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Product details

Condition
Secondhand
Location
South Africa
Platform
PlayStation 3
Genre
Fighting
Ratings
16
Type
Physical Disc
Product code
PS3 J
Bob Shop ID
663508350

Status:

Complete and Play Tested

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Tekken 6 Essentials (PS3) Review

Tekken 6 brings the long-running fighting franchise to the PS3 with its largest roster to date, fast-paced combat, and a mix of classic and experimental modes. As one of the series most ambitious entries, it blends deep competitive fighting with casual-friendly accessibility. While not perfect, Tekken 6 remains a strong installment and a fan favourite on the PS3.


Gameplay & Mechanics

Tekken 6 retains the core four-button combat system the franchise is known for each limb mapped to a button, with emphasis on timing, spacing, and combos. Its easy to pick up but offers immense depth for players willing to master juggles, counters, and varied character styles.

Notable gameplay features:

  • Rage system: Characters deal more damage when low on health, adding comeback potential.

  • Bound system: Certain attacks bounce opponents off the ground, extending combos.

  • Fast-paced, fluid animation ensuring satisfying back-and-forth exchanges.

  • Wide variety of fighting styles, from Mishima karate to capoeira, wrestling, and boxing.

Combat feels tight, responsive, and challenging a highlight of the game.


Story & Characters

Tekken 6s story revolves around Jin Kazamas control of the Mishima Zaibatsu and the global conflict sparked by the Mishima family feud. The narrative leans into the series dramatic, over-the-top style.

The Campaign/Scenario Mode attempts to mix classic fighting with a beat em up adventure. While ambitious, it suffers from awkward controls, repetitive enemy encounters, and long levels that many players found tedious.

However, the cutscenes and character interactions still carry the franchises signature flair.


Modes & Features

Arcade Mode

Traditional Tekken progression against CPU opponents, ending with character-specific endings.

Offline Multiplayer

Smooth, responsive, and endlessly replayable the heart of any Tekken game.

Online Mode

Introduced online fighting to the series, though performance varied. When stable, competitive matches were excellent.

Practice Mode

Very detailed, allowing players to explore combo routes, frame data, and move lists.

Scenario Campaign

A side mode with RPG-lite elements. Interesting concept but poorly executed due to stiff movement and repetitive gameplay.


Graphics & Presentation

Tekken 6 looks impressive for its generation, with:

  • Detailed character models

  • Smooth animations

  • Destructible stages (one of the games standout features)

  • Varied arenas with day/night cycles, water effects, and multi-tier environments

Some textures feel dated today, but the overall style holds up well.


Sound & Commentary

Tekken 6 delivers:

  • Energetic electronic/rock soundtrack

  • Distinctive character voicework in multiple languages

  • Punchy hit effects that make combat feel weighty

  • Clear audio cues that enhance timing and reading opponents

Music is memorable and fits each stages theme.


Final Verdict

Tekken 6 Essentials on PS3 remains a strong addition to the series, offering deep, rewarding combat and a massive roster that caters to all playstyles. While Scenario Mode is divisive and online connectivity wasnt perfect, the core fighting experience is superb.

A polished, content-rich fighter that shines in its classic modes and offline multiplayer.


Pros

  • Large, diverse roster

  • Excellent, responsive combat

  • Rage and Bound systems add depth

  • Strong presentation and stage variety

  • Great for both beginners and veterans


Cons

  • Scenario Campaign feels clunky and repetitive

  • Online performance inconsistent

  • Some balancing issues with a few characters


Recommendation

Highly recommended for fans of fighting games and Tekken veterans. Even today, Tekken 6 offers satisfying combat, tons of characters to master, and long-lasting replay value. If you enjoy local multiplayer or deep competitive systems, this entry is well worth playing.