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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Ed Boon Teases More Ninja Characters for Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 director Ed Boon teases that fans may see more of the classic ninjas in the upcoming fighting game.

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Players are noticing little details across Mortal Kombat 1's character redesigns, including a small feature on Rain's new staff.
Mortal Kombat 1 Fans Notice Interesting Detail About Rain's Staff

Players are discovering the little details in all of Mortal Kombat 1's character redesigns, down to the new staff Rain brings into battle.

A screenshot of Kitana slashing Kenshi with her fans in Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1 Developers Tease Two Fan-Favorite Characters

Two fan-favorite Mortal Kombat characters are being referenced by Mortal Kombat 1's development team, and it could be a sign they are returning.

A screenshot of Kenshi preparing for battle alongside Jax in Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals More Details About Scorpion, Sub-Zero, And Other Characters

New information about Mortal Kombat 1's rebooted cast is revealed in the form of updated character biographies.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Will Feature Music From Devil May Cry 5 Composer

Mortal Kombat 1 brings the composer that created music for games like Devil May Cry 5 and Killer Instinct to the fray for its own soundtrack.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Bringing Back Feature That Started in MKX

The Mortal Kombat 1 stress test reveals a returning fan favorite online feature that was originally introduced back in 2015 with MKX.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Theory Suggests Shang Tsung Isn't the Main Villain

Recent Mortal Kombat 1 footage suggests Shang Tsung may not be the main villain, suggesting that a fan-favorite character from the past may return.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test Codes Are Being Sold for Ridiculous Prices Online

With the Mortal Kombat 1 stress test currently underway, some players taking advantage of the market are selling their codes for astronomical prices.

A screenshot of Sub-Zero kicking Liu Kang in the face during a match in Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test Is Now Underway

Mortal Kombat 1's online stress test is now underway, with select players trying out the upcoming fighting game ahead of its launch this fall.

Mortal Kombat 1's developer is hinting Kombat Kast is returning shortly to build hype to the game's September 2023 release.
Mortal Kombat 1 Hints at Return of Kombat Kast

Players may soon start getting a deeper look into Mortal Kombat 1 on a weekly basis after hints of the return of Kombat Kast.

A screenshot of Kano blasting Liu Kang with his laser vision in Mortal Kombat 1, with Reptile standing in front of them.
Leaked Mortal Kombat 1 Roster Features Several 3D-Era Kombatants

A new leak suggests that Mortal Kombat 1's playable roster will include characters from the long-running franchise's 3D era of the mid-2000s.

A image of Mortal Kombat 1's Liu Kang standing in front of Superman, Batman, and Supergirl from Injustice 2.
Injustice 3 Could Happen After Mortal Kombat 1

Ed Boon reveals that NetherRealm plans to return to the superhero-filled Injustice series after Mortal Kombat 1 launches later this year.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Getting Rid of the Krypt

Mortal Kombat’s co-creator reveals that Mortal Kombat 1 will be ditching the Krypt for a different type of unlocking system.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Another Character That Won't Be in the Game

The developers of Mortal Kombat 1 reveal that one character from the expanded universe will not be making an appearance in the game.

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Tekken Producer Praises Mortal Kombat 1 at Summer Game Fest

The producer of the long-running Tekken franchise praises fellow fighting game Mortal Kombat 1 during Summer Game Fest.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals 6 More Characters

Alongside the debut of Mortal Kombat 1's gameplay, NetherRealm confirms a handful of new characters at Summer Game Fest.

A screenshot of Liu Kang standing over a beaten Shang Tsung in Mortal Kombat 1.
Ed Boon Teases Returning Characters For Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon is at it again, sparking new speculation about MK 1's roster with a cryptic and enticing social media post.

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Mortal Kombat 1 Confirms Date and Time for Its Big Gameplay Reveal

NetherRealm Studios confirms when it will share its official gameplay reveal for the recently announced Mortal Kombat 1 fighting game.

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Rumor: Mortal Kombat 1 Could Feature Travis Scott and Megan Fox

A rumor claims that Megan Fox and Travis Scott could be joining Mortal Kombat 1 as DLC characters or maybe as characters skins.

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Mortal Kombat Creator Ed Boon Teases New Origin Stories for MK1

Mortal Kombat's co-creator Ed Boon teases fans about Mortal Kombat 1's characters, promising new origin stories for them.

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