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gaming1 year ago

Mortal Kombat 1 Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Canceled DLC and Criticism

Future DLC plans for Mortal Kombat 1 have reportedly been cancelled following poor sales of the Khaos Reigns expansion. While Kombat Pack 2 will still be released, featuring characters like Conan the Barbarian and T-1000, plans for Kombat Pack 3 and a second story expansion have been shelved. Despite this, Warner Bros. remains committed to the Mortal Kombat franchise, with future game development efforts focused on core franchises, including Mortal Kombat.

gaming1 year ago

Ghostface Joins Mortal Kombat 1 with Scream Easter Eggs and Hidden Characters

In anticipation of Ghostface's debut in Mortal Kombat 1, new footage reveals that the character's mask and hood can be removed to show the face of Billy Loomis, the main antagonist from the 1996 Scream film. This DLC character is a triad, including Loomis and two other fighters, Kobra and Kira, from previous Mortal Kombat games. The footage raises questions about whether animations for Kobra and Kira will also be included. Ghostface will be available for early access on November 19 and fully launch on November 26.

gaming2 years ago

Mortal Kombat 1 Online Stress Test Creates Chaos Among Gamers.

NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Games have launched the Mortal Kombat 1 online stress test, which is a closed test for selected participants to try out the game's online experience. The test will run from June 23 to June 26 and is only available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users. The stress test includes 1v1 online multiplayer matches and a limited single-player Klassic Towers mode against the CPU. Mortal Kombat 1 is set for release on September 19, 2023, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

gaming2 years ago

"Mortal Kombat 1: A Reinvented Offense with Surprising Gameplay Twists"

NetherRealm Studios has released the first gameplay trailer for Mortal Kombat 1, which introduces a new tag system called Kameos. Players can summon their Kameo partners using a button press to do a quick attack, and then jump back off-screen. Mortal Kombat 1 is a true sequel to Mortal Kombat 11, but because of Liu Kang’s decision to reset the timeline in his own vision, the Mortal Kombat universe begins anew, and there are plenty of changes to the characters as a result. The Kameo fighters and their fatalities are nods to the series’ past, and there is a new emphasis on air combos.

gaming2 years ago

Uncovering the Secrets of Mortal Kombat 1's Gameplay and Roster.

NetherRealm Studios revealed the first gameplay of Mortal Kombat 1, showcasing a base roster of 24 fighters and a separate roster of Kameo Fighters, who can assist the main roster in battle. The game will feature classic Mortal Kombat stages, day and night variations, and new origin stories for characters like Mileena and Kenshi. Mortal Kombat 1 is set to release on August 18 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.

gaming2 years ago

"Mortal Kombat 1: New Gameplay and Reveal Announced"

The gameplay premiere of Mortal Kombat 1 will be presented by NetherRealm Studios head, Ed Boon, during Summer Game Fest on June 8. The game is the first entry of the new timeline following the events of Mortal Kombat 11 and features Kameo Fighters, a new feature described as a unique roster of partner fighters that aid players during matches. The game is set to launch on September 19.

gaming2 years ago

Possible Mortal Kombat 1 DLC character leak and release details.

The identities of the six new playable characters in Mortal Kombat 1's Kombat Pack DLC have been seemingly leaked by an Amazon Italy product listing. The DLC fighters will be Quan Chi, Omni Man, Ermac, Takeda, Peacemaker, and Homelander. Mortal Kombat 1 will be released on September 19, 2023, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. All pre-orders will grant players Shang Tsung as an in-game playable character, and players who pre-order for PS5 or Xbox Series X/S will receive access to a Mortal Kombat 1 beta in August.

gaming2 years ago

Mortal Kombat fans anticipate reboot with upcoming reveal.

NetherRealm Studios has released a new teaser video for the next Mortal Kombat game, hinting at the possibility of a reboot. The video shows a clock ticking towards 12, but the hand jumps over to 1 at the last moment, giving credence to theories that the game will reset the series. The official release date for the game has not been announced, but it is expected to launch this year.

gaming2 years ago

"Mortal Kombat 12 Teaser Unveiled in 30th Anniversary Video"

A teaser for Mortal Kombat 12 has been released by NetherRealm Studios, hinting at the game's use of time travel and the creation of a new era in the Mortal Kombat timeline. The teaser features Kronika's hourglass, which represents the countless timelines she has crafted and altered in her pursuit to balance Mortal Kombat's various realms. The game is expected to be released sometime this year.

gaming2 years ago

"Mortal Kombat 12 Teaser Unveiled with Easter Eggs and Character Confirmations"

The developers behind the Mortal Kombat franchise have released a teaser for what is likely Mortal Kombat 12, thanking fans for the series' 30-year legacy. The teaser shows an hourglass with sand falling, which has been confirmed by series co-creator Ed Boon to be a teaser for the upcoming game. Fans speculate that the game will begin with a rebooted timeline, and insiders claim that the Mortal Kombat 12 reveal is happening in May. The game's existence and name were leaked during a Warner Bros. Discovery earnings call.