Bandai Namco Unveils Major Updates for Tekken 8
During Evo Japan 2025, Bandai Namco announced numerous exciting additions for Tekken 8, including the upcoming DLC character Fahkumram and a new stage based on Pac-Man.
Additionally, a patch set to address balance and ranked matchmaking will be released soon, specifically on May 12 at 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Two further balance updates are also planned for the future.
The version 2.01 update will introduce balance changes and include new content like the Tekken Ghost Showdown, a Cyber Phantom Pack, and a Vigilante Tech Pack.
Version 2.02 is slated for June 3, 2025, and it will bring its own balance adjustments, including features related to the new Karate Kid: Legends movie, offering character hoodies and new classic costumes for Kuma, Panda, and Dragunov.
Version 2.03 will arrive this summer, containing further balance updates, a new Pac-Man stage named Pac-Pixels, and additional interactive elements such as hit-effects and a wearable Pac-Man head.
Fahkumram’s reveal trailer and an image gallery showcasing these announcements are also available in the linked content below.
In recent statements, Bandai Namco outlined numerous balance adjustments for Tekken 8 Ver. 2.01, focusing on reducing attack-heavy dynamics and improving overall gameplay balance based on player feedback.
