Mortal Kombat 1 - News

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Fighting
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 84 /100 Critics Rec: 87%
Released
September 19, 2023
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
Developer(s)
NetherRealm Studios
Publisher(s)
Warner Brothers Games

WHERE TO PLAY

SUBSCRIPTION
DIGITAL
PHYSICAL

Welcome to a new era of Kombat. NetherRealm Studios ushers in a new era of the iconic fighting franchise with a total reset that changes the entire world as we know it. Following the thrilling climax of Mortal Kombat 11, the all-powerful Fire God Liu Kang has created a New Era in the hope of bringing peace to Earthrealm and beyond. Through the series' most cinematic story mode yet, you'll be reintroduced to a cast of legendary warriors as you've never seen them before. Expect twists on classic friendships and rivalries, as well as new backstories that will change everything you think you know about your favorite Kombatants. Discover a host of new offline and online game modes as you master a revitalized fighting system that boasts bone-crunching Fatal Blows, defensive Breakers and the most creatively vicious Fatalities yet.

Genre(s)
Fighting
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Mortal Kombat 1 Player Finds Neat The Boys Easter Egg

A Mortal Kombat 1 player finds a neat The Boys Easter egg less than 24 hours after Homelander was added to the game's roster.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Leak Hints at Slasher Movie Icon Joining the Roster

A new leak potentially confirms the debut of an iconic slasher movie villain as a future Mortal Kombat 1 DLC character.

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Homelander's Fatalities and Gameplay Revealed in Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer

NetherRealm has released Homelander's Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay trailer which shows his Fatalities and More.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Homelander Fatalities and More

Mortal Kombat 1 shows off its upcoming DLC guest fighter Homelander, complete with a release date, devastating laser attacks and gruesome Fatalities.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Update Adds New Kameo Fighter and More

The most recent Mortal Kombat 1 update fixes issues throughout the game and also adds a new Kameo fighter to Kombat Pack 1 owners.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Homelander Trailer

Mortal Kombat 1's Homelander trailer is finally here, and it gives players their first look at the highly anticipated addition to the game's roster.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Players Discover Brand New Secret Brutality

Developer NetherRealm Studios seemingly adds a secret Brutality to Mortal Kombat 1 that is available for every playable character.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Ermac Update Patch Notes

NetherRealm Studios releases the Ermac Update for Mortal Kombat 1, which brings a new fighter to the game's roster, as well as several other changes.

A screenshot of Ermac getting ready for a match in Mortal Kombat 1.
Rumor: Mortal Kombat 1 Theory Suggests Ermac May Have Been Cut From The Main Roster

Merchandise hints that the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 DLC character Ermac might have been originally planned to be part of the game's primary roster.

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Ed Boon Reveals 1 Mortal Kombat Guest Fighter That's 'Not Gonna Happen'

Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon reveals one potential fighter for the fighting game franchise that is 'not gonna happen.'

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Ermac Gameplay and Release Dates

Netherrealm Studios reveals the first gameplay trailer for Ermac and Mavado, while also confirming their release date into Mortal Kombat 1.

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Big Mortal Kombat 1 Reveal Coming This Week

Mortal Kombat series co-creator Ed Boon hints at a major reveal coming later this week involving Mortal Kombat 1's next post-launch DLC character.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Releases New Update for March 2024

Mortal Kombat 1's March 2024 update goes live, adding an intriguing new Kameo fighter to the roster alongside several quality-of-life improvements.

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20 Best-Selling Games of January 2024 Revealed

The highest-selling video games of January 2024 are revealed, including some of last year's biggest hits in addition to recent blockbuster releases.

A screenshot of Peacemaker dancing in front of a neon MK dragon logo in Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Peacemaker Gameplay and Teases New Cameo

A new Mortal Kombat 1 trailer shows off upcoming DLC guest fighter Peacemaker's brutal and irreverent gameplay, as well as a new Kameo companion.

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EVO 2024 Game Lineup Announced

The lineup for the popular fighting video game tournament, EVO 2024, is announced, featuring a diverse lineup and new additions.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Peacemaker DLC Gets Official Release Date

Publisher Warner Bros. Games provides an official release date for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 DLC featuring the DC character Peacemaker.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Fans May Have to Wait Longer Than Expected for Peacemaker DLC

According to a new rumor, fans might have to wait a while longer for the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 Peacemaker DLC, as Season 4 has been delayed.

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Wild Mortal Kombat 1 Mods Add Pixar Characters to the Game

An incredibly hilarious character mod for Mortal Kombat 1 adds several popular characters from beloved Disney Pixar movies into the game.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Leak Teases Potential New Online Features

A leak suggests that some new online features that have long been requested may be coming to Mortal Kombat 1 in the near future.