Bandai Namco has released Tekken 8 Update 1.013 (Version 1.13.00), bringing new content and gameplay enhancements. This update introduces the Ghost vs. Ghost feature in the Tekken Fight Lounge, allowing AI-learned ghosts to battle each other. Players can now choose between aggressive, defensive, or balanced strategies for their ghosts. Additionally, a new Heihachi Costume 01 has been added to the Tekken Shop, and five special ghosts featuring fan art character panels are now available in the lobby.
No major balance changes have been implemented in this patch, as Bandai Namco has announced that significant character adjustments will arrive with Season 2, launching on April 1, 2025. More details will be shared in upcoming Tekken Talk Live broadcasts.
Tekken 8 Update 1.013 Patch Notes
Tekken Shop
- New Content:
- Heihachi Costume 01 added as a revival outfit for Heihachi.
- Special Deals:
- Limited-time discounts on selected items during the event period.
Tekken Fight Lounge
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New “Ghost vs. Ghost” Feature:
- AI-learned player ghosts can now battle each other.
- Players can initiate Ghost battles by selecting “Battle Ghosts” in the Lounge.
- Three combat strategies added for AI behavior:
- Aggressive: Focuses on offense.
- Defensive: Focuses on defense.
- Balance: A mix of offense and defense.
- Additional updates planned:
- May (v2.01): Ghost deletion, AI learning toggle, and “Tekken Ghost Showdown” mode.
- June (v2.02): AI command input and ghost behavior refinement.
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Special Ghosts & Character Panels:
- Five new special ghosts introduced.
- Defeating a special ghost grants a unique character panel featuring Tekken Fandom Campaign fan art.
- Special ghosts will be replaced in the next update on April 1.
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Player Information Display Option:
- Players can now hide their information on avatars.
- Toggle between Tekken 8 in-game name, platform account name, Tekken ID, or hide the display.
Playable Characters
- Move Fixes & Adjustments:
- No balance adjustments in this update.
- Season 2 will introduce major balance changes on April 1, 2025.
- Further details to be revealed in upcoming Tekken Talk Live broadcasts.
Upcoming Events & Streams
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March: “Tekken Talk Live Season 2 & Anna Special”
- YouTube: Watch Here
- Twitch: Watch Here
- Airing: March 24, 2025 (JST) / March 23, 2025 (PDT).
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February: “Tekken Talk Live Season 2 Special”
- YouTube Archive: Watch Here
Tekken 8, developed by Bandai Namco Studios and Arika, launched on January 26, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It is the first main Tekken entry to debut on home consoles instead of arcades.
