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NetherRealm has announced that registrations for Mortal Kombat 1‘s online stress test are officially open. Ahead of the Mortal Kombat 1 launch in September, NetherRealm and publisher Warner Bros. are allowing players the chance to test out the fighting game. While players who have pre-ordered the game can participate in the beta testing in August, an online stress test will also be available soon (via Eurogamer). Mortal Kombat 1. Credit: NetherRealm Studios The NetherRealm FAQ provides more details, and the developer…

The tradition of adding guest characters to Mortal Kombat goes back to 2011’s MK reboot, which featured Freddy Krueger on all consoles and God of War’s Kratos as a PS3 exclusive. Subsequent games have included Jason Voorhees, Leatherface, an Alien Xenomorph, a Predator, RoboCop, Spawn, Joker, John Rambo, and the Terminator. That’s quite an impressive lineup! Mortal Kombat 1, the latest reboot in the series, is coming later this year and it might follow that same tradition. Early reports and rumors indicate that the…

Time for Kombat! Fans will be able to get a headstart on the gory glory with NetherRealm’s Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test soon. However, it won’t be available to all-komers, nor will you won’t be able to download it straight away. How to gain access to the Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test Screenshot by Destructoid Interested parties cannot sign up for the Stress Test via their PlayStation or Xbox consoles. Instead, you’ll need to go to WB Games’ website on your PC to perform this task. Log in to your WB Games Account or create…

Kasting Kall New Line continues to drip-feed kasting news for its upcoming movie sequel Mortal Kombat 2, announcing that British-Hong Kong actor Adeline Rudolph has bagged one of the film’s most koveted roles, that of the Edenian princess, Kitana. As noted in The Hollywood Reporter, Rudolph — who TV fans will recognize from streaming series such as Resident Evil, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and Riverdale — will don the mask and gather the fans of the hugely popular Mortal Kombat hero, daughter of Sindel and…

Not to be confused with Mortal Kombat 1 Pre-production continues on New Line’s incoming sequel to its surprisingly well-received adaptation Mortal Kombat — The sequel to the 2021 movie is currently in the casting process, with recent reports suggesting Tati Gabrielle is in final talks to pick up the mantle of the Edenian assassin, Jade. TV and fantasy fans will recognize Gabrielle from her recurring roles in various TV series. Gabrielle played Prudence of The Weird Sisters in Netflix’ The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina,…

NetherRealm CCO Ed Boon has given an explanation as to why the next installment in the Mortal Kombat series is called Mortal Kombat 1. As reported by PCGamesN, Boon explained in a Kommunity Chat following the game’s reveal that “Mortal Kombat 1 is the beginning of a universe” and “is not a continuation of the Mortal Kombat 11 story so the characters have completely different roles in this new timeline and we really wanted to punctuate that with our title.” “So this is Mortal Kombat 1, it is a brand new beginning, you’re…

Image: NetherRealm Studios/WB GamesNetherRealm’s Mortal Kombat franchise has a wide assortment of fan favorite characters that fans have gotten to know and love over various installments. The recent 2021 reboot movie was largely filled with classics like Sonya Blade, Scorpion, and Liu Kang, along with some fresh blood like (Lewis Tan’s Cole Young) or straight up D-listers like Nitara and Reiko. That film’s sequel is currently building out its roster, and its newest addition is a sizable fan favorite.Thanks, Last of Us.…

Mortal Kombat 1 is launching on September 18, and it’s looking to shake up the iconic series. NetherRealm Studios will be bringing players to a reborn universe that offers “reimagined versions of iconic characters” and boasts a brand-new story mode. Of course, the game is just as violent as ever--and if you’re excited to dive back into the bloody battlefield, you’ll be glad to know that Mortal Kombat 1 preorders are live now. Mortal Kombat 1 will be available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo…

NetherRealm and WB Games have announced Mortal Kombat 1, rebooting the popular fighting series, with new mechanics and game modes. Although specific details have not been disclosed, players can expect to encounter familiar characters and "Kameo Fighters" to assist them in battle. Additionally, the game retains its signature gory elements, as showcased in the teaser trailer.No it is not the Mortal Kombat 1 from 1992The new title will be set in the New Era timeline established by Liu Kang's ascension to godhood in Mortal…

Warner Bros. Games has finally announced Mortal Kombat 1, a reboot and reimagining of the universe that's been created by the Fire God Liu Kang. The fighting game is slated to release September 19 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X, and Nintendo Switch, and has also dropped a cinematic trailer offering glimpses at the characters' new looks, some brutal fatalities, and new Kameo Fighters. Pre-orders grant access to the powerful sorcerer Shang Tsung, alongside beta access in August, reserved exclusively for PS5 and Xbox Series S/X…