Tekken 8 is getting a microtransaction shop post-launch, and the community is split on whether this is a good thing or not.
Tekken 8 is the latest installment in the renowned fighting game series. With its release, Tekken aims to redefine the fighting game experience, boasting enhanced graphics, refined gameplay mechanics, and an expansive roster of characters.
However, an in-game message suggests that Tekken 8 will soon introduce a microtransaction shop named "Tekken Shop". This announcement sparked a heated debate among players about what the Tekken Shop might entail, offer, and ultimately stand for.
Tekken 8: The Debate Among The Community
On one hand, supporters of the Tekken Shop argue that it provides players with more customization options and allows them to personalize their gaming experience further. They view microtransactions as a means of supporting the developers and ensuring the longevity of the game through additional revenue streams.
However, some players have also expressed frustration and disappointment with the inclusion of microtransactions post-launch in Tekken 8.
Having microtransactions is always a concern
— IAMOP (@_IAMOP) February 16, 2024
Investors will see the revenue and promote mtx implementations more over game features and innovation
Each iteration will keep getting worse as purpose of the game will shift to buying more ingame items
More Information About The Tekken Shop During A Live Stream
More details regarding the addition of microtransactions in Tekken 8 will be shortly forthcoming, given the game is set to release during a live stream on February 20, 2024! Here is the time window for your timezone:
The Tekken 8 live stream will start at 12 am PST, 3 am EST, 8 am GMT, 9 am CET and 5 pm JST.
Ready for some more?
— TEKKEN (@TEKKEN) February 16, 2024
Join @Harada_TEKKEN, @mykeryu, @nkt_dreamer & @y_esports for the next TEKKEN Talk introducing the post-release roadmap on Feb 20 at 17:00 JST | 00:00 AM PST | 9:00 CET
Watch it live
Twitch https://t.co/u5REOLIlKT
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Currently, the content lineup for the Tekken Shop remains unclear. However, following the recent update to the ESRB rating for Tekken 8, which now includes "In-Game Purchases," it's apparent that the shop will offer more than just in-game Fight Money.