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Mortal Kombat 1 Beta Details

Jan Kopacz, 16 August 2023, 12:39

We learned the details of the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 beta, which will be attended by those with pre-orders.

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Brings Bloody Fatality and Return of Reptile

Jan Kopacz, 07 August 2023, 13:45

A new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 has been released. It shows the two fighters in action, also presenting some of their fatalities.

Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Focuses on Keepers of Time

Christian Pieniazek, 01 August 2023, 13:57

A new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 has seen the light of day. Published by NetherRealm Studios, the video focuses on the Keepers of Time; it also shows Geras and Liu Kang.

(Anti)superheroes Galore Confirmed in Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer

Adrian Werner, 23 July 2023, 21:55

We have learned the contents of the first DLC for Mortal Kombat 1. It will add six new characters, including such notables as Homelander, Peacemaker and Omni-Man.

Mortal Kombat 1 May Feature The Boys' Biggest Psycho

Maciej Gaffke, 11 July 2023, 13:52

The upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 may offer a fighter from Amazon's popular show. According to unconfirmed reports, the game will feature a character from The Boys.

Bloody Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Confirms Many Iconic Kombatants

Adam Celarek, 07 July 2023, 13:40

The latest trailer for Mortal Kombat 1, focused on Lin Kuei warriors, introduced players to two more playable characters. The ninjas from before will also return in guest appearances.

Mortal Kombat 1's First Gameplay From Summer Game Fest

Jacob Blazewicz, 08 June 2023, 21:25

The Summer Game Fest 2023 brought the first gameplay demonstration from Mortal Kombat 1, as brutal as the previous installments of NetherRealm's fighting game series.

Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Tests Announced; Signups Open

Adam Celarek, 30 May 2023, 14:57

Mortal Kombat 1 will soon see open stress tests. Those willing can sign up for them online.

Mortal Kombat 1 System Requirements Are Not Brutally High

Agnes Adamus, 21 May 2023, 22:07

We learned the system requirements for Mortal Kombat 1 on PC. We must admit that they are relatively low (not counting 100 GB of disk space).

Jean-Claude Van Damme Will Appear in Mortal Kombat 1

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 18 May 2023, 21:53

Players who choose to purchase the Premium Edition of Mortal Kombat 1, announced today, will be able to play as Belgian actor Jean-Claude Van Damme. He will be a skin for Johnny Cage.

Mortal Kombat 1 Officially Announced

Kamil Kleszyk, 18 May 2023, 15:35

The speculation is over, Mortal Kombat 1 has been announced and can be seen in the first trailer. We also know the release date.

Mortal Kombat Fans Have Waited a Long Time for This Teasers [UPDATE #3]

Marcin Przala, 18 May 2023, 11:15

A teaser of the new installment of Mortal Kombat has debuted online. The teaser of the next installment of the cult fighting game series has stirred up discussion among the fans.

New Mortal Kombat Will Feature a Guest Appearance From Iconic Fantasy Character (Leak)

Kamil Kleszyk, 14 May 2023, 15:00

Later this year, the next installment of the legendary fighting game series Mortal Kombat will debut on the market. According to the latest reports, the game will feature an equally iconic character. Who is it?

Mortal Kombat 12 is Official; Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8 Are in for a Bloody Battle

Wiktor Szczesny, 24 February 2023, 13:19

Mortal Kombat 12 got an unexpected announcement. The source of the information turned out to be an investor meeting of Warner Bros. The publisher is counting on the commercial success of the new installment of the iconic fighting game.

Mortal Kombat 12 in the Pipeline - Actor's Tweet Suggests

Hubert Sledziewski, 25 June 2022, 16:07

Mortal Kombat 12 has probably been in development for some time now. Another indication of this may have been a Twitter post by actor Andrew Bowen - the game's Johnny Cage.

Mortal Kombat 12 Leaked on Twitter

Sonia Selerska, 28 January 2022, 14:28

Leak too perfect to be a coincidence? Fans of the Mortal Kombat series are searching for information about the new installment on a piece of computer desktop seen in a photo of one of the devs.

Mortal Kombat Trilogy on Unreal Engine 5 - Fans Support Independent Initiative

Jacob Blazewicz, 29 December 2021, 22:22

100 thousand signatures under the petition - that's how much is expected by Eyeballistic Games, which once again tries to convince Warner Bros. to remaster Mortal Kombat Trilogy. This time in 4K and on Unreal Engine 5.

Mortal Kombat is Now the Best-selling Fighting Game Series in History

Jacob Blazewicz, 26 July 2021, 16:59

Mortal Kombat 11 is officially one of the best-selling fighting games in history. The excellent result of the last installment of the brutal series helped NetherRealm's series become the most popular franchise in the history of the genre.

Mortal Kombat 11 Support Ends; NetherRealm Will Focus on a New Game

Paul Musiolik, 03 July 2021, 18:55

Mortal Kombat 11 will not receive any more DLCs. NetherRealm announced that they are ending support for the game and focusing on a new project.

First Reviews: Mortal Kombat Movie 2021 - A Worthy Adaptation

Ness, 14 April 2021, 21:11

The first reviews of the new Mortal Kombat movie have appeared online. Despite a few problems, many critics agree that the film did not disappoint when it comes to fights and the level of brutality.

Mortal Kombat Movie's Heroes and Villains in New Stills

Jacob Blazewicz, 01 April 2021, 14:51

New footage from Mortal Kombat movie was posted online. Apart from the higher-resolution stills from the trailer, Warner Bros. has also released images featuring Sub-Zero and Mileena.

Mortal Kombat 2021 Trailer Recreated in LEGO and It's Got Johnny Cage

Adrian Werner, 30 March 2021, 17:04

A cute animated video recreating the trailer for the upcoming Mortal Kombat movie using LEGO bricks has appeared online. Unlike the creators of the movie, the creator did not forget about Johnny Cage.

Mortal Kombat Movie Producer Brags About Unique Fight Scenes

Jacob Blazewicz, 19 March 2021, 17:51

Producer Todd Garner has joined Simon McQuoid in praising the fight scenes in upcoming Mortal Kombat adaptation. The movie is expected to feature some of the most brutal and unique fights in cinema history.

Mortal Kombat Movie Fighters in New Promo Video

Adrian Werner, 17 March 2021, 13:58

Fresh footage from the new Mortal Kombat adaptation appeared on the web. It presents the silhouettes of the fighters we'll see in the movie.

Mortal Kombat Movie Reveals Another Familiar Fighter

Jacob Blazewicz, 11 March 2021, 17:17

Mortal Kombat, directed by Simon McQuoid, has received another poster. Thanks to it, we finally get a good look at David Nelson as Kabal.

Fans Complain of Lack of Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat Trailer

Jacob Blazewicz, 19 February 2021, 15:20

The Mortal Kombat trailer, which was otherwise warmly received, failed to satisfy the fans entirely. They resent the absence of Johnny Cage in the trailer and movie's promo materials.

New Mortal Kombat Movie Gets First Trailer and Posters

Karol Laska, 18 February 2021, 19:12

The latest movie adaptation of Mortal Kombat received its first trailer. The filmmakers have also released a number of animated posters featuring the main characters.

Plot Outline and First Photos From the Set of Mortal Kombat

Szarmancki, 15 January 2021, 22:18

The first photos from the set of the upcoming Mortal Kombat movie have been released. We also learned some information about the film's plot.

John Rambo Rocks on Gameplay From Mortal Kombat 11

Bart Swiatek, 23 October 2020, 11:59

A gameplay trailer of Mortal Kombat 11 from NetherRealms appeared on the web, presenting Rambo - the iconic movie veteran.

Mortal Kombat 11 Trailer Confirms Rambo as New Fighter

washi, 08 October 2020, 21:47

A new trailer of Mortal Kombat 11 appeared on the web today, confirming the recent rumors - John Rambo, Rain and Mileena will appear in the game. Along with the new characters we will receive the final version of the game.

Great Sales of Mortal Kombat 11 Encourage the Devs

Adrian Werner, 06 October 2020, 13:18

Ed Boon from NetherRealms reported that sales of Mortal Kombat 11 exceeded 8 million copies. This week we are to learn plans for further development of the game.

Rambo vs. Terminator and Robocop? Only in Mortal Kombat 11

Adrian Werner, 30 September 2020, 22:08

Fans found information in the game files of Mortal Kombat 11 that suggests John Rambo will soon join the roster of fighters. The character is to be introduced in the upcoming DLC.

Mortal Kombat and FIFA From Same Publisher? EA Wants to Buy WB Games

Karol Laska, 01 August 2020, 20:09

EA is interested in buying Warner Bros. Games. It means that many recognized IPs may be acquired by the company (including e.g. the Mortal Kombat series).

First Trailer of Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge

Michael Kulakowski, 28 January 2020, 23:54

The first trailer of the full-length animated film Mortal Kombat Legends, Scorpion's Revenge, an adaptation of the popular fighting game series, appeared on the web. The picture, designed for mature viewer, will appear this spring in digital distribution and on Blu-ray discs.

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge Animation Will be Rated R

Milosz Szubert, 27 January 2020, 12:23

Ed Boon from NetherRealm revealed that Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge, a new animated film from the universe of the popular fighting game series, is created for viewers over 17 years old. The production will debut in the first half of this year.

Mortal Kombat Kollection Online - Remaster of First Trilogy Almost Certain

Adrian Werner, 22 January 2020, 14:22

Thanks to the PEGI rating agency we have learned that Mortal Kombat Kollection Online, a set of re-mastered eidtions of the first three installment of the series, is planned.

Arnold Schwarzenegger in Action on a Gameplay From MK 11

Krzysztof Kaluzinski, 01 October 2019, 18:00

A new trailer from Mortal Kombat 11 shows the moves of the T-800 Terminator. Arnold Schwarzenegger's Fatality is impressive.

We Won't Hear Arnold Schwarzenegger as Terminator in Mortal Kombat 11

Paul Wozniak, 25 August 2019, 18:45

Warner Bros. Ineractive Entertainment has officially confirmed that Arnold Schwarzenegger will not give provide the voice of Terminator in Mortal Kombat 11. We do not know the exact reason for this decision, but it is most likely due to the actor's attitude to video games.

Terminator and Joker in Mortal Kombat 11 - Character Trailers Revealed

Paul Wozniak, 21 August 2019, 22:09

We have met a full set of characters who will be sent to Mortal Kombat 11 in the Kombat Pack season pass. In addition to the warriors known from the previous installments, the game will also include the Joker and Terminator.

New Mortal Kombat Adaptation Rated R

Milosz Szubert, 13 July 2019, 00:08

Greg Russo, the screenwriter of the upcoming Mortal Kombat movie, revealed on Twitter that the new adaptation of the iconic fighting game series will not accept any compromise. It will be rated R and will not lack the brutal Fatalities.

QLOC Works on Removing the 30 FPS Cap in Mortal Kombat 11 PC

Yac, 21 May 2019, 15:03

Players are not very fond of the PC version of Mortal Kombat 11. They complain about the lack of support for 21:9 monitors and the 30 FPS limit in many sequences. Previously, a mod was created to deal with these inconveniences, and now the developers have announced that they are officially working to remove them.

Mortal Kombat Devs on Crunch: „100 Hour Week was Common”

Konrad Serafinski, 28 April 2019, 23:51

Twitter has been on fire since former NetherRealm employees published some Tweet, claiming that development of Mortal Kombat or Injustice required them to work even 100 hours a week. Crunch was not the only inconvenience, because no bonus was paid for overtime.

Mortal Kombat 11 Scores Best Debut in Series' History

Adrian Werner, 25 April 2019, 10:15

The launch of Mortal Kombat 11 was a great success. The game boasts the best debut in the history of the cycle. We also learned that the devs intend to support and expand the project over the next few years.

The Progression System in Mortal Kombat 11 Is an Endless, Random Grind

Bart Swiatek, 24 April 2019, 15:30

Both reviewers and Internet users - members of the Reddit forum, report that the progression system used in Mortal Kombat 11 is extremely unfriendly to players. Acquiring and improving equipment requires a lot of time, and without it, some challenges are practically impossible to overcome.

Mortal Kombat 11 with Denuvo DRM

Michael Kulakowski, 07 April 2019, 23:48

The PC version of the latest installment of Mortal Kombat, slated for release in late April, will employ the widely-hated Denuvo DRM.

Mortal Kombat 11 Without Lootboxes, Marvel vs DC Fighting Game Inbound?

Adrian Werner, 04 April 2019, 16:00

The head of NetherRealm Studios revealed new info on Mortal Kombat 11. We've also learned that the team considers developing a Marvel vs DC fighting game.

Mortal Kombat 11 Retains Unreal Engine 3

Adrian Werner, 07 March 2019, 14:08

NetherRealm Studios has released a fresh trailer for Mortal Kombat 11, this time focusing on the game's plot. We've also learned that the game will run on Unreal Engine 3, and not its newer, fourth generation.

Mortal Kombat 11 - All Playable Characters Leaked

Konrad Serafinski, 02 March 2019, 11:33

Thanks to a leak on Reddit, we probably met all the fighters that we'll see in Mortal Kombat 11 on its release day. The leak also reveals extra characters and the fact that some of them will probably be introduced by paid DLC.

Mortal Kombat 11 Achievements May Reveal New Characters

Jakub Mirowski, 11 February 2019, 00:33

The list of achievements from Mortal Kombat 11 PC appeared on SteamDB. Among the revealed information, we find a number of three-letter codes, which most likely refer to the names of playable characters.

PC port of Mortal Kombat 11 will be developed by QLOC

Bart Swiatek, 21 January 2019, 11:57

The PC port of Mortal Kombat 11 will be developed by QLOC, a Polish developer responsible for the PC version of Mortal Kombat XL.