Mortal Kombat 1 – News, Reviews, Videos, and More

Mortal Kombat 1 Box Art
Publisher
WB Games
Developer
NetherRealm Studios
Platforms
PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, PC
Release Date
19 September 2023: WW: PC, PS5, Switch, Xbox Series X
Genre
Fighting

Game Overview:

Mortal Kombat 1 is a fighting game developed by NetherRealm Studios and published by WB Games.

It is the twelfth mainline instalment in the Mortal Kombat series, and serves as a reboot of the franchise following the events portrayed in Mortal Kombat 11.

Latest Updates For Mortal Kombat 1

Mortal Kombat 1 Closed Beta Set for August 18-21

Mortal Kombat 1 Closed Beta Set for August 18-21

The closed beta will be available on PayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for anyone who pre-orders the game.

Mortal Kombat 1’s Story Mode is About as Long as Mortal Kombat X and 11’s Campaigns

Mortal Kombat 1’s Story Mode is About as Long as Mortal Kombat X and 11’s Campaigns

Mortal Kombat X and 11 both had story modes about 5-6 hours long, but could be much longer with optional content.

Mortal Kombat 1 Will Feature a Minigame About Destroying a Decapitated Head

Mortal Kombat 1 Will Feature a Minigame About Destroying a Decapitated Head

The minigame was described in a recent rating for the game by Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority.

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals New Story Details on Li Mei and Baraka

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals New Story Details on Li Mei and Baraka

After confirming them for the reboot's roster with a recent trailer, NetherRealm Studios has revealed new story details for Li Mei and Baraka.

Mortal Kombat 1 – Leaked Trailer and Images Showcase Reiko and Motaro

Mortal Kombat 1 – Leaked Trailer and Images Showcase Reiko and Motaro

A second unreleased trailer shown exclusive at San Diego Comic-Con confirmed Reiko and Morato for the reboot's roster.

Mortal Kombat 1 – J.K. Simmons Confirmed to Voice Omni-Man

Mortal Kombat 1 – J.K. Simmons Confirmed to Voice Omni-Man

The actor, who played the superhero in the Invincible animated series, will reprise the role in NetherRealm's upcoming fighter.

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Confirms Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man as DLC Characters

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Confirms Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man as DLC Characters

Mortal Kombat 1's Kombat Pack has been revealed, starring Quan-Chi, Ermac and Takeda alongside crossover characters Homelander, Peacemaker and Omni-Man.

Mortal Kombat 1 Gets New Trailer Revealing Gameplay for Li Mei, Tanya, and Baraka

Mortal Kombat 1 Gets New Trailer Revealing Gameplay for Li Mei, Tanya, and Baraka

Check out the latest trailer for Mortal Kombat 1, which showcases the backstory for Li Mei while also giving us a look at some new gameplay.

Mortal Kombat 1’s Comic-Con Panel Will Feature Three New Trailers

Mortal Kombat 1’s Comic-Con Panel Will Feature Three New Trailers

NetherRealm Studios boss Ed Boon confirms that Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay will be shown off, in addition to some "surprises".

Mortal Kombat 1 Will Have a Panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2023

Mortal Kombat 1 Will Have a Panel at San Diego Comic-Con 2023

The panel is scheduled for this Friday, July 21, and will run from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM PT.

Mortal Kombat 1 to Feature Homelander as DLC, The Boys’ Official Tiktok Account Seemingly Confirms

Mortal Kombat 1 to Feature Homelander as DLC, The Boys’ Official Tiktok Account Seemingly Confirms

Previous leaks have claimed that The Boys' Homelander will be one of six post-launch characters to be released for Mortal Kombat 1.

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals New Story Details on Rain and Smoke

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals New Story Details on Rain and Smoke

An update to the game's website reveals brief new story details on the newly revealed Mortal Kombat 1 roster additions.

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Reveals Smoke, Cyrax, Sektor, Rain, and Frost

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Reveals Smoke, Cyrax, Sektor, Rain, and Frost

The Lin Kuei star in new gameplay, with NetherRealm's fighter out on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC and Switch.

Mortal Kombat 1 – Scorpion and Johnny Cage Gameplay Breakdowns Coming July 6th

Mortal Kombat 1 – Scorpion and Johnny Cage Gameplay Breakdowns Coming July 6th

The first Kombat Kast for NetherRealm Studios' reboot is coming soon and will also feature a "discussion" on Kameo fighters.

Mortal Kombat 1 – New Gameplay Trailer Coming “Soon” with More Character Reveals

Mortal Kombat 1 – New Gameplay Trailer Coming “Soon” with More Character Reveals

NetherRealm Studios' Ed Boon says it will showcase additional main and Kameo fighters. The game is out on September 19th.

Mortal Kombat 1’s Updated Website Reveals New Story Details on Key Characters

Mortal Kombat 1’s Updated Website Reveals New Story Details on Key Characters

An update to the game's official website has revealed new narrative tidbits on the likes of Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Kitana, and more.

Mortal Kombat 1 is Bringing Back Quitalities (with Some Changes)

Mortal Kombat 1 is Bringing Back Quitalities (with Some Changes)

Players have discovered in the fighter's stress test that Quitalities are back, with elements of Mortal Kombat: Deception's Hara-Kiris thrown in.

Mortal Kombat 1 is Happening Before Injustice 3 Due to Engine Upgrade – Ed Boon

Mortal Kombat 1 is Happening Before Injustice 3 Due to Engine Upgrade – Ed Boon

However, the door isn't shut on the possibility of a new Injustice game "at all", Boon says.

Mortal Kombat 1 Online Stress Test Announced for June 23rd to 26th

Mortal Kombat 1 Online Stress Test Announced for June 23rd to 26th

Separate from the pre-order beta in August, the test will feature 1v1 multiplayer matches and a "limited" Klassic Towers mode.

Mortal Kombat 1 – 9 New Details You Need to Know

Mortal Kombat 1 – 9 New Details You Need to Know

Here's everything we've learned about the upcoming fighter.

Mortal Kombat 1 Director Indicates that Stryker, Cassie Cage and Jacqui Briggs Won’t be Playable

Mortal Kombat 1 Director Indicates that Stryker, Cassie Cage and Jacqui Briggs Won’t be Playable

"Some of these Kameos that we use are not in the story. It's more of the novelty," said series' co-creator and director Ed Boon.

Mortal Kombat 1 Extensive Gameplay Showcases Kameo Fighter Moves and Fatalities

Mortal Kombat 1 Extensive Gameplay Showcases Kameo Fighter Moves and Fatalities

Check out the different playable fighters, their moves, how stages look at dawn and dusk, and more from the recent press demo.

Mortal Kombat 1 Matches Shown off in 4K in New Gameplay Showcase Video

Mortal Kombat 1 Matches Shown off in 4K in New Gameplay Showcase Video

Check out some full matches from the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 in all of its 4K glory in a new gameplay showcase video.

Mortal Kombat 1 Gameplay Debuts – Fatalities, Kameo Fighters, and More Showcased

Mortal Kombat 1 Gameplay Debuts – Fatalities, Kameo Fighters, and More Showcased

Fire God Liu Kang is gathering champions, which include Kung Lao, Johnny Cage, Kenshi, and much more in the upcoming fighter.

Mortal Kombat 1 Might be Bringing Back Tag Team Battles

Mortal Kombat 1 Might be Bringing Back Tag Team Battles

Tag Team battles, which were last featured in 2011's Mortal Kombat, might be making a return to the series with the upcoming reboot.

15 Characters We Want to See In Mortal Kombat 1

15 Characters We Want to See In Mortal Kombat 1

NetherRealm's "reborn" universe means that almost anyone can come back. Here are 15 legendary Kombatants we'd like to see return.

Mortal Kombat 1 Gameplay Reveal Confirmed for Summer Game Fest 2023

Mortal Kombat 1 Gameplay Reveal Confirmed for Summer Game Fest 2023

Mortal Kombat boss Ed Boon will take the stage at Summer Game Fest on June 8 for a gameplay reveal of the series' upcoming reboot.

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveal Trailer Analyzed – Is The Great Kung Lao Back?

Mortal Kombat 1 Reveal Trailer Analyzed – Is The Great Kung Lao Back?

Following the events of Mortal Kombat 11, Mortal Kombat 1 is set in a brand-new universe. Find out what the reveal trailer could mean, story-wise.

Mortal Kombat Series Has Sold Over 80 Million Units

Mortal Kombat Series Has Sold Over 80 Million Units

WB Games has announced that the beloved fighting franchise has sold over 80 million units since its debut over 30 years ago.

Mortal Kombat 1 – 10 New Things You May Not Know

Mortal Kombat 1 – 10 New Things You May Not Know

Mortal Kombat is back and starting with a clean slate. Here's what you need to know about the fighter before it releases on September 19th.

Mortal Kombat 1 in Development Longer Than Any Previous Title, Doesn’t Continue MK11’s Story

Mortal Kombat 1 in Development Longer Than Any Previous Title, Doesn’t Continue MK11’s Story

Series co-creator Ed Boon says, "This is Mortal Kombat 1. It's a new beginning," and characters will be "re-introduced with new roles."

Mortal Kombat 1 PC Requirements Revealed, Needs 100 GB Installation Space

Mortal Kombat 1 PC Requirements Revealed, Needs 100 GB Installation Space

Developed by QLOC, the PC version's minimum and recommended requirements are forgiving, though the resolution and frame rate is unknown.

Mortal Kombat 1 Post-Launch Characters and Kameo Fighters Leaked via Amazon Italy

Mortal Kombat 1 Post-Launch Characters and Kameo Fighters Leaked via Amazon Italy

Returning fighters seemingly include Quan Chi, Ermac and Takeda, while the previously rumored Peacemaker and Homelander are also present.

Mortal Kombat 1 – Returning Characters and Kameo Fighters Detailed, Rollback Netcode Confirmed

Mortal Kombat 1 – Returning Characters and Kameo Fighters Detailed, Rollback Netcode Confirmed

The Story Mode will feature a new narrative with "unexpected twists on classic rivalries and original backstories" for its cast.

Mortal Kombat 1 – Standard, Premium and Kollector’s Editions Detailed; Beta Set for August

Mortal Kombat 1 – Standard, Premium and Kollector’s Editions Detailed; Beta Set for August

The Standard Edition retails for $69.99, while the Premium Edition is $109.99 with five days early access and six new characters post-launch.

Mortal Kombat 1 Launches on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch

Mortal Kombat 1 Launches on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch

Pre-orders for the fighting game go live on May 19th at 10 AM PST and include beta access and Shang Tsung as a playable character.

Mortal Kombat 1 Will be Announced Tomorrow

Mortal Kombat 1 Will be Announced Tomorrow

NetherRealm Studios confirms the next Mortal Kombat game will be unveiled tomorrow, with a leaker claim it'll probably be with a CG trailer.

Mortal Kombat 1 Announcement Being Teased for This Week

Mortal Kombat 1 Announcement Being Teased for This Week

On the back of plenty of teases and leaks, Mortal Kombat boss Ed Boon seems to be hinting at an imminent announcement.

Mortal Kombat 1 Could Also Include Conan the Barbarian as Guest Character – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 1 Could Also Include Conan the Barbarian as Guest Character – Rumour

In addition to the previously-rumoured Pacemaker and Homelander, the fighting title could also feature Conan the Barbarian as a DLC character.

Mortal Kombat 1 to be Revealed “in the Next Couple of Weeks”, Targeting September Launch – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 1 to be Revealed “in the Next Couple of Weeks”, Targeting September Launch – Rumour

The fighter seems to be a reboot of the franchise, and could be announced at the rumoured upcoming PlayStation Showcase.

Next Mortal Kombat is Seemingly Set to be a Reboot Called Mortal Kombat 1 – Rumour

Next Mortal Kombat is Seemingly Set to be a Reboot Called Mortal Kombat 1 – Rumour

The game will allegedly be available for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch, and will retail for $70 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Mortal Kombat 12 Teaser Says “It is Almost Time,” Teases Reboot

Mortal Kombat 12 Teaser Says “It is Almost Time,” Teases Reboot

A clock ticks to "12" in the clip before an explosion causes it to skip to "1," perhaps hinting at a clean slate for the series.

Mortal Kombat 12 Could Feature Peacemaker as a Guest Character – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 12 Could Feature Peacemaker as a Guest Character – Rumour

Journalist Jez Corden seems to be hinting that DC's Peacemaker will feature in the upcoming fighter, and that he might be joined by The Boys' Homelander.

Mortal Kombat 12 Announcement Being Teased by NetherRealm Studios

Mortal Kombat 12 Announcement Being Teased by NetherRealm Studios

WB Games confirmed earlier this year that the next instalment in the fighting franchise would launch sometime in 2023.

Mortal Kombat 12 Could be Announced Next Month – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 12 Could be Announced Next Month – Rumour

Journalist Jez Corden has suggested that NetherRealm Studios and WB Games could unveil their next fighter soon.

Mortal Kombat 12 Announcement Could be Coming This Week – Rumor

Mortal Kombat 12 Announcement Could be Coming This Week – Rumor

Professional fighting game player SonicFox says he "anticipates" an announcement. The sequel will release later this year.

Mortal Kombat 12 Announced, Releasing in 2023

Mortal Kombat 12 Announced, Releasing in 2023

In an earnings call, Warner Bros. Discovery's Andrew Slabin revealed that the "highly-anticipated" fighting game would launch this year.

Mortal Kombat 12 Will “Likely” be Revealed Soon and Launch in 2023, Ed Boon Suggests

Mortal Kombat 12 Will “Likely” be Revealed Soon and Launch in 2023, Ed Boon Suggests

The NetherRealm Studios boss has said the studio's next game, which is rumoured to be Mortal Kombat 12, will "likely" be revealed soon.

NeatherRealm Studios’ Next Game is Either Mortal Kombat 12 or Injustice 3 – Ed Boon

NeatherRealm Studios’ Next Game is Either Mortal Kombat 12 or Injustice 3 – Ed Boon

In case anyone needed any confirmation, NetherRealm Studios boss Ed Boon says the developer's next game will be either Mortal Kombat 12 or Injustice 3.

Mortal Kombat 12 – 11 Things We Want

Mortal Kombat 12 – 11 Things We Want

If rumors are to be believed, the next title in NetherRealm's vaunted fighting game franchise is coming. Here are a couple of things it should have.

Mortal Kombat Developer Won’t Have Any Announcements at Evo 2022

Mortal Kombat Developer Won’t Have Any Announcements at Evo 2022

"It's time for Street Fighter and other great fighting games to be in the sun!" says NetherRealm Studios' chief creative officer Ed Boon.

Mortal Kombat 12 Seemingly Being Teased by Johnny Cage Actor

Mortal Kombat 12 Seemingly Being Teased by Johnny Cage Actor

Andrew Bowen, who played Johnny Cage in the last two Mortal Kombat games, seems to be teasing a new instalment in the series.

Mortal Kombat 12 Will See the Return of Reiko – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 12 Will See the Return of Reiko – Rumour

A prominent Mortal Kombat leaker seems to be suggesting that Reiko will return as a fighter in the series' next instalment, which is rumoured to be in development.

Mortal Kombat Creator Will “Get in a Lot of Trouble” if He Reveals Anything About His Next Game

Mortal Kombat Creator Will “Get in a Lot of Trouble” if He Reveals Anything About His Next Game

Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon has said that revealing anything about NetherRealm's next project might land him in a lot of trouble.

Mortal Kombat 12 Seemingly “Leaked” by Developer

Mortal Kombat 12 Seemingly “Leaked” by Developer

NetherRealm's Jonathan Andersen recently tweeted out (and promptly deleted) an image that's most likely a deliberate tease rather than an accidental leak.

Mortal Kombat Developer is Not Ready to Announce Next Game

Mortal Kombat Developer is Not Ready to Announce Next Game

NetherRealm's Ed Boon appreciates "the enthusiasm for our next game" but says there are many variables that prevent an announcement.

Mortal Kombat 12 is Probably Going to be NetherRealm Studios’ Next Game – Rumour

Mortal Kombat 12 is Probably Going to be NetherRealm Studios’ Next Game – Rumour

Journalist Jeff Grubb says that based on what he's heard, NetherRealm's next game will be another Mortal Kombat, not Injustice 3 or a Marvel vs DC game.

Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath – The Ending Explained, and What It Means for Mortal Kombat 12

Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath – The Ending Explained, and What It Means for Mortal Kombat 12

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