Mortal Kombat 1 takes place in a new universe created by Liu Kang. | Source: Warner Bros. Games

Finish him!

Fire God Liu Kang has created a whole new universe in Mortal Kombat 1, the upcoming game from Warner Bros. Games and NetherRealm Studios, offering fighters a fresh slate with a chance of peace. But of course, chaos ensues and fans are in for more blood and gore than ever in this new era.

The new game features a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities, with reimagined versions of iconic heroes and villains. New players and dedicated fans of the franchise can both enjoy this original storyline with a fresh take on classic characters. 

In story mode, players can experience an immersive cinematic narrative featuring unexpected twists on classic rivalries and original backstories for a wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters including Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, Johnny Cage, and more. Mortal Kombat 1 will also introduce Kameo Fighters, a unique roster of additional fighters that can assist during matches, creating expanded gameplay possibilities for players.

The Mortal Kombat 1 Standard Edition will be available physically and digitally for $69.99 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, including Steam and the Epic Games Store.

The Mortal Kombat 1 Premium Edition will be available physically and digitally for $109.99 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, including Steam and the Epic Games Store. It comes with the Kombat Pack, early access to the game on Sept. 14, and 1,250 Dragon Krystals to use as currency in the game. The Kombat Pack includes a Johnny Cage skin, a Jean-Claude Van Damme skin, early access to six new playable characters, and five new Kameo Fighters.

Additionally, the Mortal Kombat 1 Kollector’s Edition will be available at select retailers for $249.99 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S and comes with all Premium Edition content plus a 16.5-inch Liu Kang sculpture designed by Coarse, a Liu Kang in-game character skin, three exclusive art prints, a steel case, and 2,700 Dragon Krystals.

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Mortal Kombat 1 is slated for release on Sept. 19 and will be available for preorder starting tomorrow, May 19 at 1 p.m. ET. All preorders come with Shang Tsung as an in-game playable character, and preorders for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S will also receive beta access, available in August.

To learn more about Mortal Kombat 1, visit MortalKombat.com.

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