Tekken 8 system requirements

A close-up look at Kazuya Mishima in Tekken 8
Credit: Bandai Namco

A close-up look at Kazuya Mishima in Tekken 8
Credit: Bandai Namco

Are you looking for the Tekken 8 system requirements? Then we got all the information you need right here.

The next iteration of Bandai Namco's long-standing franchise is set to release on 24 January, with over 30 characters in its starting roster. Unlike previous titles, it'll come to consoles first rather than arcades.

Tekken 8 will not only be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S and X, however, as it'll also be available for PC via Steam. So, if you're interested in getting your hands on this version of the game, then you better make sure to know all about the Tekken 8 system requirements.

Tekken 8 system requirements

Luckily for players interested in buying one of the many versions of Tekken 8 available on PC, Bandai Namco has put out a comprehensive breakdown of what you'll need in terms of hardware to have a smooth experience.

Tekken 8 character Bryan Fury doing a taunt
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Credit: Bandai Namco
Can you run Tekken 8?

We'll take a look at both the minimum and recommended specs for Tekken 8.

Tekken 8 minimum system requirements

If you have a mid-tier rig, then you should check these recommended specs to run the game:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K/AMD Ryzen 5 1600
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050Ti/AMD Radeon R9 380X
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 100 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard/Onboard chipset

Bandai Namco states that even if you don't have a beefy rig, with these settings you should have a stable performance that won't impact your experience. They do warn players that having a ton of apps running in the background could severely impact performance.

Tekken 8 recommended system requirements

If you're looking to show off that beefy rig, then Tekken 8's recommended specs are right here for you:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 64-Bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K/AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070/AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 100 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible soundcard/Onboard chipset

So there you have it. Fighting games aren't usually the most demanding games around but Tekken 8 is a different beast as it's being developed from the ground up on Unreal Engine 5.

For more on all things fighting games, check out our Street Fighter 6 beginner tips to help you improve in Capcom's iconic title while you wait for Tekken 8 to come out.