The PS5 SSD is set to revolutionize the player experience in Tekken 8, according to producer Harada

Since the release of the PlayStation 5 over two years ago, the PS5 SSD has been widely praised by developers and industry leaders for its role in improving gaming experiences. The trend continues, as Tekken 8 producer Katsuhiro Harada recently emphasized the importance of the PS5 SSD in an interview published in The latest edition of PLAY Magazine.

Harada stated that one of their main goals for Tekken 8 was to make players feel happy that they bought the new generation of hardware. He noted that while high-end computers can produce impressive graphics, it is quite an achievement to offer such high-quality visuals on a standard console at such a reasonable price. Harada considers the PS5 SSD to be the most important factor in developing the player experience in Tekken 8.

Although Harada didn’t go into detail, it’s clear that the PS5 SSD’s lightning-fast load times will make initiating rematches in Tekken 8 faster and more efficient, thus reducing the crunch. The Xbox Series S and X consoles, which also feature SSDs, should offer a similar experience, albeit with slightly slower load times compared to the PS5 SSD.

For the PC version of Tekken 8, it remains uncertain whether or not Bandai Namco is using Microsoft’s DirectStorage API. Currently, only one game, Forspoken by Luminous Productions, supports the API despite several updates from Microsoft.

Tekken 8 will transcend last-generation platforms, making it the first entry in the franchise to be released exclusively on current-generation consoles. However, it’s not just the added power of current generation hardware that sets the game apart; PS5 SSD is a game changer. Its ability to put players into matches faster enhances the overall gaming experience.

This is not to say that Tekken 8 will not benefit from the improved graphical capabilities of the new consoles. Gameplay clips reveal a more polished look and superior graphics compared to Tekken 7. In addition, Harada confirmed that Tekken 8 will support grid code backtracking and crosscutting, though a release date has not been announced. Bandai Namco Entertainment has confirmed that the game will be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X | S and PC.