"Tekken 8's Rating Soars to 'Mostly Positive' as Steam Deletes 1,500 Negative Reviews – What it Means for Gamers!"
Tekken 8 Rating Rebounds to 'Mostly Positive'
Source: EventHubs
Recent Review Changes
- Steam removed nearly 1,500 negative reviews, causing Tekken 8's rating to rise from "Mostly Negative" back to "Mostly Positive."
- Overall reviews decreased from 25,408 to 23,926 after the removal of said reviews.
- The "recent" review count dropped from 1,902 to 817.
Context of the Reviews
- Review scores had significantly declined due to fan dissatisfaction with the game's DLC practices and microtransactions.
- Past controversies, such as disqualifications in tournaments and pricing for additional content, fueled negative feedback.
- Tekken 8 faced accusations of being "review bombed," prompting Steam to intervene by deeming certain reviews "off topic."
Current Public Sentiment
- Despite the rating improvement, Bandai Namco is still working to regain the trust of the player base.
- Fans remain divided over DLC pricing and other game-related decisions, contributing to an ongoing volatility in public opinion.
- Future updates and community engagement seem essential for sustaining a positive reception.
