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Tekken 8 Battle Pass Sparks Community Concerns

A significant portion of Tekken 8 enthusiasts express discontent following the official confirmation of an upcoming battle pass for the game.
Tekken 8 Battle Pass Sparks Community Concerns

Highlights

  • The introduction of Tekken 8's battle pass has triggered dissatisfaction among fans who perceive it as an additional post-launch financial demand.
  • The unveiling of the Tekken Fight Pass, offering exclusive rewards, has stirred controversy in the community, resulting in a wave of negative feedback.
  • Players are voicing criticism towards developers for the belated announcement of the battle pass, feeling deceived and diminishing their trust in Tekken 8.

Enthusiasts of Tekken 8 are expressing disappointment over the game's upcoming battle pass system. In a recent Tekken Talk Livestream, developers of Tekken 8 announced the introduction of a battle pass. Similar to other games, this new pass, known as the Tekken Fight Pass, will enable players to acquire items by completing various challenges within a specified timeframe.

Tekken 8 stands as the latest installment in the enduring fighting game franchise. The game launched with a roster of 32 characters, 29 of whom are returning from previous titles. The expansion of character offerings is customary in fighting games, with players already having the option to purchase additional characters through DLC packs. Nonetheless, the community's strong reaction to Tekken 8's forthcoming battle pass system has generated significant controversy, sparking widespread negativity in online discussions about the game.

As reported by Video Games Chronicle, a considerable segment of Tekken 8 fans is displeased with this announcement. Much like its counterparts, Tekken 8 was released at the standard $70 price point. The revelation of the game's upcoming battle pass has stirred frustration among fans, who are resistant to the idea of further financial obligations. Consequently, numerous critical remarks are circulating within the Tekken 8 subreddit. User shinyshinx789 expressed, "I was irritated about the Tekken Shop but managed to move past it, but a Battle Pass? They're treating this fully priced game as if it's free."

Gamers Voice Concerns to Tekken 8 Developers

The forthcoming Tekken Fight Pass will offer both a free version and a premium version, providing players with "even more luxurious" items. While players can currently earn Tekken Coins for use in the Tekken Shop, this new pass aims to alter players' fundamental interactions with the game. The negative reception from fans appears to be linked not only to financial aspects but also to how the Tekken Fight Pass was announced. A Reddit thread on the Tekken 8 subreddit titled "Regardless of pricing, you must admit WAITING to tell about MTX and Battle Pass is scummy" has amassed over 800 upvotes. Fans expressed feeling blindsided by the delayed announcement and have consequently lost faith in Tekken 8. User IAmGrumpyMan remarked, "I adore Tekken 8, but I also feel like we've been deceived. Introducing all these dreadful FOMO tactics post-launch is unethical, and they are fully aware of their actions and motivations."

Expansions such as Tekken 8's new battle pass are not unprecedented, with last year's Street Fighter 6 eventually introducing its own pass featuring new characters and costumes. Although Tekken 8 already boasts an extensive in-game store allowing players to buy DLC character packs, the community is particularly perturbed by the developers' gradual revelation of the game's forthcoming pass instead of confirming it prior to launch. While an official launch date for the Tekken Fight Pass remains undisclosed, players of Tekken 8 can anticipate further details in the near future.

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