Key Highlights:
- Eddy Gordo, the iconic capoeira fighter, joins Tekken 8 as the game’s inaugural DLC character.
- Accessible for Deluxe, Ultimate, or Deluxe Upgrade pack owners, or as a standalone purchase.
- Patch 1.03.01 introduces the Tekken Fight Pass, offering standard and premium tiers.
- Update brings new costume sets, legacy Yoshimitsu costume, and Eddy Gordo avatar skin to Tekken Shop.
- Gameplay enhancements include better online match quality, option to end matches with poor connections, and adjustments to character moves and combos.
- Substantial balance-focused update slated for May 2024 after EVO Japan 2024.
Eddy Gordo’s Return to the Tekken Franchise
Eddy Gordo, the iconic capoeira master, has finally joined the Tekken 8 roster as the game’s first downloadable character.
Players can acquire the fighter if they own any of the following editions:
- Deluxe
- Ultimate
- Deluxe Upgrade pack
Fans of the series will be familiar with Eddy’s flashy, dance-like fighting style, which has made him a fan-favourite since his debut in Tekken 3.
With Eddy’s addition, players now have the opportunity to experience the character’s unique blend of graceful movements and powerful counter-attacks.
As the first DLC character to be released, Eddy’s inclusion sets the stage for the continued expansion of the Tekken 8 roster in the months to come.
New Features and Gameplay Adjustments in Patch 1.03.01
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Update Contents | |
| New Playable Character | Eddy Gordo (72-hour early access with Playable Character Year 1 Pass) |
| New Feature | TEKKEN FIGHT PASS (Level up via online missions, earn TEKKEN COINS) |
| New Items | Cyber Pack 01 & 02 costumes (all characters), Legacy Yoshimitsu costume, Eddy Gordo Avatar Skin |
| Functional Improvements & Bug Fixes | |
| Network Quality | Matches terminated for poor connection quality |
| Versus Screen | Random stage indicator added (Player Match) |
| QUIT Option | Added to Main Menu (Steam only) |
| Move Adjustments | Bug fixes for unintended behaviour (focus in 1.03), balance update coming in 1.04 (May 2024) |
| Version 1.04 | Buffs for underused characters, adjustments to overpowered moves |
| Scope of Update | |
| Downloaded Replays & My Replay & Tips | Pre-update replays unavailable |
| Online Replay | Pre-update replays deleted |
| Super Ghost Battle & Ghost Match | Character behaviour reflects post-update state |
Alongside Eddy Gordo’s arrival, the Tekken 8 patch 1.03.01 introduced several new features and gameplay changes to the game.
The most significant addition is the Tekken Fight Pass, a battle pass system that allows players to earn various cosmetic rewards by completing daily and weekly missions in online matches.
The update also made improvements to the online experience, including the ability to terminate matches with poor network connections, as well as various bug fixes and adjustments to character move properties and combos.
While some of these changes have had unintended consequences, the developers have acknowledged the need for further balance adjustments in a future update scheduled for May 2024.
Bandai Namco revealed the patch notes on their official website but we have posted them for you to browse above.
Looking Ahead to the Future
With Eddy Gordo now available and the Tekken Fight Pass system in place, gamers have plenty of new content and systems to engage with. His avatar skin is only available through the Tekken Shop which will probably not go down well within the community.
The introduction of Microtransactions never pleases any fan-base in gaming and this title will be no different!
However, the upcoming May 2024 update, which the developers have stated will focus on buffing underperforming characters and making adjustments to overpowered moves, will likely have a more significant impact on the game’s overall balance and meta.
The ongoing support and balance updates for the latest entry demonstrate the studio’s commitment to ensuring the fighting title remains a premier beat ’em up experience for both casual and hardcore fans alike.
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