Tekken 8’s Latest Patch Raises Concerns for Players
The release of Eddy Gordo in Tekken 8’s latest patch has raised concerns for players, as it introduces a paywall for accessing replays featuring the new character and makes perplexing changes to the wall splat state in fights.
Tekken 8’s Latest Patch Raises Concerns for Players
The release of Eddy Gordo in Tekken 8’s latest patch has raised concerns for players, as it introduces a paywall for accessing replays featuring the new character and makes perplexing changes to the wall splat state in fights.
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Replays Locked Behind a Paywall
One of the standout features in Tekken 8 is its replay tool, which allows players to review and practice real matches to improve their skills. However, with the introduction of Eddy Gordo, replays featuring the new character are now inaccessible to those who haven’t purchased him. This means that a valuable training tool is partially locked behind a paywall, creating a disadvantage for players who haven’t invested in post-launch DLC.
While it may not be a significant problem currently, as more DLC characters are added to the roster, this issue will likely worsen. Practicing against DLC characters becomes more challenging than against the base roster, creating an imbalance in gameplay for those who have only purchased the base game. Even being unable to play as your own character in your own replays is a disappointing limitation.
Perplexing Changes to Wall Splat State
Furthermore, the latest patch has made perplexing changes to the wall splat state in fights. Wall splat refers to when a fighter is hit into a wall, resulting in unique properties and consequences. Certain attacks and combos that should cause a wall splat no longer do so due to changes in hitboxes. This has left players confused and frustrated, particularly those who have invested time and effort into mastering character-specific wall splat attacks.
Additionally, some character movements, such as Xiaoyu’s low stance and specific backdashes, are not functioning as intended, negatively impacting gameplay balance.
Concerns for Competitive Integrity
These issues are especially concerning as they arise just a month before Evo Japan, the game’s first premier competitive event. Such sudden adjustments can greatly impact the performance of top-level players and cast doubts on the game’s competitive integrity.
Acknowledgement and Speculation
To their credit, the Tekken 8 team has acknowledged these problems and expressed their intent to address them. However, it is a bewildering oversight considering the game’s overall quality. Tekken 8 features numerous microtransactions, raising questions about resource allocation within the development team. While the game has garnered high acclaim from fans, Bandai Namco’s quarterly financial report indicates that revenue falls short of expectations, leading to speculation about the company’s priorities.
Conclusion
Tekken 8 is an outstanding addition to the iconic gaming series, thanks to the efforts of the development team. Hopefully, these patch issues are isolated incidents rather than indicative of future problems. Players can only hope that the team focuses on resolving these concerns and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable gaming experience for all.