On launch, there will be several Tekken 8 editions to choose from. So, here’s a deep dive into what you can expect to get from all the editions of Tekken 8!
The Tekken franchise has been around for decades and is easily one of the best fighting games of all time. And the newest installment, Tekken 8, promises to bring in game-changing features and a plethora of updated combos. The title will be released on all major platforms including the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on January 26, 2024. Plus, with the game supporting crossplay, players across all platforms can play with each other! So, if you are planning to pick up a copy of the game for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about all the different Tekken 8 editions that will be released on launch.
All Tekken 8 Editions Explained
Tekken 8 will come out in a variety of different editions on launch. Each edition comes with its own set of perks and bonus content. So, it is important that you know about which edition includes what benefits. Here’s a breakdown of all the editions, their prices, and what they have to offer:
1. Tekken 8 Standard Edition
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The physical and digital variant of the Tekken 8 Standard Edition will come with the Paul Phoenix Avatar Arcade Quest costume set when you pre-ordered on PS5, Xbox, and PC (via Steam). The costume will include 5 unique cosmetic items for Paul which is great news for fans of the character. Moreover, when the game is pre-ordered on PS5, players will also receive Mokujin and Tetsujin avatar skins for the Arcade Quest mode. The Tekken 8 Standard Edition costs $69.99.
2. Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition
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The Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition will only be available for digital purchase. It will be available on platforms and come with some unique additions to the game. For instance, players will get early access to the Tekken 8 Playable Characters Year 1 Pass, which means all the planned DLC characters for the first year of Tekken 8 will be accessible from day 1. Moreover, buyers of the Deluxe Edition will also receive a gold suit for all 32 of the base game characters. The bundle will also include all of the content from the Standard Edition and a Kinjin avatar skin for the Arcade Quest mode. The Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition costs $99.99.
3. Tekken 8 Ultimate Edition
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Similar to the Deluxe Edition, Tekken 8 Ultimate Edition will also be available for digital purchase only. This variant will come with all of the goodies mentioned in the Standard and Deluxe Edition and a few extra bonuses. Buyers will get the Avatar Skins for Jin, Kazuya, and Jun, along with a set of 32 Tekken-themed T-shirt designs for Arcade Quest mode. The Tekken 8 Ultimate Edition costs $109.99.
4. Tekken 8 Launch Edition
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The Tekken 8 Launch Edition is primarily for people who prefer to buy their games physically. It comes with all of the digital bonuses found in the Standard Edition of the game, the Tekken 8 box case, Corporation stickers, and a Tekken 8 logo metal plate. And if the game is pre-ordered through the Bandai Namco Store, then buyers will also receive the Tekken 8 Steel Book which features Jin and Kazuya. The Tekken 8 Launch Edition costs $89.99.
5. Tekken 8 Premium Collector’s Edition
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The Tekken 8 Premium Collector’s Edition is the most stacked edition with several unique items that are only accessible here. Buyers who will pre-order this edition will receive all of the digital downloadable content that is present in the Ultimate Edition of the game.
However, the biggest selling point of this variant are all the exclusive physical items that come with it! The Premium Collector’s Edition will feature a 25-centimeter tall Jin figurine along with a physical version of the Arcade Token, eight collectible cards with a glossy finish, the burning chain metal plate, a special Face-Off-themed steel book, and a Leroy Smith metal ring that comes in a velvet pouch. The Tekken 8 Premium Collector’s Edition costs $299.99 and will only be exclusively available for purchase at the Bandai Namco Store.
Final Thoughts
That about wraps it up! Now you know what you will be getting from all the different Tekken 8 editions and how much they will set you back. But regardless of which edition you get, Tekken 8 already has plenty to offer with 32 playable characters, 16 different stages, and the next chapter of Tekken’s incredible story! So, are you ready for the next challenger?
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