Namco Bandai's latest title in the "Tekken" series, " Tekken 8," will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in December 2022, and a story and gameplay teaser trailer has been released along with the main visuals and some of the characters were also announced. In addition to the well-known popular characters of the series, we were surprised to see " Jun Kazama," who has not appeared in the series since "Tekken 2," join the game. However, there is still not much information about "Tekken 8," so not only "Tekken" players but also the gaming community is eagerly awaiting new information. As we enter February of 2023, the latest information on "Tekken 8" has been released! The well-known silent assassin "Nina Williams" will be joining the game!
Nina Williams" gameplay trailer is now available!
In conjunction with the announcement of Nina Williams ' entry, a gameplay trailer for Nina in Tekken 8 has been released! While Nina Williams looked dressy in "Tekken 7," in "Tekken 8" she is dressed in a cool outfit, as if she is the embodiment of her nickname, "Silent Assassin. With the announcement of a new battle system in "Tekken 8," there is a big possibility that the controls will be different from those of the previous games. We'll keep you posted for more information on the new characters !
Introducing the new battle system!
The key word for the battle concept of "Tekken 8" is " Aggressive," and the new "Heat" system has been announced. The concept and system are expected to make the competition more aggressive than ever before, but it is hard to know what it will be like until we see it for ourselves, isn't it? The Executive Director Harada andGame Director Ikeda (Nakatsu) have released a video introducing the new battle system!
This is the first time that an actual "Tekken 8" machine is used in the video, and it's over 36 minutes long. The video introduces the "Aggressive" battle concept, including the " Heat System " and the " Recovery System" that allows players to recover when they actaggressively. In the e-sports scene, aggressive play is more exciting to watch, and it seems that "Tekken 8" will bring a new wind to the game. Also, the " Special Style " that combines the "Easy Combo" and "Assist" of "Tekken 7" will be implemented, making it easier for those who have never played the "Tekken" series before to join the game. I'm also glad that it is easy for people who have never played the "Tekken" series before to enter the game. The best way to understand the new battle system is to listen to their explanation while watching the video, so please take a look at the introduction of the new battle system!
A chance to be the first to play! Closed alpha test will be conducted!
After seeing videos of players playing on the actual machines, it is human nature to want to play the game yourself as soon as possible. For those of you who want to be among the first to play "Tekken 8", here's your chance! The closed alpha test of "Tekken 8" will be held at "EVO Japan 2023" scheduled from March 31, 2023 (Friday) to April 2, 2023 (Sunday). Starting with the closed alpha test at EVO Japan 2023, the closed alpha test will be held sequentially in other locations around the world, so Tekken players around the world can rest assured. The closed alpha test will be open to those who have entered the "Tekken 7" division at EVO Japan 2023. Those who have entered and wish to participate in the closed alpha test can apply on the special site that will be released in late February 2023, but if there are too many applicants, they will be selected by lottery. It would not be an exaggeration to say that everyone who has entered the "Tekken 7" tournament will apply, since they will be able to play "Tekken 8," so it would be better to assume that there will be a lottery. Details will be announced later on the official "Tekken" Twitter (@TEKKEN_Project ) and the official "Tekken 8" website.