January has seen the release of one of the biggest fighting games of the year, Tekken 8. The sales figures for Tekken 8 are already showing impressive results, outperforming its competition, Street Fighter 6, in the UK market.
Tekken and Street Fighter are two of the most prominent fighting games, making a comparison between the two significant. Tekken 8’s strong performance in the UK market, with over double the opening weekend sales compared to Street Fighter 6, indicates a potential trend that may continue to play out as we learn more about the player count for both games.
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Tekken 8 Sales Are Double Street Fighter 6’s Launch in the UK
In the UK, the popularity of fighting games is evident, with the Tekken series leading the way. The physical sales of Tekken 8 during its launch weekend have almost doubled those of the initial Street Fighter 6 sales in the UK, indicating a clear preference for the Tekken series in the region.
However, it’s crucial to consider that these figures only represent physical sales, accounting for just over 10% of the total sales in the UK. The digital sales aspect could present a different scenario for Street Fighter 6 as compared to Tekken 8, altering the overall sales picture.
Additionally, the popularity of different fighting games can vary by location. Previous sales data shows that Tekken 7 also dominated UK sales upon its release, suggesting an inherent preference for the Tekken series in the country.
While the latest sales figures for Tekken 8 are promising for the fighting game esports scene in the UK, it’s essential to take into account the evolving landscape of physical and digital sales to determine if this trend will persist or if it’s merely a temporary fluctuation.
