Already announced for September 19 on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch and PC (with the Polish studio QLOC in charge of the PC and a Shiver Entertainment – Saber Interactive duo to get the best out of the Switch), Mortal Kombat 1 takes place in a new universe shaped this time by Liu Kang, promoted to the position of god of fire. Around him are already confirmed the traditional Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Johnny Cage and Shang Tsung (in pre-order for the latter) as well as a new cinematic solo campaign, a major asset of the franchise since Mortal Kombat 9.
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But the notion of reboot does not only apply to narrative considerations. WB Games and NetherRealm are announcing a new combat system, new game modes, new Fatalities, but also the implementation of a system of “Kameo Kombatants” which will make it possible to forge alliances, even between brothers and sisters. enemies. These support fighters will be different from the actual playable characters, we’re told.
“Mortal Kombat 1 marks a fresh start for the franchise, and we couldn’t be more excited to share this original storyline and fresh take on classic characters with our fans. We are also introducing our Kombatant Kaméo system which adds a unique roster of support characters. We look forward to introducing this feature and other new game elements very soon. “Comments Ed Boon, faithful to the position for 30 years.
Mortal Kombat 1 will be available from September 14 in early access for those who buy the Premium edition (120 euros) or the Kollector edition (250 euros) with its 42 cm Liu-Kang statuette. These editions will notably include the Kombat Pack, the main argument of which is a Jean-Claude Van Damme skin for Johnny Cage available at launch. This pack will subsequently provide access to six playable fighters and five kameo fighters. The standard edition will be sold for 80 euros on all platforms and any pre-order will give access to the beta which will take place in August (but only on PS5 and Xbox Series). We should add that support for cross-play and cross-progression is expected after the launch of the game, unlike the rollback network code which will be in place at release.