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 veteran fighter, Anna Williams, is back, sporting a redesigned look that's largely been welcomed by fans. However, some have voiced concerns, with comparisons to Santa Claus surfacing due to her new coat.

Responding to criticism requesting a return to her previous design, Tekken's director and chief producer, Katsuhiro Harada, stated that while the majority appreciate the new design, he wouldn't remove past iterations for those preferring the older Anna. He further criticized the negativity, highlighting that the complaints don't represent all Anna fans and that demanding a reversion after a complete redesign is unproductive and disrespectful to those looking forward to the new design. He also rebuked a comment pointing out the lack of older game re-releases with updated netcode, calling the reply "pointless" and muting the commenter.

While many praise the redesign, some complaints focus on her outfit. Positive feedback emphasizes the new design's suitability to Anna's personality and the availability of her original bob. Negative reactions center on the coat's resemblance to Santa Claus, its perceived bulkiness, and the overall feeling that the outfit lacks a focal point, overwhelming her with accessories. Concerns were also raised about her appearing younger and losing the dominatrix vibe.

A Reddit thread discussing Anna's new outfit highlights the range of opinions. Some players expressed hope for a more edgy and violent Anna, while others focused on specific aspects like the white feathers or the overall Santa Claus aesthetic.

Tekken 8's success is undeniable, having sold 3 million copies within a year, outpacing Tekken 7's 10-year journey to 12 million sales. IGN's review lauded the game's improvements to classic systems, fun offline modes, new characters, training tools, and online experience, awarding it a 9/10 score.