Tekken Tag Mode: A Future Dream Delayed by Technical Challenges

Fans eagerly awaiting a follow-up in the tag-based Tekken series may have to be patient for the foreseeable future. The head of the series has made it clear that a new installment is not among his current priorities.

He explained that designing a fighter with a vast array of moves in a three-dimensional environment demands substantially more effort compared to the traditional two-dimensional format. The complexity involved implies that, if development were ever to begin, it is expected to occur in the distant future—perhaps not even within his career span—leaving the decision to future generations.

Furthermore, he mentioned that any introduction of a tag mode would likely be integrated into a future mainline release, such as in Tekken 8, Tekken 9, or beyond, rather than as an independent project. This cautious approach is reinforced by previous market performance concerns, particularly the performance of the last sequel in the series.

• The technical demands of merging many moves into a 3D game remain a challenge.
• Future editions of the series might include an updated tag mode.
• Past commercial results have contributed to the hesitance in revisiting the formula.

Ultimately, the decision rests on balancing creative challenges with market expectations, leaving fans to wonder if a new installment will ever materialize.