Heihachi Mishima Returns to Tekken 8 in First Free Story Expansion

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Tekken 8 fans rejoice! Heihachi Mishima, the legendary King of Iron Fist, makes his comeback in the latest character reveal trailer unveiled at EVO 2024. Set to be released as a DLC character in the fall of 2024, Heihachi joins the ranks of other fan-favorite characters such as Eddy Gordo and Lidia Sobieska. The DLC marks the third major content update since the game’s initial launch.

A New Chapter in the Story Mode

For the first time in Tekken history, Tekken 8 introduces a new chapter to its story mode. The free expansion builds on “The Dark Awakens” storyline, delving deeper into the ongoing clash between the Kazama and Mishima families. This expansion is available as a free update to all Tekken 8 players, offering new content and enhancing the game’s immersive experience.

Tekken World Tour 2024 Finals Announced

The Tekken World Tour 2024 finals will take place in Tokyo, Japan, on December 8, 2024. The event follows the thrilling conclusion of the EVO 2024 finals, where Arslan Ash was crowned the new champion. The finals will feature group stages for Global and Regional Leaderboards starting December 5. Fans can learn more about the tournament on the official Tekken World Tour website.

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For the latest updates on Tekken 8 and other Bandai Namco Europe products, visit their official website. Follow them on Twitter for real-time news and announcements.

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