Tekken 8 tournament sees senior citizens compete in Care Esports' inclusive gaming event in Japan
Held as part of Care Esports' annual tradition of selecting a new game each year, the 2025 tournament brought full-scale production elements, including live commentary and player profiles. Each profile showcased the participant's chosen character, creating an authentic esports atmosphere.
Though Tekken is known for its complexity, the tournament demonstrated how accessible the game can be for new players. The simplicity of its control layout, with each button representing a character limb, allowed many first-time players to quickly learn the basics and even execute combos.
The final match was closely contested between Sadayuki, a King main who displayed advanced mechanics like throw breaks and air grabs, and Yoshie, who used Panda's low attacks to pull off a reverse sweep win.
All players were interviewed post-match and received trophies for their performances.
Although none of the competitors are expected to appear on the Evo stage, their efforts reinforced the idea that gaming is a platform open to all ages and skill levels.
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