Mortal Kombat 1 Revealed With Cranium-Krushing Trailer, Arrives September 19

Warner Bros. Video games has lastly introduced Mortal Kombat 1, a reboot and reimagining of the universe that is been created by the Hearth God Liu Kang. The combating recreation is slated to launch September 19 on PC, PS5, Xbox Collection S/X, and Nintendo Change, and has additionally dropped a cinematic trailer providing glimpses on the characters’ new appears, some brutal fatalities, and new Kameo Fighters. Pre-orders grant entry to the highly effective sorcerer Shang Tsung, alongside beta entry in August, reserved solely for PS5 and Xbox Collection S/X gamers. The information comes after the sport (Mortal Kombat 12) was confirmed throughout Warner Bros. Discovery’s quarterly earnings name, adopted by franchise creator Ed Boon sometimes throwing cryptic teasers on his Twitter.

The Mortal Kombat 1 trailer opens with a voiceover from Liu Kang saying, “It is time!”, and introducing the brand new realm he created — an idyllic paradise of types, with good friend Kung Lau, recognisable by his razor-brimmed hat, working as a humble farmer. Elsewhere on the planet, the metal fan-wielding Kitana continues ruling the Outworld along with her loyal retainer and sister-clone Mileena. Whereas there is no express point out of what brought about the world to reset, we will assume it to be a results of Mortal Kombat 11’s a number of endings, one in all which ensured a brand new and higher timeline, undoing Kronika’s errors. In the direction of the tip, Liu Kang had ascending right into a god, the results of which appear to hold over into MK1.

The serenity within the Mortal Kombat 1 trailer is quickly damaged as lead characters Scorpion and Sub-Zero uncover a blood-red eclipse within the far distance — resembling those within the Japanese manga Berserk and FromSoftware’s Darkish Souls 3. “For the storm is brewing,” Liu Kang narrates as he descendants from the skies, hoping to help our heroes in a brand new battle. After all, these relate to the Story Mode, which guarantees to supply ‘sudden twists on traditional rivalries and unique backstories for the wide-ranging solid of legendary fighters.’ A FAQ page for MK1 reveals {that a} fixed web connection is not required to play the sport, although it is going to be required for sure modes and options. Hopefully, the story mode stays secure.

Shang Tsung seems to be the principle villain this time, rising out of a portal as our heroes anticipate their latest menace. Within the subsequent couple of photographs, we’re handled to a few of his Fatality animations, as he slits throats, breaks Mileena’s neck, curb stomps Sub-Zero, and inserts his thumbs into Kitana’s eye sockets. Among the many new additions in Mortal Kombat 1 are the Kameo Fighters, a singular roster of companion characters, who present help throughout matches through team-up combos, presumably. These fighters are chosen individually from the principle roster. Talking of the principle roster, Mortal Kombat 1 has confirmed Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, and Johnny Cage.

The FAQ web page additionally reveals costs for Mortal Kombat 1, beginning with $69.99 SRP (about Rs. 5,792) for the Normal Version throughout all platforms — each bodily and digital. Regional pricing might come into play. The Premium Version prices $109.99 SRP (Rs. 9,102), granting early entry to DLC characters, in-game forex, and a Kombat Pack containing additional characters.

And at last, there’s the Kollector’s Version, which can be accessible at choose retailers — bodily solely — for $249.99 SRP (about Rs. 20,691), containing a 16.5-inch Liu Kang sculpture, artwork prints, a metal case, and all of the bonuses within the Premium Version. That is unique to PS5 and Xbox Collection S/X solely. Moreover, homeowners of the Premium and Kollector’s Version achieve early entry to Mortal Kombat 1 from September 14.

Mortal Kombat 1 releases September 19 on PC, PS5, Xbox Collection S/X, and Nintendo Change.