Bandai Namco Entertainment has released Tekken 7 for consoles and PC.
Tekken 7 allows gamers to raise their mighty fists and battle it out on next generation consoles. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 4 with a 3D battle system and gameplay that fans have grown to love. Tekken 7 ups the realism of the series with its immersive graphics and innovative fighting mechanics.
Tekken 7 features a roster of over 30 playable characters that return with some of player's favorite signature moves. There are a few new moves that make their debut and all together there are literally tons of techniques and combos to master. All of this can be a littler overwhelming, especially when you add it to the new Rage Arts and Attacks. These attacks are super impressive and can really punish your opponents.
The graphics and visuals look spectacular in Tekken 7 and is definitely one of the best looking games to release in the series so far. The game's story unfolds from the perspective of a reporter who is doing an article on Mishima Zaibatsu and the G Corporation. Tekken 7 continues the plot from Tekken 6, and players enter a world ravaged by the war between the Mishima Zaibatsu and G Corporation. As the plot twists unfold, players are dragged into an immersive story that they must battle their way through. The different parts of the story unfold in cut scenes which gamers can skip if they would rather jump back into the action.
As you progress through Tekken 7, you will unlock different character stories as you make your way through the five hour campaign. Gamers are even given a special story assist ability that aids in pulling off their character's harder moves allowing them to complete the story at an easier rate. Some of the boss battles aren't as hard as you might like and there is the ability to increase the game's difficulty to "King of Iron Fist."
There is a ton of replayability in Tekken 7 thanks to the various game modes which includes Treasure Battle, Jukebox Mode, Arcade Mode, Tournament Mode, Gallery Mode and so forth. The various modes alongside the campaign allow gamers to play Tekken 7 in a variety of ways to keep the game fresh and entertaining. The game's one on one multiplayer segments is what really makes the title shine. Players are able to make their way through ranked and unranked matches while gaining points based on how they perform. The more points you earn than the faster you will rise to the top of the Tekken 7 leaderboards showing everyone just how good you really are.
All-in-all, Tekken 7 lives up to what the series is known for and allows you to creatively pummel your opponents. The game is visually amazing and the fantastic soundtrack really helps fully immerse players into its action-packed storyline. If you thought the series couldn't get any better, than Tekken 7 will pleasantly surprise you as it takes the series to new heights.
To learn more, visit the official Tekken 7 website.
Features:
- UNREAL ENGINE 4: Powered by the Unreal Engine 4, Tekken 7 sets a new benchmark for graphical fidelity for the fighting game genre, pushing the new generation of console hardware and PC visuals to the limit.
- SEAMLESS STORY EXPERIENCE: Hollywood-like, over-the-top cinematic action sequences blend flawlessly into fierce battles.
- THE FINAL CHAPTER OF THE MISHIMA BLOOD SAGA: Tekken 7 represents the final chapter of the 20-year-long Mishima feud. Unveil the epic ending to the emotionally charged family warfare between the members of the Mishima Clan as they struggle to settle old scores and wrestle for control of a global empire, putting the balance of the world in peril.
- ROSTER OF OVER 30 PLAYABLE CHARACTERS: Select characters from an impressive roster of fan-favorites and all-new fighters, each with a distinct set of deadly techniques, martial arts moves and combos.
- STREET FIGHTER CROSS-OVER CHARACTER - AKUMA: Street Fighter’s Akuma flawlessly transitions into the 3D space and joins the fray in an epic franchise mash-up complete with all his shoto-style moves and fireballs.
- ALL NEW BATTLE MECHANICS & MOVES:Classic 1 vs 1 battles return along with new moves and battle mechanics like Rage Arts, Rage Drives and Power Crushes that make gameplay more accessible for players of all skill levels.
Reviewed for PC