Tekken 8
Tekken 8 is an exciting fighting game created by Bandai Namco Studios and Arika. It releases for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on January 26, 2024, marking the eighth official release in the Tekken series. The game’s story, titled “Dark Awakening,” takes place six months after the previous game and focuses on the intense conflict between protagonists Kazuya Mishima and Jin Kazama.
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The plot revolves around Jin’s quest to defeat his father and Yalai to end the chaos within the family. Tekken 8 introduces 32 characters, a mix of familiar and new faces, each contributing to the game’s overall narrative. The game is developed using Unreal Engine 5, which upgrades combat elements and introduces new mechanisms such as the “Heat” system and “Tornado” strike.
Tekken 8 is developed with a more aggressive tone to provide an engaging gaming experience. The addition of Arcade Quest to online mode brings features such as tournaments, arcade challenges, customizable avatars, and special in-game currency. The game underwent thorough stability testing in July and October 2023, and a demo version was released in December of that year. Tekken 8’s Season 1 Pass, which offered downloadable content and new characters, received critical acclaim upon release.
How to add and invite friends in Tekken 8?
Adding and inviting friends in Tekken 8 is a simple process, allowing you to enjoy the game together.
- Launch Tekken 8 and access the main menu.
- Enter the Tekken Battle Lounge.
- Make sure you and your friend select the same region.
- In the lounge, press the menu button.
- Select the “Community” option at the bottom of the screen.
- In the Community section, click Players in Lounge.
- Find your friend’s profile and select it.
- Click “Tekken 8 Friend Request” and select “Yes” to confirm.
- Your friend will need to accept the request in the “Awaiting Approval” section of the “Friend List” tab in the “Community” menu.
- Once they accept, you will officially become friends in Tekken 8.
- For PlayStation or Xbox players, use the Friends List section in the Community tab to send requests to your console friends.
- Across different platforms, you can find friends under the “Tekken 8 Friends” section.
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How to play Tekken 8 with friends?
Playing Tekken 8 with friends can be a lot of fun, and here are some simple tips to enhance your gaming experience.
- Go to the main menu and select “Player Matchmaking” under “Online”.
- Select Create Session to set up a game session.
- If you want a private session, add code in Advanced Settings to keep it exclusive.
- Press the “Submenu” button, usually located in the lower left corner of the screen.
- Click “Invite Friends” from the submenu.
- Select and invite your friends to join the game session.
- Your friend needs to accept the invitation.
- Once accepted, you can fight with your friends in Tekken 8.
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Tekken 8 plot
In Tekken 8, the story begins six months after the death of Heihachi Mishima, with Jin Kazama trying to defeat Kazuya Mishima in Manhattan with allies Lars and Lee. However, the plan goes awry, causing chaos and prompting Kazuya to announce a new high-stakes King of Tekken tournament – where the winning nation is rewarded, while the losing nation faces destruction.
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As the game unfolds, King discovers that he can no longer control his demonic powers. He faces challenges in Japan and meets the mysterious Mishima descendant Reina and his old rival Hwarang. Unexpected alliances enrich the plot, uncovering the secrets of the Hachijo clan’s connection to Jin and Kazuya’s demonic powers.
The story spans different locations and involves characters such as Claudio, Zafina and Xiaoyu. The game takes an unexpected turn when Azazel is resurrected and Kazuya transforms into a true demon. Amid battles and revelations, Jin embarks on a journey to regain control of his powers and has a final showdown with Kazuya. The story ends with the aftermath, showing the characters’ fates, with a post-credits scene hinting at Raina’s revenge and her possession of the demonic gene.
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Tekken 8 gameplay
Tekken 8 maintains the classic fighting game style of previous Tekken games, but also adds some exciting new features. The game’s producer, Katsuhiro Harada, promises that the gaming experience will be more radical than its predecessor. This means players who attack more will be rewarded, encouraging active participation rather than defensive play.
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A new system called “Heat” has been introduced to further enhance the action. When a character enters the “heat” state, they deal fragmentation damage, unlock additional moves, and even change the properties of certain attacks, such as breaking heavy guards.
In this state, the warrior can also sprint to cancel the action, adding strategic depth to the battle. Unlike previous games that only had health regeneration in tag mode, Tekken 8 requires players to attack their opponents to restore health, making the matches more intense and strategic.
Tekken 8 also features technical updates and redesigns. The “Rage” system from the previous game returns with changes, now including “Heat Crush” as a separate super move in the “Heat” system. In addition, the “screw” mechanism is replaced by a “tornado” extender, which affects the opponent’s state when he quickly falls to the ground.
Some stages include hazards such as stronger walls and floors, adding variety and challenge to combat. The game is designed to provide a cinematic experience with staged destruction and unique character reactions. Through an online mode featuring the “Arcade Quest” battle lobby, players can enjoy regular battles, tournaments, and customize their avatars using the “Fight Money” currency, providing Tekken fans with an immersive and dynamic combat experience.
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