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Bandai Namco has introduced Heihachi Mishima as the subsequent DLC character for Tekken 8 and revealed that, for the primary time within the sequence’ historical past, a brand new chapter within the story mode might be added to the sport. The additional story content material will delve deeper into the continuing feud between the Mishima and Kazama households.
The announcement was made throughout Evo 2024, at which Tekken 8 was a significant attraction for gamers desirous to compete in high-level battles and viewers who wish to see the perfect of the perfect duke it out within the preventing sport. Heihachi is a fan-favorite character and one of many essential antagonists of the Tekken sequence. His arrival follows Eddy Gordo, a DLC character that’s already obtainable, and Lidia Sobieska, who might be obtainable broadly from July 25. Heihachi is predicted to be obtainable in Fall 2024.
The story enlargement, which builds on the continuing ‘The Darkish Awakens’ storyline, might be free, however writer Bandai Namco has not but confirmed when will probably be obtainable.
The opposite notable Tekken-related announcement is a collaboration with Nike, which incorporates in-game gear and the Nike Air Foamposite One Kazuya Mishima sneakers. A trailer that debuted through the Tekken finals at Evo 2024 showcased quite a lot of the sport’s characters sporting Nike sneakers and the enduring branding built-in into the levels.
The footwear, in the meantime, obtained a shock drop and have been obtainable to buy to Evo attendees by way of the SNKRS app. Bandai Namco indicated it will present additional particulars on the Nike x Tekken collaboration sooner or later.
Evo 2024 in Las Vegas formally grew to become the most important in its historical past, in addition to the most important aggressive event in esports historical past. Over 10,224 gamers throughout 63 nations signed up for no less than one among Evo’s eight large tournaments and, alongside Tekken 8, Avenue Fighter 6, Mortal Kombat 1, Responsible Gear Try, and King of Fighters XV have been just a few different large attracts. The throwback sport for 2024 was Avenue Fighter III: Third Strike.