Tekken 8 Director Blasts Fan for Criticizing Anna Williams' New Look, Saying 'The Content of Your Argument Are Entirely Unconstructive, Utterly Pointless'

Tekken 8's Anna Williams redesign sparks mixed reactions. While many fans applaud the updated look, some criticize its resemblance to Santa Claus, prompting a sharp response from director Katsuhiro Harada.

Harada defended the design, stating that while the majority approves, individual preferences are valid. He pointed out the availability of previous designs and criticized those who claim to speak for all Anna fans while simultaneously expressing contradictory demands. He further highlighted the unproductive and disrespectful nature of their criticisms.

A subsequent comment about Tekken's lack of older game re-releases with updated netcode earned a curt dismissal from Harada.

Positive feedback focuses on Anna's edgier personality and the overall design, with some minor reservations about the coat's resemblance to Santa attire and the addition of white feathers. Concerns also arose about her appearing younger and lacking the dominatrix vibe of previous iterations. Negative opinions cite the outfit's over-designed nature and the Santa Claus comparison as major drawbacks.

A Reddit thread highlights this division in opinion, showcasing both enthusiastic support and strong disapproval of the new design.

Tekken 8's success is undeniable, having sold 3 million copies in a year, surpassing Tekken 7's sales trajectory. IGN's review praised the game's refined fighting system, diverse offline modes, compelling characters, excellent training tools, and improved online experience, awarding it a 9/10 score.