In fact, it was at this very event last year that the first teaser for Tekken 8 was shown, as footage of Kazuya from the original Tekken game gave way to his modern-day appearance, while he smiled at the camera before the words 'Get Ready' appeared, much to fans' excitement.ĭeveloper Bandai Namco is looking for Tekken 8 to serve as the series' catalyst into a bold new direction. The esports tournament, which focuses specifically on fighting games, was founded in 1996, and has featured Tekken games as part of its line-up for the best part of 20 years. The Tekken franchise has a long history with the Evolution Championship Series, otherwise known as EVO. RELATED: Street Fighter 6 Has Set a High Bar For Mortal Kombat 1 and Tekken 8 Tekken 8 Could Finally Get a Release Date at EVO Of course, it's just as likely that fans won't get their hands on Tekken 8 until 2024, but either way, EVO 2023 has a chance to shed a little more light on things.

If Tekken 8 does arrive this side of Christmas, which many are hoping is still a possibility, that would mean a major release for each of the genre's three biggest hitters in the same calendar year. With EVO 2023 right around the corner, taking place on August 4, further updates on Tekken 8's progress, along with a release date, are hopefully forthcoming.Ģ023 is a big year for fighting games. For fans, it's been 8 long years since the release of the critically acclaimed Tekken 7, and the newest installment can't come soon enough.

Despite Tekken 8 showing off plenty of gameplay of its own, a release date remains elusive.

Following the successful launch of Street Fighter 6, which earned rave reviews, and an incredible-looking gameplay trailer and release date announcement for Mortal Kombat 1, fans of the fighting game series Tekken may be feeling a little left out right now.

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