Tekken 8 Introduces Microtransactions Amid Rising Development Costs

The game's developers cite tenfold increase in costs since the 1990s, leading to player backlash and the need for post-launch support.

Tekken 8's development costs are significantly higher than previous installments, prompting the introduction of microtransactions.
The game's creative director, Katsuhiro Harada, explains that development costs are now ten times what they were in the 1990s, largely due to online features and server maintenance.
Players have expressed dissatisfaction with the addition of microtransactions, especially since they were introduced after the game's reviews were published.
Bandai Namco aims to support Tekken 8 post-launch with new characters and updates, necessitating additional funding.
Tekken 8 has sold over two million copies since its launch, despite controversies surrounding its microtransaction model.