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The game got many changes for the release of Heihachi Mishima. Some of them slightly nerf the strongest characters.
TEKKEN 8 Patch 1.08.01 is mainly whirling around introducing new content to the game: a playable character, a stage, items in the shop, and even a story episode. The update also brings interesting additions to the online competition and some practical features. Sure, the most interesting part of TEKKEN 8 1.08.01 Patch Notes is the rebalance of the current roster.
Is Jun alive in Tekken 8? How beloved Jun returned 29 years on
Jun Kazama was thought to have died in the events leading up to Tekken 3, but Tekken 8 answers the 29 year old question: is Jun Kazama alive?
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Heihachi Mishima is here!
The legendary TEKKEN character joins the newest game! Heihachi Mishima in T8 is available:
“He’s back to snap you like a twig.”
Amy Chen
TEKKEN 8 story episode: Unforgotten Echoes
To let the players experience the story behind Heihachi Mishima (or rather his return to action), Lidia, and Eddy Gordo, the TEKKEN 8 developers have added a new story episode to the game. Unforgotten Echoes is available even if you do not own the mentioned DLC characters and stage.
Genmaji Temple: A new TEKKEN 8 stage
Unlike Sea Side Resort, released alongsideLidia Sobieska, this one is a purchasable stage. Genmaji Temple in TEKKEN 8 is available in the shop.
The decision to sell stages disappointed the community — to the level where Katsuhiro Harada had to apologize for it.
TEKKEN 8 Fight Pass -Round 3-
The biggest part of TEKKEN 8 Update 1.08.01, in terms of cosmetic items, is the start of a new Fight Pass. Round 3 includes quite a few costumes, poses, avatar customizations, etc.
Progress through the TEKKEN 8 Fight Pass tiers by completing special missions. With the Premium tier, you will get substantially more rewards.
The Update 1.08.01 brings other purchasable items to the game shop.
Opinion
Top 10 Cosmetics in TEKKEN 8 Fight Pass: ROUND 2. Also… is it worth it?
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Character adjustments in TEKKEN 8 1.08.01: Patch Notes
During the release of theTEKKEN 8 Update 1.07, the developers promised to nerf some of the strongest characters. As an example, they mentioned Dragunov, a character that regularly winsTEKKEN 8 esports events. While the nerfs are still in the plans, they are not happening in 1.08.
The official TEKKEN 8 Patch Notes 1.08.01 mention that “characters whose performance stood out” got their effectiveness reduced without changing their behavior too much. The upcoming update 1.09 should be much more impactful, as it will change important aspects, such as the tracking performance and effects on hit.
In Patch Notes 1.08.01, you’ll find info on common adjustments and details on individual characters.
How to change your TEKKEN 8 main menu character
Players can now customize their favorite TEKKEN 8 character and show them off on the main menu! Here are the instructions on how to do this.
Matchmaking and gameplay features
There are some general changes in the TEKKEN 8 Patch Notes 1.08.01.
Update 1.08 also brings some improvements to the TEKKEN 8 interface. It’s nice to explore the available options directly in the game, or you can check them out in the officialPatch Notes here.
Red Bull Golden Letters 2024: TEKKEN 8 mayhem
Some of the best competitors received their invitations to this fighting esports event. Through the Group Stage and Playoffs, only one have been crowned.
Eugene Bozhenko
The game is thriving at the moment in both content and competitive departments. The final World Tour 2024 qualification is right around the corner: Thaiger Uppercut 2024 is from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6. For allTEKKEN 8 news and updates, stick around on esports.gg!
