Tekken 8 garnered significant attention at Gamescom 2023 as a flagship release. Enthusiastic followers of the fighting game genre now have the opportunity to secure their pre-orders for the game, which has just become available. Much like other offerings from Bandai Namco, a range of editions for Tekken 8 can be chosen for purchase. This article will thoroughly examine the process of pre-ordering, covering not only the bonuses linked with it but also the inclusion of the Year 1 Pass.
Tekken 8 Pre-Order Bonus Content and More
First revealed in 2022, Tekken 8 swiftly captured the attention as one of the most eagerly awaited games in recent times. The game will boast a lineup of 32 characters upon its release, including familiar faces and fresh additions. Enthusiasts have the option to secure an early pre-order for Tekken 8, granting them access to an array of additional content and characters.
For those who choose to pre-order any of the three editions of Tekken 8 before its launch, a special bonus awaits in the form of an Arcade Quest costume designed after Paul Phoenix. PlayStation users will also have the exclusive privilege of receiving another set of costumes inspired by Mokujin and Tetsujin.
How to pre-order Tekken 8
You have a couple of options when it comes to pre-ordering Tekken 8. You can choose to do so either through the Steam Store or the Official Bandai Namco Store. However, it’s important to note that the “Premium Collector’s Edition,” an exclusive version, can only be obtained from the Bandai Namco Store.
Here is how you pre-order through Steam:
- Open Steam and log in with your ID.
- Search Tekken 8.
- There, you can purchase one of the 3 available pre-order editions.
- Only the normal, deluxe, and ultimate editions are available on Steam.
Here is how you pre-order through Bandai Namco:
- Open your browser.
- Go to the official Bandai Namco Store.
- Search for Tekken 8.
- Select which platform you will be playing Tekken 8 in.
- There, you can purchase one of the 4 available pre-order editions.
- Normal, Deluxe, Ultimate, and Premium Collector’s editions are available there.
Now, let’s take a look at the bonuses provided by each of these pre-order editions:
Standard Edition
Priced at $69.99, the Standard Edition of Tekken 8 offers a physical disc for either the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S. The price remains consistent regardless of whether you opt for the physical or digital version.
- Pre-orders for this edition come with the Paul Phoenix set, available as an Avatar Costume.
- Moreover, those who pre-order the PlayStation 5 version will also receive the exclusive Mokujin and Tetsujin Avatar Skins.
Deluxe Edition
Unfortunately, there isn’t a pre-order option for a physical Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition. However, the digital version of the Deluxe Edition is priced at $99.99, which implies that the physical version might have a similar cost and content offering.
Here’s a full list of Deluxe Edition contents:
- Physical Game
- Pre-Order Bonuses
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (Four DLC Characters)
- Kinjin Avatar skin
- Gold Suit Pack
Ultimate Edition
You can acquire the Tekken 8 Ultimate Edition for a price of $109.99. This digital edition encompasses all the content and bonuses that are part of the Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition.
Here’s everything included in the Digital Ultimate Edition:
- Physical Game
- Pre-Order Bonuses
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (Four DLC Characters)
- Kinjin Avatar skin
- Gold Suit Pack
- Avatar Skins for Kazuya, Jin, and Jun
- Avatar Costume: Classic Tekken T-Shirt Set
Premium Collector’s Edition
The Premium Collector’s Edition of Tekken 8 stands as the pinnacle offering for dedicated Tekken enthusiasts, available at $299.99. This physical edition not only offers all the content and bonuses featured in the Tekken 8 Deluxe Edition but also provides an elevated experience. It’s important to note that this exclusive product can only be acquired by purchasing directly from the Bandai Namco Store.
Here’s everything included in the Premium Collector’s Edition:
- Physical Game
- Pre-Order Bonuses
- Playable Character Year 1 Pass (Four DLC Characters)
- Kinjin Avatar skin
- Gold Suit Pack
- Avatar Skins for Kazuya, Jin, and Jun
- Avatar Costume: Classic Tekken T-Shirt Set
- Exclusive Electrified Jin Figurine (25 cm)
- Special Face-Off Steelbook
- 8 Glossy Collectible Cards
- Leroy Smith Metal Ring
- Arcade Token (5 cm)
Tekken 8 Year 1 Pass
Bandai Namco’s official Tekken 8 trailer also unveiled the Year 1 Pass, offering downloadable content (DLC) characters and detailing the contents of the Premium Collector’s, Ultimate, and Deluxe Editions of the game.
As indicated in the concluding segment of the video, Tekken 8’s Year 1 Pass encompasses four new DLC characters, including the Kinjin avatar skin for use.
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