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Brian Cox unfolds Tekken's epic saga so far
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Brian Cox unfolds Tekken's epic saga so far

Jan 10, 2024 10:25 AM

As the highly anticipated fighting game, Tekken 8, prepares for its launch on January 26, Bandai Namco has ramped up excitement by releasing a special video with renowned actor Brian Cox. Known for his acclaimed role as Logan Roy in HBO's Succession, Cox offers fans a compelling summary of the Tekken series' lore. The video serves as an informative introduction for players eager to jump into Tekken 8's narrative. Additionally, fans can get hands-on experience with the game in advance through a demo available for download. Tekken 8 promises to enhance the player experience with cross-play functionality and will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC.

Who is providing the narration for the story summary of Tekken 8?

Actor Brian Cox is providing the narration for the story summary of Tekken 8.

Tekken is a long-running fighting game franchise developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The series is known for its diverse roster of characters, each with their own unique backstories and fighting styles. Since the first Tekken game's debut in 1994, the franchise has become one of the most popular and influential in the fighting game genre. Tekken games boast deep combat mechanics and a complex storyline involving the Mishima family feud, and Tekken 8 aims to continue that legacy.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-01-10 11:15:06
Brian Cox lending his gravitas to the Tekken lore is a masterstroke for Bandai Namco—his iconic voice is the perfect primer for newcomers and a rich treat for series veterans. It's savvy moves like these that ensure Tekken 8's hype train is not just full steam ahead but doing so with a touch of class.
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-01-10 11:00:11
Brian Cox stepping in to narrate Tekken's storied history is a smart play by Bandai Namco, blending gravitas with fandom to hype up Tekken 8. The game's focus on cross-play and enhanced gameplay looks set to spike the adrenaline of fans across platforms, proving the franchise remains a heavyweight in the fighting genre's ring.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-01-10 10:45:08
Brian Cox bringing his gravitas to the Tekken universe is a masterstroke—it's not every day a game's lore gets such a dramatic boost. This crossover between epic storytelling and gaming is a surefire way to get the hype train chugging at full steam ahead for Tekken 8's release. 🎮🥊
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