Tekken enthusiasts have taken to Reddit to vent about the overwhelming toxicity levels in Tekken 8.
Summary
- The transition from Tekken 7 to 8 has brought forth a surge in toxic encounters.
- Many attribute the rise in toxicity to the influx of new, less respectful players from other gaming communities.
- Players reminisce about the ‘good old days’ of Tekken 7 when respect and sportsmanship were more prevalent.
Reflections on Toxicity
One Redditor noted, ‘7 was already trending to this. 8 just completed the arc.’
Another gamer expressed, ‘Gonna get downvotes but I don’t rematch against certain characters because I haven’t learned all their spammable moves yet.’
Community Dynamics
Conversely, a player mentioned, ‘Most people would rematch me until I started using Kuma. 90% of one and dones with that character.’
Another player shared, ‘Honestly I spend 99% of my time playing buddies in lobbies. The online/ranked environment is infuriating for sure.’
Forecast and Conclusion
The influx of new players and the shifting gaming landscape seem to have contributed to the divisive sentiments within the Tekken community. While some pine for the respectful ambiance of Tekken 7, others adapt to the evolving dynamics of Tekken 8.
