Ace Combat 8 Dev Says Tasha Was the Game's 'Most Expensive' Character to Design
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Brand Director Kazutoki Kono says developers spent so long working on Tasha that she ended up being the “most expensive character” in the entire game.
Ace Combat 8's brand director Kazutoki Kono playfully referred to Tasha as the game's most expensive character to design. Tasha, a pink-haired pilot and former star of Yuktobania's acrobatic team, Zvezda, quickly became a fan favorite, even before the game's October 2 release date. Kono visited China for the first time to engage with media after a hands-on demo, sharing insights about Tasha's popularity.
He admitted that the character team spent considerable time perfecting her design, as Tasha underwent numerous modifications to ensure she was just right. Originally designed by another artist, Tasha's story and direction were set early on, but extensive alterations were made to refine her character further. Kono speculated that Tasha's popularity stems from her fashion sense, her pink hair, and outfits that resonate with current fan trends.
The game's ambitious multiplayer features, including 100-player lobbies and co-op warfare mode, have also garnered attention.
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