other players' Ghosts, then observe their performance after choosing one of three combat styles. Future updates for the feature are already on the horizon.
From now until April 1, theofficial launch ofTekken 8’s second season, players will find Five Special Ghosts in the lobby. Those who defeat them will earn character panels featuring five fan art designs created during the “TEKKEN FANDOM campaign.” These Special Ghosts will be available for a limited time, as the next update will introduce five new Ghosts, possibly with new rewards.
One of thefuture updates forTekken 8promised by Harada is a major balance adjustment planned for multiple characters. The v1.13 patch notes don’t include any adjustments but confirm that these are scheduled for the next major update on April 1. Players interested in getting a glimpse of what to expect fromTekken 8’ssecond season can tune in to the next “TEKKEN Talk Live event,” scheduled for March 23 at 8 PM PDT.
For now, the only confirmed update for the start of the second season is the addition of fan-favorite Anna Williams. Upon her reveal,Anna faced fan backlash over her design, which the producer promptly addressed. As of now, Nina’s sister is the only fighter confirmed for the second season pass. If it follows the same model as the first, three more fighters will likely be added toTekken 8’sroster, with at least one or two potentially being guest characters.
Application Date and Time
[JST] From around 11:00 on Tuesday, March 11th, applied sequentially
[CET] From around 3:00 on Tuesday, March 11th, applied sequentially
[PDT] From around 19:00 on Monday, March 10th, applied sequentially
Maintenance Date and Time
[JST] Tuesday, March 11th, 10:30 – 15:00
[CET] Tuesday, March 11th, 2:30 – 7:00
[PDT] Monday, March 10th, 18:30 – 23:00
Note:
Please note that the date and time may change without prior notice.
All online content will be unavailable during maintenance.
Impact of the Update
The application of the update data will affect the following modes and features:
“DOWNLOADED REPLAYS” / “MY REPLAY & TIPS”
Replay data from before the update will no longer be playable.
“ONLINE REPLAY”
“TEKKEN SHOP”
“PLAYABLE CHARACTERS”
Character Move Behavior Fixes and Balance Adjustments
Tekken 8
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.
