Bandai Namco has released Tekken 8 update version 2.03.02, introducing matchmaking adjustments aimed at reducing waiting times for ranked matches. This update also revises several character behaviors, correcting unintended changes from the previous patch and fixing character-specific bugs to ensure fair gameplay.
Additionally, replay compatibility has been reset, making older replays unplayable and clearing online replay data. While ghost data will remain intact, it will now reflect the latest character adjustments. No major balance updates are planned for August, as the focus will shift to bug fixes starting with the September update.
Full Patch Notes:
- Application Schedule:
- CEST: July 22nd, 4:00 AM (applied sequentially)
- PDT: July 21st, 7:00 PM (applied sequentially)
- Maintenance Schedule:
- CEST: July 22nd, 3:30 AM – 5:30 AM
- PDT: July 21st, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Note: Schedule may change without notice. Online content unavailable during maintenance.
- Impact of the Update:
- Downloaded Replays / My Replay & Tips:
- Replays created before this update will no longer be playable.
- Online Replay:
- All pre-update replay data will be deleted.
- Super Ghost Battle / Ghost Match / Ghost vs Ghost:
- Ghost data will retain but reflect post-update character adjustments.
- Downloaded Replays / My Replay & Tips:
- Ranked Match:
- Adjusted internal matchmaking conditions to reduce waiting times, especially in certain rank ranges.
- Future matchmaking improvements will be monitored and adjusted as necessary.
- Playable Characters:
- Corrected unintended behavior changes from the previous update.
- Addressed bugs causing significant player disadvantages.
- No balance adjustments planned for August (Ver.2.04).
- September update (Ver.2.05) will focus on bug fixes and similar improvements.
- Bug Fixes:
- Resolved an issue in the “TEKKEN FIGHT LOUNGE” where comments did not display correctly under certain conditions.
- Character-Specific Changes:
- Devil Jin:
- Restored pushback behavior during Fly and Mourning Crow on hit, and during Heat hold, to version 2.02 state.
- Kuma:
- Fixed damage issue where absorbed attacks during Heat hold only dealt 1 damage.
- Reina:
- Improved tracking on the second hit when the first connects.
- Reapplied correction not properly implemented in Ver. 2.03.01.
- Devil Jin:
Tekken 8, developed by Bandai Namco Studios and Arika, was released on January 26, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. This entry marks the first in the series to launch on home consoles instead of arcades.
