Tekken 8
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UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Pokemon Pokopia in the top threeThe UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top three. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains at the number one spot, with Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Mario Kart World rounding out the top five.
Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter are duking it out in cinemas – Tekken should be nextThis article argues that Tekken, with its complex narrative and diverse cast, is a prime candidate for a movie adaptation, similar to recent successful films based on Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter. It highlights the series' dramatic storylines and unique characters as ideal material for the big screen, suggesting a potential crossover film with Street Fighter.- UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the topTomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
- Morning MultiplexA gameplay reveal trailer for Kunimitsu in TEKKEN 8 has been released. The article also mentions official trailers and content creator videos, alongside a reference to Viva La Dirt League's Classic VS Retail editions.
All Evo Japan 2026 Game Announcements and DLC RevealsEvo Japan 2026 featured several game announcements and DLC reveals, including Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina set for a 2027 release on multiple platforms. World Heroes Perfect shadowdropped on Steam with new features, and new characters were announced for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and Tekken 8.
Tekken 8 Kunimitsu Release Date and First Gameplay RevealedBandai Namco has announced that the DLC character Kunimitsu will be released for Tekken 8 on June 1st, with early access starting May 27th. A trailer showcases her swift ninjutsu combat style. Kunimitsu is the first character of Tekken 8's third season of DLC, with Bob and Roger Jr. also planned for release.
Tekken 8 DLC Character Kunimitsu Release Date AnnouncedBandai Namco announced that the new Tekken 8 DLC character Kunimitsu will be released on May 27 for Season 3 Character Pass owners, and on June 1 for all other players. A gameplay trailer showcasing her abilities has also been released. Tekken 8 is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.- Tekken 8 Brings Back Kunimitsu on PS5 with a Fiery TwistTekken 8 is adding Kunimitsu II as the first character for its Season 3 Character Pass, available from May 27th for pass owners and June 1st for individual purchase. This iteration of Kunimitsu, the daughter of the original character, introduces new moves including fire-breathing abilities. Bandai Namco Entertainment will also reveal the final Season 3 character on May 24th.
There's an extreme lack of good quality, easy-to-find video game figures, and after seeing people make their own…The article discusses the scarcity of high-quality, easily accessible video game figurines compared to merchandise from other media like anime. It highlights the growing trend of fans customizing existing figures or creating their own from scratch, showcasing examples from games like Omori, Cuphead, and Stardew Valley.- Tekken 8 DLC character Kunimitsu launches May 27 for Season 3 Character Pass owners, June 1 for allThe downloadable content character Kunimitsu for Tekken 8 will be released on May 27 for owners of the Season 3 Character Pass, and on June 1 for all players. This marks the addition of a new fighter to the game's roster.
Tekken 8 Adds Kunimitsu on May 27th for Season 3 Pass Holders, June 1st for All PlayersTekken 8's Season 3 Character Pass will add Kunimitsu on June 1st, with early access for pass holders starting May 27th. The kunoichi utilizes ninjutsu and a ninjatō, and has a pre-existing relationship with Reina. Future additions include Bob, Roger Jr, and an unannounced fighter and stage, with rumors suggesting a collaboration character from Final Fantasy 7.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026 – Pragmata and Tomodachi Life in the top 3The UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026, shows Pragmata taking the top spot, pushing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream to third place. Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Resident Evil Requiem also feature in the top 5, with Elden Ring and Tekken 8 following closely.
Tekken players have spent years asking for FF7's Tifa only for rumours to suggest she's been poached by the…Rumors suggest that Tifa Lockhart, a popular character from Final Fantasy 7, may be added to Street Fighter 6 instead of Tekken 8. Tekken players have long requested Tifa as a playable character, and the appearance of Final Fantasy 16's Clive Rosfield in Tekken 8 has fueled speculation. While unconfirmed, the possibility of Tifa joining Capcom's fighting game has caused a stir in the fighting game community.
The Esports World Cup 2026 Sets a Record-Breaking Prize PoolThe Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will feature a record-breaking $75 million prize pool across 24 games and 25 tournaments. Over 2,000 players and 200 clubs from more than 100 countries will compete in a variety of genres including battle royales, first-person shooters, MOBAs, and fighting games.
Dead or Alive Fan Goes Wild Over Mystery ‘He’s Back’ AnnouncementA Dead or Alive fan caused a disruption in class by excitedly reacting to a mysterious "He's Back" announcement, sparking speculation within the community about a potential character or developer return. The franchise, known for its unique combat and dedicated fanbase, has been relatively quiet since Dead or Alive 6 in 2019, making this announcement particularly significant for its loyal followers.
Final Fantasy’s Tifa looks headed for Street Fighter 6 – unconfirmed, but looking likelyRumors suggest Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII will be added as DLC to Street Fighter 6, potentially alongside other characters like Vega, Gouken, and Mike Haggar. While unconfirmed by Capcom, the Tifa rumor has gained traction, with similar crossovers appearing in games like Tekken and Super Smash Bros. Street Fighter 6 has achieved significant sales success since its launch.
Final Fantasy 7 icon Tifa is rumored to join the Street Fighter 6 roster, stealing Tekken fans' most-requested guest fighter away from the already miserable fanbaseRumors suggest Tifa Lockheart from Final Fantasy VII may be added as a guest character to Street Fighter 6. This news comes as Tekken fans express disappointment with recent game updates and the absence of Tifa as a requested guest fighter in their series, despite other Final Fantasy characters appearing in Tekken 7 and 8.
Tekken 8 Fans Furious as Tifa Tipped for Street Fighter 6 InsteadTekken 8 fans are reportedly upset as rumors suggest Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7 may be added to Street Fighter 6's roster instead of Tekken 8. A leak indicates Tifa, along with Vega, Gouken, and Mike Haggar, could be part of Street Fighter 6's third season.
Street Fighter 6’s Year 4 Characters to Include Final Fantasy 7’s Tifa Lockhart – RumorRumors suggest that Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7, along with Vega, Hagar, and Gouken, will be part of Street Fighter 6's Year 4 character pass. This leak, corroborated by multiple sources, follows previous accurate predictions about character additions. Tifa Lockhart's inclusion would mark the first Final Fantasy character in a mainline Street Fighter game.
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero Breaks New Power Limits with Summer 2026 DLCBandai Namco announced 'Super Limit Breaking NEO,' a DLC expansion for Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero, set to release in Summer 2026. This DLC promises to introduce new characters and unprecedented levels of power, pushing the game's scaling beyond current Dragon Ball limits. A free update featuring a new Battle System will also be released simultaneously for all players.