Ed Boon shares a short gameplay peek at the next DLC fighter, who's available on November 19th for Kombat Pack 2 owners.
Early access for the DLC characters starts on November 19th for owners of the Khaos Reigns bundle/Kollection or the expansion.
The first paid expansion for NetherRealm's fighter launches on September 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
NetherRealm Studios showcases the shadowy Noob Saibot and his role in the story ahead of the upcoming release of the Khaos Reigns expansion.
Sub-Zero's loyal lieutenant unleashes all kinds of destruction, from missiles and flamethrowers to flying opponents into orbit.
Updates to the game's official website have revealed new narrative details on the upcoming fan-favourite DLC characters.
WB Games and NetherRealm Studios' fighting title is set to receive a large-scale expansion in the form of Khaos Reigns this September.
The returning fav-favourite will be one of Khaos Reigns' six new characters, and will take on a very different form in Mortal Kombat 1's New Era.
"We were pretty sure when we launched Mortal Kombat 1 that we were going to be doing years of content, so this is year two," says series co-creator and director Ed Boon.
Animalities will be added to the fighter with a free update that will coincide with the launch of the Khaos Reigns expansion this September.
Kombat Pack 2 will only be available alongside the upcoming expansion, Khaos Reigns, which will be sold at a price of $49.99 on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and $39.99 on Switch.
The story expansion will bring back several beloved characters in the form of Sektor, Cyrax, Noob Saibot, and more when it launches on September 24.
Game director Ed Boon and the team at NetherRealm could finally reveal the fighter's previously teased story DLC at today's event.
The Mortal Kombat and Injustice developer has seemingly laid off its mobile team, with a report claiming that at least 50 employees have been impacted.
As Kenshi's son and a student of the Shirai Ryu, Takeda arrives in NetherRealm's fighter as the final DLC character for Year 1.
NetherRealm Studios asks fans to look forward to "what the future holds", potentially revealing new DLC characters for the fighter.
Datamining leaks may have spilled the beans on the DLC characters Mortal Kombat 1 is set to add in the coming months.
Check out an intense fight between Homelander and Omni-Man in Mortal Kombat 1. Homelander is coming to the game on June 11.
Homelander from The Boys joins the roster soon, with Ferra following as a Kameo fighter later in the month.
Scorpion is the only character revealed thus far and looks incredible, though a release date for the skins hasn't been confirmed.
The Boys supervillain Homelander is set to launch join Mortal Kombat 1's roster of fighters sometime this Spring.
Director Ed Boon says "there is still a LOT more planned" for the fighter, including new moves, klassic kostumes, Kameos, and more.
The latest DLC fighter will be available for all players on April 23rd, while Mavado, the next Kameo Fighter, debuts in May.
Dark Raiden from Mortal Kombat X is the antagonist of this season, available until June 4th alongside new cosmetics and gear.
Kombat Pack owners can start playing him on April 16th. Meanwhile, the next Kameo Fighter is Mavado, who arrives this May.
Fight an army of Ultra Mileenas on a new map with new gear. New cosmetics for Liu Kang, Mileena, Li Mei and more are also available.
"Krossplay" for NetherRealm's fighter will receive more details early next week, though it seems absent on Nintendo Switch.
Peacemaker will be available on February 28 for Kombat Pack owners and on March 6 for everyone else, while Janet Cage will arrive later on in March.
Portrayed and voiced by John Cena, the anti-hero's early access release coincides with the arrival of Invasions Season 4.
The fighter reached a new milestone after Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav confirmed nearly 3 million sold last November.
NetherRealm Studios has confirmed the release date for the fighter's next DLC Kameo fighter addition.
Arctic Sub-Zero is the new seasonal final boss in Invasions, and there are new skins to earn for the likes of Kitana, Scorpion and more.
NetherRealm Studios has stated that it is still working on cross-play for Mortal Kombat 1, offering up a February release window for the feature.
"Just like we did with Mortal Kombat 11, we're going to release a second part with more story, and we have a big surprise after that," said Boon.
The next Kameo Fighter, Khameleon, goes live in January 2024, while DC Universe's Peacekeeper joins the roster in February.
The monetised Fatalities for Mortal Kombat 1 will be sold as a unified bundle starting on November 17.
Season of the Blood Moon is live until December 11th, with an alternate Nitara as the final boss and several blood-themed cosmetics.
Backlash from the community has prompted WB Games to offer bonus Thanksgiving and Winter Fatalities.
Antony Starr, who plays Homelander on The Boys, won't be reprising his role when the supervillain joins Mortal Kombat 1's roster.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav confirms the latest instalment in the fighting franchise has sold nearly 3 million units since its release.
In a break from tradition for the franchise, it seems Mortal Kombat 1's DLC packs won't include alternate skins, a decision that's receiving plenty of backlash from the community.
The Viltrumite's overwhelming strength and brutality are displayed, while Tremor is skilled at reflecting projectiles and manipulating rocks.
Online leaderboards are available in Klassic Towers. There's also an in-game indicator for ping and voice chat options to mute other players.
This will be the first time the series has featured premium Fatalities since Mortal Kombat 2011's Klassic Fatality packs.
Mortal Kombat 1 might soon be welcoming the T-1000 Terminator to its roster, if the voice actor for Reptile is right.
Quan Chi and Peacemaker debut in Winter 2023/2024. Ermac and Homelander launch in Spring 2024, and Takeda Takahashi in Summer 2024.
The first playable DLC character for NetherRealm's fighter arrives next month, along with Tremor, the first new Kameo Fighter.
The troubled Switch version gets its much-needed update and also adds the rest of the content from Season 1 of Invasions.
However, the patch has only been released for the fighter's PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC versions.
EA Sports FC 24 has debuted on top of the charts, enjoying the UK's second-biggest physical launch of the year, below Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Mortal Kombat boss Ed Boon says gameplay for upcoming DLC gues fighter Omni-Man won't be revealed at NYCC.
The patch was to fix a recently discovered Player 1 advantage bug, but NetherRealm faced a "snag" that caused server issues.
The patch for the fighter goes live on September 29th and includes other fixes for issues like missing inputs on Kameo Fighters.
Evidence pointing to the iconic character from the Scream movie franchise was recently also spotted in the game's files by dataminers.
Fighters in the Player 2 slot can't properly land their combos, while those in the Player 1 slot can, regardless of stance.
Its first Kombat Pack will add six DLC fighters, including The Boys' Homelander, DC's Peademaker, and Invincible's Omni-Man.
Meanwhile, Neowiz's Soulslike action RPG Lies of P debuted in third place, behind Pikmin 1+2, which recently saw a physical launch.
"It would have been ideal for us to have released the version that we absolutely wanted," said NetherRealm Studios' Ed Boon.
NetherRealm's reboot of the classic fighting game franchise is playable now on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The "full breadth" of Season 1 will release in the coming weeks, with the developer "working to make this update as quickly as possible."
Dataminers discover dialogue responses that could point to new fighters and animations for potential seasonal Fatalities.
The fighting franchise's reboot's global launch is set for September 19, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
NetherRealm Studios says it's "working hard at implementing the feature", and that it will be coming in a post-launch update.
The fighting game will feature several visual, auditory, and motor tools in its suite of accessibility options.
The long-awaited sequel is out on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch, but early access starts this week.
Mortal Kombat and Johnny Cage go full circle a with Jean-Cleade Can Damme version of the character in the upcoming reboot.
The Vampire of Outworld returns, and though her motives are unclear, she can still strike quickly and tear her opponents apart.
A Reddit user who got access to the game's Switch version two weeks ahead of launch has leaked the full roster of main fighters and Kameo characters.
Copies of Mortal Kombat 1 appear to be out in a wild, and one Reddit user has leaked about two minutes of the Switch version's footage.
"We're going to obviously see the characters develop, they're going to change, things are going to happen, but this is not the end," says narrative director Dominic Ciancolo.
New marketing material has emerged for the fighter in Brazil, which suggests that guest DLC characters will also appear in Kameo form.
The actor rallies random people before the game's worldwide release on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.
However, NetherRealm's Ed Boon doesn't feel burned out because the development team is "trying new stuff with each game."
Extensive new gameplay footage has emerged for some of Mortal Kombat 1's newly-revealed characters.
NetherRealm Studios boss Ed Boon has confirmed that John Cena will be reprising his role as Peacemaker for Mortal Kombat 1's DLC.
"We're not going to have them both do all the kind of category of Superman-type things. We're going to divvy up those abilities," Boon says.
"I know some people are worried in this new universe that, oh my gosh, these characters no longer exist. They're gone forever. It's totally not the case."
The 17 minute gameplay video also showcases more of the relationship between Kung Lao and Raiden as they battle the Lin Kuei.
Gather a party of characters and traverse a map, taking on Invaders from different realms while leveling up and earning loot and Kurrency.
The Rulers of Outworld are as brutal as ever in the latest trailer, with the fighting game releasing on September 19th worldwide.
NetherRealm Studios and WB Games will showcase a new trailer for the upcoming fighter at the event later this month.
The beta is available from August 18th to 21st for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S and features online 1v1 matches and Klassic Tower.
A fresh leak has seemingly spilled the beans on a new Invasions mode, which will see players "travel through the realms of Mortal Kombat" and face different seasonal challenges.
NetherRealm Studios also showcases Frost's various Kameo Fighter moves and her Fatality, which makes for some quick skeleton removal.
Sareena has also been revealed as a Kameo Fighter in Mortal Kombat 1's glorious (and bloody) new trailer.
"We continue to encourage feedback from whomever gets a chance to play these early builds," says NetherRealm boss Ed Boon.
Debuting in Mortal Kombat 11, Geras returns as the protector of the Hourglass and warns Liu Kang of "compromised" peace.
The closed beta will be available on PayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S for anyone who pre-orders the game.
Mortal Kombat X and 11 both had story modes about 5-6 hours long, but could be much longer with optional content.
The minigame was described in a recent rating for the game by Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority.
After confirming them for the reboot's roster with a recent trailer, NetherRealm Studios has revealed new story details for Li Mei and Baraka.
A second unreleased trailer shown exclusive at San Diego Comic-Con confirmed Reiko and Morato for the reboot's roster.
The actor, who played the superhero in the Invincible animated series, will reprise the role in NetherRealm's upcoming fighter.
Mortal Kombat 1's Kombat Pack has been revealed, starring Quan-Chi, Ermac and Takeda alongside crossover characters Homelander, Peacemaker and Omni-Man.
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.
NetherRealm Studios boss Ed Boon confirms that Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay will be shown off, in addition to some "surprises".
The panel is scheduled for this Friday, July 21, and will run from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM PT.
Previous leaks have claimed that The Boys' Homelander will be one of six post-launch characters to be released for Mortal Kombat 1.
An update to the game's website reveals brief new story details on the newly revealed Mortal Kombat 1 roster additions.
The Lin Kuei star in new gameplay, with NetherRealm's fighter out on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC and Switch.
The first Kombat Kast for NetherRealm Studios' reboot is coming soon and will also feature a "discussion" on Kameo fighters.
NetherRealm Studios' Ed Boon says it will showcase additional main and Kameo fighters. The game is out on September 19th.
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.
Players have discovered in the fighter's stress test that Quitalities are back, with elements of Mortal Kombat: Deception's Hara-Kiris thrown in.
However, the door isn't shut on the possibility of a new Injustice game "at all", Boon says.
Separate from the pre-order beta in August, the test will feature 1v1 multiplayer matches and a "limited" Klassic Towers mode.
"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.
Check out the different playable fighters, their moves, how stages look at dawn and dusk, and more from the recent press demo.
Check out some full matches from the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 in all of its 4K glory in a new gameplay showcase video.
Fire God Liu Kang is gathering champions, which include Kung Lao, Johnny Cage, Kenshi, and much more in the upcoming fighter.
Tag Team battles, which were last featured in 2011's Mortal Kombat, might be making a return to the series with the upcoming reboot.
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.
WB Games has announced that the beloved fighting franchise has sold over 80 million units since its debut over 30 years ago.
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."
Developed by QLOC, the PC version's minimum and recommended requirements are forgiving, though the resolution and frame rate is unknown.
Returning fighters seemingly include Quan Chi, Ermac and Takeda, while the previously rumored Peacemaker and Homelander are also present.
The Story Mode will feature a new narrative with "unexpected twists on classic rivalries and original backstories" for its cast.
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.
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.
NetherRealm Studios confirms the next Mortal Kombat game will be unveiled tomorrow, with a leaker claim it'll probably be with a CG trailer.
On the back of plenty of teases and leaks, Mortal Kombat boss Ed Boon seems to be hinting at an imminent announcement.
In addition to the previously-rumoured Pacemaker and Homelander, the fighting title could also feature Conan the Barbarian as a DLC character.
The fighter seems to be a reboot of the franchise, and could be announced at the rumoured upcoming PlayStation Showcase.
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.
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.
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.
WB Games confirmed earlier this year that the next instalment in the fighting franchise would launch sometime in 2023.
Journalist Jez Corden has suggested that NetherRealm Studios and WB Games could unveil their next fighter soon.
Professional fighting game player SonicFox says he "anticipates" an announcement. The sequel will release later this year.
In an earnings call, Warner Bros. Discovery's Andrew Slabin revealed that the "highly-anticipated" fighting game would launch this year.
The NetherRealm Studios boss has said the studio's next game, which is rumoured to be Mortal Kombat 12, will "likely" be revealed soon.
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.
"It's time for Street Fighter and other great fighting games to be in the sun!" says NetherRealm Studios' chief creative officer Ed Boon.
Andrew Bowen, who played Johnny Cage in the last two Mortal Kombat games, seems to be teasing a new instalment in the series.
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 Ed Boon has said that revealing anything about NetherRealm's next project might land him in a lot of trouble.
NetherRealm's Jonathan Andersen recently tweeted out (and promptly deleted) an image that's most likely a deliberate tease rather than an accidental leak.
NetherRealm's Ed Boon appreciates "the enthusiasm for our next game" but says there are many variables that prevent an announcement.
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.