Tekken 7 Reviews

Tekken 7 is ranked in the 86th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
9 / 10.0
Jun 2, 2017

Tekken has returned and now it is better than ever. Its gameplay is still fresh and features new elements like the Rage Arts, which increases the excitement of evey match. The customization is fun, entertaining and has thousands of possibilities. A must-buy for the genre fans.

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8.6 / 10.0
May 31, 2017

One of the best games in the series gameplay-wise, a little short in terms of single player modes.

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GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
May 31, 2017

Tekken with better graphics is not exactly a new pitch for the series, but there's no denying the gameplay and characters are still a huge amount of fun.

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8 / 10.0
May 31, 2017

I was pleasantly surprised with Tekken 7: Fated Retribution, and will be keeping up with the meta and pro scene for the first time in years. While Harada and his crew could have easily given us a little more to do long term other than chase more treasure, it doesn't feel like grinding in the slightest given how fun it is to play.

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86 / 100
May 31, 2017

The franchise offer a more tan correct update and this game becomes one of the most appealing offers in the genre, altough some rivals seem to surpass it technichally.

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7 / 10.0
Jun 2, 2017

While that core combat is still strong, I'm personally getting a bit weary of Tekken relying on it's barely changed core combat to keep it relevant in a world where fighting games are fast evolving into vastly more rounded products. Tekken 7's combat isn't bad, it's just a bit stagnant, and I don't know how much longer it can get away with that reliance on not fixing what ain't broke.

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9 / 10.0
May 31, 2017

Tekken 7 remains an addicting technical fighter that constantly beckons you for just one more round. There are so many moves for each character, mastering even one complete move set will take nothing less than complete dedication. While it doesn't feel as though Namco Bandai has done much to innovate in the genre from the surface, those who prefer Tekken's brand of fighting than those of Capcom's or NetherRealm's will have be in for a treat. Fans of the series will feel right at home, while those looking to ease their way into the series will find a lot to chew on. All that being said, Tekken 7 is a formidable entry into the fighting genre, and will provide hundreds of hours of fun for fans and newcomers alike. Just be prepared to learn a lot of new stuff.

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May 31, 2017

For better or worse Tekken 7 stays grounded to its arcade roots. The console fighting game scene seems to have changed in the meantime.

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Jun 12, 2017

As the first entry for the current console generation, Tekken 7 is also a great entry point (lack of tutorials aside). Loads of colorful characters, tight gameplay, and lots of fun customization and unlockables will keep fighting-game fans entertained for months.

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Jun 19, 2017

We may be missing a few of the series' beloved characters and load times may hinder it slightly, but one thing is certain — Tekken is still an addictive fighting franchise that definitely deserves its place in 2017.

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Jun 6, 2017

Bandai-Namco's flagship fighting game Tekken is one of the meatiest fighting games around.

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M3
Top Critic
9 / 10
Jun 2, 2017

Tekken is back, and the seven installment might be the best in the series so far. The mechanics is as tight as ever, and the new Rage mechanics make it a bit deeper. As always, Tekken is fun for both the newcomers as well as long time fans of the series.

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GameMAG
Azzy
Top Critic
8 / 10
Jun 29, 2017

Tekken 7 is a great addition to the series especially after T6. The game was able to bring new features, keep all of its advantages... and some disadvantages. The combat system is still based on the juggling and despite the low barrier to entry, has great potential to study the many nuances. The seventh part is perfect not only for fans of the series, but to all the players who missed the mechanics of three-dimensional fighting games. Additionally, the project can be recommended to achievement hunters. If you make an effort, you can get a Platinum trophy in just one day.

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Ken McKown
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Jun 9, 2017

Tekken 7 feels like the return for the series. After some bumps in the PS2 and PS3 era this series really feels like it is regaining its footing. There is a lot of content here for casuals and solo players, and the hardcore will love the under-the-hood changes. There is something for everyone, which most fighting games fail to capitalize on. If you have been out of the Tekken game for a while, it is finally time to return.

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Dave Aubrey
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Jun 2, 2017

This is possibly the best Tekken has ever been, and a slightly slim selection of modes can't take away from that. If you want one of the best fighting games to be released this year, Tekken 7 is essential.

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88 / 100
Jun 3, 2017

Tekken 7 is a worthy fighting game that anyone can pick up and play, but also further perfect on a highly technical level when desired

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8.5 / 10.0
Jun 2, 2017

Aside from some perplexing omissions, Tekken 7 is a roaring success where it truly matters; in its mechanics, its dynamism, and its ability to engage the player through its concise presentation. Make no mistake, the King is back.

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The Games Machine
Danilo Dellafrana
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
May 30, 2017

The new chapter of this legendary beat'em up saga is bigger, bolder and faster: with a new graphics engine, new characters, new combat tecniques and tons of new game modes, it's definitely a must-have for every virtual fighter out there. And somehow, after all these years, the combat system still manages to make the player feel truly powerful.

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8 / 10
May 31, 2017

In terms of gameplay, Tekken 7 is masterful. Its overhauled rage system gives its already punchy combat a whole new dynamic, while helping to level the playing field for more casual players. Its story mode isn't quite the blockbuster that it thinks it is, but the insanely addictive treasure battle makes up for that on the single player front. Meanwhile, its online components can't be faulted – the newly introduced tournaments being a real highlight. Tekken 7 is a fantastic fighting game, and one of the best entries in the series.

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8.7 / 10.0
May 31, 2017

With a stunning art style and a well-balanced gameplay, Tekken 7 confirms itself as an extraordinary fighting game: probably the best chapter of the series since Tekken 3.

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