Tekken 8's latest patch note's have been released by Bandai Namco. Version 1.04 brings new costumes, gameplay refinements, and bug fixes. Let's take a quick look at what this update means for fighters.

Full Notes Here: https://www.tekken-official.jp/tekken_news/?p=82

The patch notes for v1.04 provide detailed adjustments across various characters and gameplay mechanics. Here’s a summary of the key changes:

Battle Balance and Future Direction: There are plans for gradual balance adjustments to better showcase character strengths unique to Tekken 8 and to temper disproportionately strong moves or high combo damage. Future adjustments will also focus on enhancing defensive techniques by integrating lateral movement strategies and abilities specific to system inputs such as throws, Heat Dash, and Heat Burst.

Specific Character Adjustments: Characters with no adjustments in v1.04 will have updates planned for v1.05, focusing on elevating underperforming characters.

Move List and Behavior Tweaks:

   - Modifications in move lists, such as adjustments to Raven, Victor, and Azucena who now possess a special defensive attribute that allows them to evade heat moves under specific conditions.
   - Super slow-motion sequences in gameplay have been tweaked for better performance.

Behavioral Adjustments:

   - Various improvements and fixes to character-specific behaviors, including adjustments to Rage Art and Heat Burst behaviors.
   - Changes to how health is replenished during Heat Engager and corrections to wall-specific interactions.

Gameplay Enhancements:

   - Enhancements in the visibility of health gauge and up-state icons.
   - Adjustments in the collision detection for moves making it less likely to phase through opponents or miss in certain combo chains.

Miscellaneous Fixes:
   - Bug fixes related to wake-up actions, wall interactions, and throw mechanics.
   - Enhanced input windows and standardized attack startups for certain moves to ensure consistency and fairness.

These updates aim to improve the overall balance, enhance the visual clarity of game mechanics, and ensure that each character can perform effectively within the game’s strategic framework.