Tekken 6 Update Available Soon For PS3 and Xbox 360

The free update addresses online issues and other miscellaneous fixes.

Published on November 24, 2009 4:36 PM

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Namco Bandai announced that the free Tekken 6 update will be available on November 26 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The update primarily addresses issues found in the online component of the game.

For the online portion, you will now be able to set priorities when searching for ranked online matches. You can also cancel matches before they begin if you don't like the signal strength of your opponent.

The update will minimize latency by reducing the bandwidth load on the host console. During a match you will also see a signal strength bar which will accurately display the connection quality during the match.

As a minor fix, the patch will also improve the responsiveness of the button and command inputs.

Namco Bandai also announced that there will be another update for Tekken 6 which will include an online co-operative campaign mode. The next update will be available this winter.

NAMCO BANDAI GAMES RELEASES DETAILS FOR TEKKEN® 6 UPDATE

Santa Clara, Calif., (Nov. 24, 2009) – NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., today announced details regarding the free TEKKEN® 6 downloadable update for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. To further enhance player’s online gameplay experience, the new update will be available on Nov. 26, 2009 and include:

· Improve input response - Improve game's responsiveness to button/command inputs.

· Selectable search priorities for ranked matches - Players will be able to set search priorities for opponents in ranked matches based on comparable rank or connection speed quality as well as area.

· Optimize data transmission between fighters and spectators – The fight data will be optimized in order to reduce the bandwidth load on the host’s console.

· Signal strength bars – The update will improve the signal strength bar to reflect connection quality more accurately.

· Chance to cancel match - The update will allow players to cancel the match before it begins after displaying the opponents signal strength.

This update is separate from the online co-op Scenario Campaign mode download which is scheduled for this winter.

Released on Oct. 27, 2009, TEKKEN 6 is the latest installment to the blockbuster fighting franchise and is jam-packed with robust features as well as edge-of-your-seat action. New online and offline gameplay modes, stunning visuals, a rich customization feature, and the largest character roster in the series’ history, round out this stylish fighter.

TEKKEN 6 is rated “T” for Teen by the ESRB and is now available nationwide for the PlayStation 3 system and Xbox 360 with an MSRP of $59.99. A premium wireless fight stick bundle is also available for $149.99, while supplies last. For more information on TEKKEN 6, please visit: www.namcobandaigames.com or www.tekken.com.