Tekken 8 confirmed at September PlayStation State of Play - Expected release date, platforms, and more
Tekken 8 is officially in development, and September's PlayStation State of Play event has confirmed the game. The first big trailer for the game was revealed during the event held on September 13, and things look exciting. Tekken 8 will mark the series' debut on next-generation consoles.
Rumors surrounding Tekken 8 began circulating a few weeks ago when the developers dropped a teaser at EVO 2022. There was some initial confusion about whether it was for a remaster/remake or a brand-new game. However, the latter seems to be the case as Katsuhiro Harada, Executive Producer and Director of Bandai Namco, has confirmed the development.
Tekken has become an iconic franchise, and the fighting game has created a lasting legacy. The Tekken games have been enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide and are played both professionally and casually. The franchise's success has seen the games adapted into shows, anime, and movies.
The State of Play events are exciting opportunities for developers and publishers to showcase what they have in store, and Tekken 8's announcement trailer that was recently revealed during the event has created a lot of buzz. The trailer doesn't follow the typical format, but it sheds light on some vital aspects of the upcoming release.
Tekken 7 was released in 2015, and there have been massive technological changes in the years that followed. The current-gen consoles offer much more powerful hardware, and the new game appears to be taking full advantage of this, with improved graphics and dynamic backgrounds.
Kazuya and Jin's relationship appears to be at the forefront of the new game, and the trailer depicts an intense fight between the two. The trailer has also confirmed a story mode for Tekken 8.
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