It's been a year since the launch of Tekken 8, yet the persistent problem of cheating within the game not only persists but seems to be escalating. Despite a flood of player complaints and internal investigations, Bandai Namco has yet to implement effective measures against these dishonest players. Without decisive action from the developers, the online mode teeters on the brink of chaos, where fair play becomes a rarity rather than the standard.
Shortly after its release, videos emerged online showcasing players with seemingly superhuman reflexes. Some players manage to block attacks in a single frame, a feat impossible without the assistance of third-party software or macros. Others can instantly break any grabs, a capability beyond normal human limits. These actions unmistakably signal the use of cheats, yet they remain unpunished.
Beyond cheating, the game continues to grapple with significant technical issues that disrupt balance and gameplay. For example, Yoshimitsu's attacks occasionally become unblockable, with the defense system failing to recognize them. Additionally, there are tactics to artificially slow down matches, throwing off opponents' timing. When combined with cheats, these bugs render the competitive mode nearly unplayable.
Recently, dedicated members of the Tekken 8 community, including Mike Hollow and Blackheart59, uncovered a widespread network of cheaters. Within their Discord group, software is openly shared that enables players to automatically dodge attacks, block combos, and even evade losses. Astonishingly, these players continue to participate in ranked matches without any repercussions from Bandai Namco, despite being publicly exposed.
The safest way to enjoy the game currently is by playing on consoles with crossplay disabled. However, this method does not offer full protection against dishonest players. Some individuals create "smurf accounts" — secondary profiles to face less skilled opponents, further skewing the competitive balance. Others exploit control bugs to secure an unfair advantage.
Bandai Namco has announced the second season of Tekken 8, scheduled to start in April, but the developers have not yet presented a comprehensive plan to tackle cheaters. The community is apprehensive that the focus will shift towards new DLCs and cosmetic updates rather than addressing the critical online issues. If the situation remains unchanged, there's a risk that players will lose interest in the game on a large scale, threatening its future.
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