Tekken 8, the highly anticipated fighting game, has been struck by yet another leak, but this time, the source of the slip-up is Bandai Namco Europe itself. Only a short while after a handful of character leaks during the Closed Network Test, the game has experienced yet another unintentional revelation, just before a likely official announcement at the upcoming EVO event this weekend.
Bandai Namco Europe Website Accidentally Reveals Two New Fighters
Recently, sharp-eyed fans noticed that the official Bandai Namco Europe website had inadvertently disclosed two unrevealed characters scheduled to appear in Tekken 8.
One of the fighters is believed to be Raven, who was previously part of the Closed Network Test leak. The second character, named Azucena, is a fresh addition to the Tekken series, and little information is available about them at this moment.
The leak made its way to the GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit, where the community observed that this is the third instance of Bandai Namco Europe unintentionally sharing Tekken 8 information ahead of schedule.
Fortunately, only the characters’ names were divulged, with no accompanying trailers, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the official reveal to see the new fighters in action.
Azucena: A Name with a Potential Meaning
Fans have noticed that Azucena is a term associated with flowers, specifically the Spanish name for lilies. Flowers often carry specific symbolic meanings, and lilies are commonly linked to themes of purity or rebirth. However, it remains uncertain if these themes will have any direct connection to the character in Tekken 8.
As we anticipate the end of the day, fans can look forward to a formal reveal of both characters. This reveal will finally showcase what Raven and Azucena look like in action, allowing players to speculate on their unique abilities and fighting styles.
While a release date for Tekken 8 is yet to be confirmed, the game is set to be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms when it finally hits the market. Until then, players can stay engaged with the upcoming announcements and prepare for a thrilling new chapter in the iconic Tekken franchise.