Tekken 8, the latest installment in the long-running fighting game series, has been making waves in the gaming community, not just for its intense battles and in-depth customization options, but also for a recent development that has left players divided: the addition of a microtransaction shop, dubbed the “Tekken Shop”. This new feature, confirmed by the game’s developers, Bandai Namco, comes weeks after the game’s release, a move that some speculate is an attempt to dodge lower review scores.
The Tekken Shop, according to an in-game message received by players, will be a place where players can purchase new content for the game. While some players were hopeful that the shop would use the in-game currency, Fight Money, the game’s ESRB rating was updated to include “In-Game Purchases”, quashing that theory.
The reaction from the gaming community has been mixed. Some players are excited about the potential new offerings, with fans of Tekken 8 expressing willingness to spend extra money on skins, provided the pricing is fair. Others, however, view the addition of a post-launch microtransaction shop as a negative move.
This isn’t the first time a modern fighting game has incorporated microtransactions. Both Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1 offer a number of cosmetic items available for purchase with real money. However, the pricing of these microtransactions has been a point of contention among players.
Despite the controversy, Tekken 8 has been a hit with fans, selling millions of copies in its first week and garnering praise for its extensive customization options. Players can earn free in-game currency for almost everything they do in the game, which can be used to purchase cosmetics such as outfits, accessories, hairstyles, and more.
The introduction of the Tekken Shop, however, could change how players acquire these cosmetics. While it’s not explicitly stated that the shop will charge real money for items, the updated ESRB rating suggests this could be the case.
As we await more details about the Tekken Shop, which are expected to be revealed at the upcoming Tekken Talk event on February 20, the gaming community continues to debate the merits and drawbacks of microtransactions in full-price releases. Regardless of where you stand on the issue, one thing is clear: Tekken 8 is pushing the boundaries of what players can expect from a modern fighting game.
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