Bandai Namco, the renowned game developer, has recently confirmed the system requirements for the eagerly awaited “Tekken 8” on PC. Detailed on the game’s Steam page, these specifications highlight the technological advances in gaming, while also setting a high bar for hardware requirements.
One of the most notable requirements for “Tekken 8” is a substantial 100GB of storage space. This hefty demand underscores the game’s expansive content and sophisticated graphics. Additionally, the game’s minimum system requirements include 8GB of RAM, while the recommended settings push this to 16GB, suggesting that “Tekken 8” is designed for a high-fidelity gaming experience.
Bandai Namco also emphasizes the game’s performance capabilities, guaranteeing stable frame rates of over 60 frames per second under the recommended settings. This is set as the default graphic setting upon the game’s first launch. However, players are cautioned that running other applications in the background may impact the game’s frame rate.
In a move welcomed by many gamers, Tekken chief Katsuhiro Harada confirmed that “Tekken 8” will not incorporate Denuvo, a controversial anti-piracy software. This decision aligns with a growing trend in the gaming industry to forego such measures in favor of a more user-friendly experience.
Tekken 8 PC System Requirements in Detail
The minimum and recommended system requirements for “Tekken 8” include a 64-bit processor and operating system, with specifics outlined below:
Minimum Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K/AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050Ti/AMD Radeon R9 380X
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 100 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard/Onboard chipset
Recommended Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K/AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070/AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 100 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard/Onboard chipset
New Characters and Storyline Details
“Tekken 8” will feature 32 playable characters, including Tekken veterans like Paul, Yoshimitsu, and Jun Kazama, alongside three new additions: Azucena, Victor Chevalier, and Reina, who is seen as the spiritual successor to Heihachi Mishima.
Tekken 8 is set to launch on January 26, 2024, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, as well as PC.
