Yujiro Hanma in Tekken 8: How Do You Balance a Character Famous for Never Losing a Fight?
IGN interviews Tekken series chief producer, Naoya Yasuda, to find out more on Yujiro's upcoming addition to the Tekken 8 roster.
Yujiro Hanma is set to make his debut in Tekken 8, a collaboration between the Tekken and Baki franchises. Developer Naoya Yasuda explained that the idea of including Yujiro initially emerged during the Tekken 7 era, shortly after Baki celebrated its 30th anniversary. Both franchises share a deep spiritual affinity, with themes of father-son rivalry, a strong-willed protagonist, and the character of Yujiro Hanma himself, known as the "Strongest Creature on Earth."
Yasuda emphasized that the collaboration is a natural progression given the shared history and fanbases of both series.
Balancing the notoriously unbeatable character in a competitive fighting game presents a challenge. Yasuda acknowledged that Yujiro will inevitably lose fights in Tekken 8, but the developers aim to maintain the character's signature strength and presence while adapting him to fit within the game's framework. The developers are actively working to find a solution that satisfies both competitive and fan communities.
They are currently developing the character alongside future DLC fighters Bob and Roger Jr., with the season expected to release alongside the game's launch.
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