Tekken 8 Director Harada Pushes Waffle House Stage After Yearlong Wait

Tekken 8 director Harada, after over a year of fan requests, renewed efforts to add a Waffle House-inspired stage, even proposing alternate names like Hustle House. As of May 2025, the legendary fighting game may soon serve up diner-fueled chaos under new branding.
Fans cheered Haradaās willingness to swap the official name for Hustle House, citing the viral appeal of diner brawls and meme culture. One player quipped, āCall it Tekken Houseāeveryone will get it.ā Gaming crossover moments like this often drive massive Tekken 8 search volume and online chatter; expect syrup, suplexes, and scattered combos.