Tekken 8’s arrival on Unreal Engine 5 brings stunning visuals and new gameplay mechanics, but what about character customization? This beloved feature remains, but with some changes that might both excite and disappoint veteran players.
Tekken 8: Unmasking Your Fighting Spirit with Character Customization
Outfits Reimagined: Mix and Match (with a Twist)
Gone are the days of tweaking base outfits in Tekken 7. In Tekken 8, customization leans towards full-body outfits, offering a vast selection of clothes and accessories to choose from. Think t-shirts, pants, jackets, hats, glasses, and more!
But there’s a catch. You can’t mix and match custom items with a character’s base outfit anymore. This means no adding a cool hat to King’s iconic jaguar skin or swapping his tights for something funkier. It’s either full-on custom or full-on base outfit.
While this may limit some creative freedom, the sheer number of customization options is still impressive. You can create dozens of unique looks for each character, ensuring your King stands out from the crowd (even if he’s not rocking his trademark tights).
Avatars Assemble!
New to Tekken 8 is avatar customization, specifically for Arcade Quest, Super Ghost Battle, and the Fighting Lounge. Here, you create a character from scratch, molding it into your ultimate fighting persona.
Unlike character customization, your avatar starts as a blank slate. Go wild with hair, glasses, clothes, shoes – the possibilities are endless! Let your inner fashion rebel shine through and create an avatar that’s a true reflection of your fighting spirit.
Flair for the Fighter
Beyond the threads, Tekken 8 lets you personalize your overall presentation. Customize your health bar, player data background, and even add a title and background to truly make your mark. These options might be purely aesthetic, but unlocking them through gameplay progress and high ranks adds a satisfying layer of achievement.
So, whether you’re a fashion purist sticking to iconic outfits or a mix-and-match maestro crafting unique looks, Tekken 8‘s customization has something for everyone. Get ready to unleash your inner stylist and dominate the arena in style!
