Tekken 8 Fans Demand Real-Life Fighter in Game – You Won't Believe Who They Want!
Tekken 8 enthusiasts demand the inclusion of a real-life fighter in the game's roster, following their exhilarating experience during the closed network test
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Tekken 8 enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the inclusion of real-world boxing icon Mike Tyson in the game's lineup, taking inspiration from a beloved character from Tekken 7.The panel discussion at Comic-Con 2023, featuring Tyson alongside other legendary fighters, has sparked a wave of excitement among gamers eagerly anticipating Tekken 8.
Potential guest characters for Tekken 8, including Christie, Mokujin, and Wang Jinrei, have not been officially announced, but the team may prioritize highly requested characters that were not included in Tekken 7's DLC. Fans of Tekken 8 are eagerly hoping to see real-life boxing legend Mike Tyson join the game's playable roster, with some speculating that his move-set could be influenced by a beloved character from Tekken 7.
Bandai Namco's popular fighting game franchise, Tekken, continues with the highly anticipated release of Tekken 8. This latest installment marks the first game in the series after the demise of Heihachi Mishima in Tekken 7. The story follows Kazuya Mishima, the leader of G Corporation, as he wreaks havoc on the world. Meanwhile, Jin Kazama is resolute in his determination to confront his father once again. Adding to the excitement, Tekken 8 introduces Jun Kazama, Jin's mother, as a playable character for the first time since Tekken Tag Tournament 2. Joining her are beloved characters like Nina Williams, Hwoarang, Marshall Law, and Paul Phoenix.
Fans of the franchise are abuzz with anticipation, especially after the confirmation of Mike Tyson's participation in the official Tekken 8 panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2023. Many enthusiasts are hoping to see Tyson become a playable fighter in the game. Some players even speculate that Tyson's fighting style could draw inspiration from Steve Fox, a renowned international boxing champion introduced in Tekken 7. While Steve's inclusion in Tekken 8 has yet to be confirmed, fans believe Tyson could potentially serve as an intriguing rival for the character. The desires of the Tekken community intensified after a fan created an AI-generated render depicting Tyson as a formidable Tekken 8 combatant.
At Comic-Con 2023, the "Tekken 8: The Art of Fighting" panel featured a group of esteemed panelists including Mike Tyson, Cris Cyborg, Xavier Woods, Katsuhiro Harada, and Michael Murray. The panel delved into personal anecdotes about their careers and discussed the intersection of fighting culture and gaming alongside Harada and Murray.
The presence of Mike Tyson has generated excitement for Tekken 8, as more gamers show interest in what the new fighting game from Bandai Namco has to offer. Additionally, the inclusion of Negan in Tekken 7 may suggest that Bandai Namco is open to featuring real-life figures and actors in Tekken 8. However, it's important for Tekken fans to manage their expectations regarding guest characters, as none have been confirmed for Tekken 8 at this time.
The Tekken 8 team may prioritize popularly requested characters that were excluded from Tekken 7's DLC. These characters consist of Christie, Mokujin, and Wang Jinrei, although it is uncertain if any of them will make a comeback when Tekken 8 is released. Just recently, Claudio Serafino was unveiled as a playable character in Tekken 8, and players will have the opportunity to test him out for a limited duration during the closed network test. Tekken 8 is currently under development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Source: Dexerto
