Tekken 8 Soars to 3 Million Sales, Outpaces Tekken 7
Feb 25, 2025 1:18 PMTekken 8 has achieved a remarkable milestone, selling 3 million copies within a year of its release, surpassing the sales pace of its predecessor, Tekken 7, which took a decade to reach 12 million copies. After hitting 2 million units just a month after its January 2024 launch, Tekken 8 has added another million sales in the past 12 months. Bandai Namco has ambitious plans for the franchise, including the upcoming DLC character Anna Williams, set to debut on March 31 for Character Year 2 Pass holders. As part of its second-year roadmap, new characters and stages are scheduled for summer and fall of 2025 and winter 2025/2026. Meanwhile, the game's competitive landscape shows Tekken 8 trailing behind Mortal Kombat 1 at 5 million and Street Fighter 6 at 4.4 million copies sold.
nWhat are the upcoming DLC plans for Tekken 8?Bandai Namco has announced a roadmap for Tekken 8's second year, which includes four new DLC characters and stages scheduled for release in summer 2025, fall 2025, and winter 2025/2026.
Tekken 8, launched in January 2024, is the latest installment in the iconic fighting game series known for its deep mechanics, extensive character roster, and rich lore. The game builds on the foundation laid by previous titles, incorporating new features like the Heat System. It has gained critical acclaim, including a 9/10 rating in reviews, praising its evolution and innovation within the genre. With the competitive scene heating up and new content on the horizon, Tekken 8 aims to solidify its place as one of the leading fighting games in today's market.
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Stimpy commented on: 2025-02-25 14:24:14
It's wild to see Tekken 8 hitting 3 million sales so quickly—feels like the franchise is finally getting the mainstream love it deserves. With Anna Williams and a packed DLC roadmap, Bandai Namco is clearly playing the long game to keep fans hooked and the competition fierce.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-02-25 14:18:12
Wow, Tekken 8 hitting 3 million sales in just a year is seriously impressive—it’s like the game found its Heat System groove right out of the gate With Anna Williams and more DLC on the way, it feels like Bandai Namco is really doubling down to keep the hype alive, even if it’s got some catching up to do in the competitive scene.
