Tekken 8's veteran fighter, Anna Williams, is back with a redesigned look that's largely been well-received. However, some fans aren't convinced, drawing comparisons to Santa Claus due to her new outfit.
When a fan requested a return to Anna's older design, Tekken's director and chief producer, Katsuhiro Harada, responded directly, acknowledging the dissenting opinions while defending the new design. He emphasized that the older designs still exist and that the criticism was unproductive and disrespectful to the majority of fans who appreciate the new look. He also challenged the notion that the commenter represented all Anna fans. Harada further highlighted the inconsistency of criticism, noting that complaints arose both before and after the redesign, regardless of the changes.
A subsequent comment criticizing Harada's response and Tekken's lack of older game re-releases with updated netcode prompted a sharp rebuke and a mute from Harada.While predominantly positive, feedback on Anna's new design includes some concerns, primarily focused on her outfit. Some players express satisfaction with the overall design, praising elements like the hair and leotard, while others dislike the coat, citing its resemblance to Santa Claus attire. Criticisms also include the perceived younger appearance and the absence of a "dominatrix vibe" present in previous iterations. One player succinctly called the new design "horrible," citing excessive accessories and a lack of focal point.
What do you think of Anna's new outfit in Tekken 8?
by u/PrimaSoul in Tekken
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Tekken 8's impressive sales figures, reaching 3 million copies sold within a year of release, significantly outpace Tekken 7's 10-year journey to 12 million sales. IGN's Tekken 8 review, awarding the game a 9/10, praised its refined fighting system, enjoyable offline modes, compelling new characters, excellent training tools, and improved online experience.
