Tekken 8 releases January 26 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The latest in a long line of fighting games from Bandai Namco Studios, this eighth mainline installment includes new game modes, a new mechanic called the “Heat System” that rewards aggressive play, and more. It comes in a variety of editions, each of which gets you a handful of extras beyond the game itself. Plus, you can take your pick of preorder bonuses depending on which retailer you choose (see it at Amazon). There’s a lot to cover, so let’s dive in.
Preorder Tekken 8 (Standard Edition)
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Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition (Digital Only)
The digital-only deluxe edition comes with the game itself, plus the following digital extras:
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (4 additional characters)
- Avatar Skin: Kinjin
- Character Costume: Gold Suit Pack
Tekken 8 Ultimate Edition (Digital Only)
The digital-only ultimate edition comes with the game itself, plus the following digital extras:
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (4 additional characters)
- Avatar Skin: Kinjin
- Character Costume: Gold Suit Pack
- Avatar Costume: Classic Tekken Tee Set
- 3 Avatar Skins: Kazuya, Jun, Jin
Tekken 8 Collector’s Edition
The collector’s edition is a Bandai Namco Store exclusive. It costs $299.99 and comes with the following extras:
Physical Items
- Exclusive Electrified Jin Figurine (25 CM)
- Special Face-Off Steelbook
- 8 Glossy Collectible Cards
- Leroy Smith Metal Ring with Velvet Pouch
- Arcade Token (5 CM)
Digital Items
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (4 additional characters)
- Avatar Skin: Kinjin
- Character Costume: Gold Suit Pack
- Avatar Costume: Classic Tekken Tee Set
- 3 Avatar Skins: Kazuya, Jun, Jin
Tekken 8 Preorder Bonuses
If you’re looking for freebies, you have your pick with Tekken 8. Everyone who preorders will get a free Paul Phoenix avatar costume set. Preorder the PS5 edition, and you’ll also get two free avatar skins: Mokujin and Tetsujin.
Additionally, several retailers are offering their own bonuses along with preorders.
- Amazon – Jin’s Jacket controller skin (PS5 only)
- Best Buy – metal plate
- GameStop – magnetic fight glove keyring
Hori PS5 Fighting Stick Alpha – Tekken 8 Edition
In addition to the game, a new Hori fighting stick with Tekken 8 branding is also launching on January 26.
Tekken 8 Demo Is Live
Want to try it before you buy it? You can download a free Tekken 8 demo on every platform the game will be available on. There’s no reason not to give it a shot, but you can also check out our Tekken 8 hands-on preview for more details about what to expect.
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