Tekken 8 has released update 2.04, bringing several new features across multiple modes without altering character balance. The highlight of this patch is the addition of two new swimsuit costume packs—the Seaside Pack and Beach Fun Pack—featuring character-specific outfits for a wide range of fighters, with some exceptions. A special sales event titled “TEKKEN SPECIAL DEAL” has also begun, offering selected items at discounted prices for a limited time.
Other notable additions include a new Throw Break Training feature to enhance players’ defensive skills, as well as various quality-of-life updates across the Tekken Fight Lounge, Practice Mode, and online match result screens. Previous replays have been rendered incompatible due to these changes, although ghost data remains intact and updated. No battle balance adjustments were made in this patch, with the next round of updates expected in version 2.05.
Full Patch Notes:
Version:
- Ver.2.04.00
Update Schedule:
- [CEST] August 5 at 4:00 AM
- [PDT] August 4 at 7:00 PM
Maintenance:
- [CEST] August 5, 3:30 AM – 6:30 AM
- [PDT] August 4, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Replay Data Impact:
- Downloaded Replays / My Replay & Tips: older data no longer playable
- Online Replay: all previous data deleted
- Super Ghost Battle / Ghost Match: updated with post-patch adjustments, data not deleted
Tekken Shop:
- Seaside Pack: 25 character-specific swimsuit costumes
- Beach Fun Pack: 11 character-specific swimsuit costumes
- Note: Costumes not available for Kuma, Panda, or DLC characters from Armor King onward
- TEKKEN SPECIAL DEAL Event: select items available at special prices
Tekken Fight Lounge:
- Five Special Ghosts added
- Defeating them unlocks unique fan-made character panels
- Available until the September update
Practice & Versus Modes:
- Photo Mode
- New filter option: Color Mask Adjustment (change background color)
Practice Mode Enhancements:
- Throw Break Training
- Allows practice with customizable throw scenarios and difficulty settings
- Accessible via Menu > Help
- Power-Up State Shortcut
- Hold [Touchpad/View button/V] to activate opponent’s counter-hit state
Online Match Updates:
- Win-loss records now include numeric values alongside star icons
- Consecutive Match Mode
- Win-loss record displayed for up to the last 20 matches (max count: 999)
Player Match Mode:
- Result screen now appears for “1 Win” settings
- Added shortcuts for “Follow” and “Friend Request” after matches
Character Adjustments:
- No battle balance changes included
- Next update (Ver.2.05) planned for September will address bug fixes
Tekken 8 is a 2024 fighting game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and Arika and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It was released on January 26, 2024, for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.
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