Current fighting games are lending themselves to crossovers that were previously considered unthinkable, we have seen that with franchises like Super Smash Bros., Multiversus, Street Fighter 6 and even Mortal Kombat 1which have had interesting guest characters. In fact, the franchise Tekken It was going to be quite different from the others with the incorporation of someone from the world of brands, which unfortunately could not be done but after the news, many wanted the collaboration to happen.
The head of development of the saga, Katsuhiro Haradarevealed that he tried to include the colonel Sandersthe iconic character of KFCas a guest fighter in the popular fighting game. However, their efforts were in vain, as the fast food company rejected the offer. Harada after a visit to the company’s headquarters in Japan. Although the idea of seeing the colonel on the battlefield was intriguing, it was not well received by executives.
According to Haradathe concept of including Colonel Sanders was dismissed with a “bad look.” Although the proposal was not accepted, the mascot made its debut in another video game: “I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator”a curious dating simulator launched in 2019 as part of a promotion. This turn showed that, although not as a fighter, the colonel did find a place in the world of games.
Despite this failed attempt, fans do not lose hope. Many wish to see the colonel Sanders as a guest character in the DLC Tekken 8but there is nothing confirmed about it. These types of collaborations require approval that, so far, does not seem to be in the fast food chain’s plans.
Via: IGN
Author’s note: It would be nice if at some point there was a Smash but with the food companies. Like Ronald McDonald, the king of Burger King, the star of Carls Jr., the girl from Wendy’s, among others.
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