Tekken 4 features new play features which differ from prior games in the Tekken series. The most noticeable are the inclusion of walls, the ability to change positions with your opponent, and side moves.

Instead of the infinite distance stages, realistic 3D stages have been constructed. Each stage has characteristic width and shape from what seems to be an almost unlimited outdoor stage all the way down to a narrow street. A match will start with trying to understand the space you are in and taking a good position within, because one who is driven into a corner will suffer greatly.

Side moves are necessary in order to gain an advantageous position, while back and forward movements are needed to have an advantage in distance. Side moves are greatly improved in Tekken 4 to allow a full circle of movement, which is one of the basic moves of real fighting arts. Tekken 4 is no longer a simple exchange of blows on a line, but instead allows for clever tactics and reading one's opponent.

With the new ability to change positions, players will be released from the stress of being driven into a corner and beaten. Careless opponents who are convinced of their victory will find themselves driven to the wall the next moment. Continuous tension and excitement are the basis and pleasure of fighting games.

UPDATE: TEKKEN 4's factory settings have "guard damage" disabled. However, the vast majority of American players are requesting that this feature be turned on. This feature allows a players health meter to be slightly decreased during a punch or kick if they are blocking the attack. This will also increase the rotation time of players during peak times of business. The feature is accessible through the game's test mode.

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