Tekken 8 update 3.00.02 focuses on gameplay balance, particularly refining Heat system interactions and addressing unintended move behaviors. Adjustments target scenarios where certain heat-related attacks offered excessive rewards compared to their execution difficulty and associated risk.
The update also introduces system-level changes affecting replay data and Ghost behavior, ensuring consistency with the new balance adjustments. While the patch improves competitive integrity, it also introduces a known issue with move descriptions, which is scheduled to be resolved in a future update.
Patch Notes
Gameplay and Balance Changes
Character Adjustments
- Fixed unintended character move behaviors across the roster
- Adjusted Heat Dash combo starters to improve balance
- Refined select Heat-related moves where reward was too high relative to execution difficulty and risk
System Changes
Replay Data
- Removed compatibility for replay data created before the update
- Deleted all existing online replay data
Ghost Battle Modes
- Updated Ghost behavior and performance to reflect new balance changes
- Retained existing Ghost data while applying updated adjustments
Known Issues
- Command List and explanatory texts may not match actual move properties in Special Style, Arcade Quest, and Practice modes
- Issue scheduled to be fixed in the next update planned for late May
Additional Notes
- Next balance update planned for release in late May
- Maintenance period temporarily disables online content during deployment
- Update schedule may change without prior notice
Detailed character balance adjustments can be read on the official website.
Tekken 8 is a 3D fighting game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It released on January 26, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
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