Mortal Kombat 1 Release Date, Platforms, & More!
Mortal Kombat 11 set the stage for a new reboot for the series and the first game in the new timeline is here. Mortal Kombat 1 starts an entirely new story that is a bit of a continuance of the last since it still happens after the previous games but takes place in a new universe.
Below we have all the information you need to stay on top of the release!
Mortal Kombat 1 Release Date
Mortal Kombat 1 will release on September 19, 2023. Pre-orders are live starting May 19, so players can get the benefits of buying the game early. If you want all of the benefits, be sure to come back here as we will add in the link to pre-orders.
Mortal Kombat 1 Platforms
Mortal Kombat 1 is expected to be available on multiple platforms, catering to a wide range of players. The game will likely be released for the following platforms:
- PlayStation 5 (PS5)
- Xbox Series X|S
- Steam
- Epic Games
- Nintendo Switch
This means the game is exclusive to next gen consoles. We should not see any previous gen ports.
Mortal Kombat 1 plot
Mortal Kombat 1 should continue the tradition of Mortal Kombat’s rich and immersive storytelling. The story will revolve around Lui Kang, who restarted the timeline in the previous game. Lui Kang will be seen training a new hero to take over the fight against evil in Mortal Kombat 1.
It is likely that the game will take place during the next Mortal Kombat tournament. This new hero will face similar opponents to those from previous games, adding a sense of familiarity while introducing new challenges and rivalries. There will be a full roster of characters and a storyline that will differ from previous iterations.
Mortal Kombat 1 promises to deliver a thrilling and adrenaline-pumping experience for fans of the franchise, despite limited details about the story.
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