Bandai Namco Entertainment recently announced exciting news for Tekken 8 fans, revealing that the DLC character Heihachi Mishima will be added to the game on September 30 for owners of the Character Year 1 Pass. This popular character will also become available for purchase to all players on October 3.
Heihachi Mishima will come with four different costumes, adding a variety of options for players to customize their gaming experience. Additionally, a new DLC stage called Genmaji Temple will be introduced to further enhance the gameplay.
The company will also release a free update for all players, introducing a new chapter titled “Unforgotten Echoes.” This update will offer additional content and expand the game’s narrative for all users to enjoy.
Tekken 8 previously added the DLC character Lidia Sobieska, who was initially launched on July 22 and officially released on July 25. Eddy Gordo, the first DLC character, made his debut on April 4, with early access for Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition purchasers on April 1.
Since its launch on January 26 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Tekken 8 has garnered significant success, surpassing 2 million copies in sales worldwide by February. The game boasts a roster of 32 characters, including iconic fighters like Jin Kazama, Kazuya Mishima, Nina Williams, and more.
With a storyline set nearly six months after the events of Tekken 7, Tekken 8 continues to captivate players with its engaging narrative. The Guinness World Records recognize the Tekken franchise for having the longest-running storyline in video game history, adding to the depth and complexity of the game’s universe.
In addition to the exciting character additions, Tekken 8 features a Tekken shop where players can access both free and paid additional content. DLC characters will have their stories expanded through a dedicated story mode, offering a deeper dive into their backgrounds and motivations. The game also introduced the Tekken World Tour in April, adding another layer of competitive play for fans.
Looking ahead, the Tekken: Bloodline anime series, based on the Tekken 3 fighting game, premiered on Netflix in August 2022, further expanding the franchise’s reach and storytelling.
Overall, the addition of Heihachi Mishima as a DLC character in Tekken 8 adds another layer of excitement and depth to an already beloved game. Players can look forward to experiencing new costumes, stages, and narratives as they continue their journey in the Tekken universe.
