[Update] The Tekken 6 online patch is reported to be live and ready to download [End of Update]

Namco Bandai has confirmed that the free Tekken 6 online update will become available today for both the Xbox 360 and PS3, in order to “further enhance player’s online gameplay experience.”

The following “online gameplay enhancements” will be included in the update:

• Improved input response: improvement of the game’s responsiveness to button / command inputs;
• Selectable search priorities for ranked matches: players will be able to set search priorities for opponents in ranked matches based on comparable rank or connection quality as well as location;
• Optimized data transmission between fighters and spectators: fight data will be optimized in order to reduce the bandwidth load on the host’s console;
• Signal strength bars: the signal strength bar will reflect connection quality more accurately;
• Chance to cancel match: players will be able to cancel the match before it begins once the opponent’s signal strength has been displayed on ranked matches.

You should note, however, that this update is separate from the planned online cooperative Scenario Campaign, which is scheduled to release ‘this Winter.’