Developed by Bandai Namco Studios and Arika, Tekken 8 is going to be released on January 26, 2024. Like most fighting games, this game is also a big hit among both Xbox and PlayStation console players. In this article, we will answer every question that you may have about Tekken 8 on Xbox.
But before we do that, if you are planning on playing Tekken 8 on PC, then you should check the system requirements of this game. See if your PC runs it — you may change your mind and play this game on your gaming console after that.
Is Tekken 8 on Xbox One?
No, Tekken 8 will not be released on Xbox One. We do not know if this situation may change in the future. However, currently, there are no plans for it to be released on a previous-generation console.
The previous game, Tekken 7, was released on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. If you are craving a fighting game as good as this one, you should check out the previous entry in the series. Thankfully, it aged well.
In fact, there is no confirmation as to it being released on any of the previous generation of consoles, regardless of Xbox or PlayStation. This is because Tekken 8 reportedly features character models that are made from the ground up in an incredibly realistic manner. The official website of this game mentions that such features may not run on older models of gaming consoles.
If you wanted to play Tekken 8 on Xbox One, unfortunately, you will not be able to do that in the near future. But trust us to inform you if such news comes out. In the meantime, try your hand at exploring the wonderful world of Tekken 8 on a PC.
Is Tekken 8 on Xbox Series X|S?
Tekken 8 will be released on Xbox Series X|S at launch. So, yes, you will be able to play this game on your next-gen Xbox. Keep in mind that you will probably get a better performance in Series X than in Series S due to the amount of power that is required for this game.
According to the official website, Tekken 8 “Pushes the limits of new-gen hardware and technologies”. So, we assume that the game is going to use all the abilities of your Xbox Series X|S. If you want to get a taste of these high-quality graphics, you can take a look at the Tekken 8 trailers.
Furthermore, Tekken 8 is powered by Unreal Engine 5, which is known for its ability to create realistic-looking graphics. As we mentioned, all the characters are remade with “High-fidelity skin, hair, and muscles that flex realistically to portray lifelike character animation”.
We cannot wait to see what the Tekken 8 on Xbox Series X|S will look like. The trailers suggest a graphics quality beyond our wildest dreams. We are so excited to beat our friends in the highest possible quality.
Final Thoughts
These are everything that we know about Tekken 8 on Xbox. You might have been disappointed to learn that the game will not be released on Xbox One, but keep an eye out for more updates on this topic.
What’s more, if you were thinking of updating your gaming console, here is one more reason for you. You can also try your hand at playing it on a PC.
We hope to have answered all your questions regarding Tekken 8 on Xbox in this article. If not, no worries: We will keep publishing more news about this game as they come out. So, do not worry about checking back in with us.
In the meantime, you may enjoy reading our articles about other fighting games, such as our guide on how to unlock all the characters in Tekken 3.
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