Tekken 8, one of the most anticipated fighting games for years, is finally here. The game has been exclusive to PlayStation consoles since its launch and many gamers are wondering if this will continue in the future. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what’s happening with Tekken 8 and what gamers need to know about its exclusivity.
Exclusivity on PlayStation
Tekken 8 has been exclusive to PlayStation consoles since it was announced in 2015. The game was developed by Katsuhiro Harada, the creator of the Tekken series, and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game is available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita and has been well-received by critics and gamers alike.
Why Exclusivity?
The main reason why Tekken 8 was exclusive to PlayStation consoles is because the developers wanted to make sure that the game looked and played its best on PlayStation hardware. Bandai Namco also cited the importance of maintaining a consistent gaming experience across all platforms, but the true reason behind the exclusivity is likely to be sales. By keeping Tekken 8 exclusive to PlayStation, Bandai Namco was able to ensure that all players who wanted to play the game had to buy it on PlayStation consoles.
The Future of Tekken 8 Exclusivity
Now that Tekken 8 has been out for a while, some gamers are wondering if it will remain exclusive to PlayStation consoles in the future. While it’s too early to say for certain, there is no indication that Bandai Namco plans on making Tekken 9 exclusive to any other platform than PlayStation. The company has always been committed to keeping the series exclusive, and it seems that they will continue to do so in the future.
Final Thoughts
Tekken 8 has been a huge success for Bandai Namco, and gamers have loved playing it on their PlayStation consoles. While it’s possible that Tekken 9 may eventually be released on other platforms, it’s clear that exclusivity is still an important factor in the development and release of games like Tekken. Gamers who want to play Tekken will continue to have to do so on PlayStation consoles for the foreseeable future.
FAQs:
- Will Tekken 9 be exclusive to PlayStation consoles?
While it’s too early to say, Bandai Namco has always been committed to keeping the Tekken series exclusive and it seems that this will continue in the future. - Why was Tekken 8 exclusive to PlayStation consoles?
Tekken 8 was exclusive to PlayStation consoles because the developers wanted to ensure that the game looked and played its best on PlayStation hardware, and to maintain a consistent gaming experience across all platforms. Sales may have also been a factor in keeping it exclusive.
