Tekken 8 update 1.012.001 (1.12) is available to download on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official Tekken 8 version 1.012.001 patch notes, the latest update brings a new Fight Pass, special ghost challenges, expanded tournament settings, and matchmaking improvements. Apart from this, the latest Tekken 8 patch 1.012.001 also includes stability fixes. Balance adjustments are postponed for upcoming tournaments, with major changes coming in Season 2 this spring.
Tekken 8 1.012.001 Patch Notes – February 18, 2025
Summary of Key Changes:
- New “TEKKEN FIGHT PASS – SPECIAL ROUND” added for the 30th-anniversary celebration.
- Maid Outfit Pack introduced as a new shared costume set.
- Special Ghosts in TEKKEN FIGHT LOUNGE offering unique fan-art character panels.
- Tournament Settings Expanded with additional customization options.
- Matchmaking Adjustments to reduce repeated failed matches.
TEKKEN SHOP
New Additions
“TEKKEN FIGHT PASS – SPECIAL ROUND” Introduced
- Special 30th-anniversary Fight Pass.
- Missions grant rewards based on level progression.
- Available in FREE and PREMIUM versions:
- FREE: Earn up to 100 TEKKEN COINS.
- PREMIUM: Earn 300 additional TEKKEN COINS (total 400).
Maid Outfit Pack Released
A new shared costume pack containing:
- Maid Outfit (Upper Body)
- Maid Shoes (Knee-High Socks)
- Maid Headdress
- Heart Eyes (Accessory)
Special Discounts
“TEKKEN SPECIAL DEAL” Event
- Selected items available at discounted prices for a limited time.
TEKKEN FIGHT LOUNGE
Special Ghosts Event
- 5 Special Ghosts appear in the lounge.
- Defeat them to obtain exclusive character panels featuring fan art from the “TEKKEN FANDOM Campaign.”
- Available until the next update in March, after which new special ghosts will replace them.
NPC Interaction Standardization
- Unified NPC features across all areas (e.g., replay, customization).
OPTIONS
Expanded Tournament Settings
- New customization options added under “Tournament Settings Content” when enabled.
- Preset option applies previous v1.11.00 settings.
New Configurable Options:
- Fixed Rule (First to 3 rounds, 60 seconds).
- Disable Pause Menu (ON or Hold).
- Show Confirmation Pop-Up for Rematches (prevents accidental rematches).
- Hide Win Streak Display.
- Disable Intro/Outro Skipping.
- Rematch with Random Stage.
- Hide Button Help During Matches.
RANKED MATCH
Matchmaking Adjustments
- Improved matchmaking system to reduce repeated failed match pairings.
PLAYABLE CHARACTERS
Balance Adjustments & Future Updates
- No balance adjustments in v1.12.01 due to upcoming official tournaments in Europe and Japan.
- Season 2 update coming in Spring, bringing major balance changes.
- No balance changes in v1.13 (mid-March).
- Upcoming TEKKEN Talk Live (February & March) will reveal:
- Season 2 details.
- Ranked match changes.
- Next DLC character.
Previously, a major Tekken 8 update 1.05 added various tweaks and changes. Unfortunately, since the last major patch, players are experiencing various network errors with the game. The upcoming Tekken 8 update 1.012.002 will fix a remaining issues.
Download free Tekken 8 Patch 1.012.001 for PS5 & Xbox Series X.
