Fahkumram Revealed for Tekken 8 to Widespread Disappointment –
The latest announcement from Bandai Namco during the EVO Japan weekend has stirred an unexpected reaction from the Tekken community. The unveiling of Fahkumram as a fresh addition to Season 2 of Tekken 8 has not been well-received by fans and players around the globe.
Presenting Fahkumram has left many fans feeling indifferent, especially given the character’s notorious reputation within the Tekken universe. Fahkumram, who initially appeared in Tekken 7, has remained unappreciated due to his plain character design and overpowering gameplay mechanics that led to him being banned in competitive scenes, such as in Pakistan. This treatment is typically reserved for characters considered deliberately overpowered in fighting games.
The return of Fahkumram was not entirely unexpected, as his reappearance was leaked months ago along with Tekken 7’s Lidia Sobieska and another character, Craig Marduk. The inclusion of Lidia and Fahkumram has intensified rumors of Marduk’s comeback. It’s worth noting that if Marduk enters the scene, he could rival Fahkumram in terms of unpopularity.
For many, Tekken 8 seems to be losing its charm following the developments of Season 2. The attempts to refine gameplay mechanics have unfortunately amplified existing issues rather than addressing them. The player base has been dwindling ever since, and user feedback on platforms like Steam has plummeted to alarmingly negative levels.
Fahkumram’s reveal has only fueled the dissatisfaction clouding the game’s prospects. As he steps in as the fourth downloadable content (DLC) character from Tekken 7 to appear as DLC again in Tekken 8, alongside Lidia Sobieska and Anna Williams, fans are left disheartened. With the potential entry of Marduk, gamers feel they are shelling out yet again for characters they previously purchased, leading to growing disillusionment with Bandai Namco’s strategy.
The decision to reintroduce Fahkumram appears to be based on his high pick rate in Tekken 7, although his popularity was more due to his overpowered status rather than genuine admiration. Bandai Namco seems to have misinterpreted this statistic, applying a similar metric to the broader direction of Tekken 8. Such actions signal a disconnection between the developers and their dedicated fan base, and the nonchalant attitude frequently exhibited by Tekken’s leadership may not suffice this time. The community voices demand change, signaling that the addition of Fahkumram might be straying off course.
