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Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Mortal Kombat 1 DLC is officially over as developer teases next project
NetherRealm has confirmed there will be no more DLC characters for Mortal Kombat 1 following disappointing sales. Mortal Kombat is still the best-selling fighting game franchise in the world, but the latest entry fell short of its usual sales expectations. The latest game, titled Mortal Kombat 1, was a reboot of the series set in a new timeline, where classic characters like Raiden, Sub-Zero, and Johnny Cage possessed reworked origin stories and aesthetics. While the game itself was mechanically solid, it clearly didn't connect with fans in the same way as its predecessor, Mortal Kombat 11. The latter managed to sell over 15 million copies during its lifetime, whereas Mortal Kombat 1, as of January this year, has sold 5 million. After rumours emerged last year of an early cut to DLC support, developer NetherRealm has confirmed there will be no more extra characters or expansions for Mortal Kombat 1. 'We are hearing players' requests for continued game support of Mortal Kombat 1, and, while we will continue to support Mortal Kombat 1 through balance adjustments and fixes, there will not be additional DLC characters or story chapters released from this point on,' a post on X reads. 'We understand this will be disappointing for fans, but our team at NetherRealm needs to shift focus to the next project in order to make it as great as we possibly can.' We are hearing players' requests for continued game support of Mortal Kombat 1, and, while we will continue to support Mortal Kombat 1 through balance adjustments and fixes, there will not be additional DLC characters or story chapters released from this point on. — Mortal Kombat 1 (@MortalKombat) May 23, 2025 The last DLC character for Mortal Kombat 1 was the T-1000 from Terminator 2: Judgement Day, which rolled out in March following last year's Khaos Reigns expansion. Earlier this month, a definitive edition combining all the DLC was released. NetherRealm hasn't announced what its next project actually is, but a dataminer recently suggested the studio is working on the next entry in the Injustice franchise. multiversus shutting down is an injustice, then doing it all again is another injusticeleaving me without any leaks is yet again another injustice — MultiverSusie (@multiversusie) May 17, 2025 In a post on X earlier this month, dataminer MultiverSusie, who is known for MultiVersus leaks, wrote: 'MultiVersus shutting down is an injustice, then doing it all again is another injustice. Leaving me without any leaks is yet again another Injustice. 3.' More Trending If true, this would be the first entry in the series since 2017's Injustice 2. The series takes place in an alternate reality within the DC Universe, where Superman has become an evil tyrant, and features a roster of fighters ranging from Wonder Woman to Black Adam. Prior to Injustice, NetherRealm developed a DC crossover fighter titled Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe, which was released in 2008 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Rumours of a new Injustice game have floated around for years, but the timing might be right for a new instalment to coincide with DC's revamped cinematic universe, which starts with Superman this summer. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Nintendo Direct set for around Switch 2 launch claims insider MORE: The Last Of Us season 2 was a mixed bag and I'm worried about season 3 MORE: Resident Evil 9 began as 'open world multiplayer game' as insider reveals scrapped sequel
News18
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Megan Thee Stallion's Anime Fantasy Comes to Life in Los Angeles
This summer, Megan Thee Stallion is inviting a select group of fans into her anime dreamworld—an electrifying, immersive experience that blends cosplay, gaming, food, and full-throttle fun. Designed to reflect her deep love for Japanese culture and anime, the Otaku Hottie Quest is set to take place on June 12 in Los Angeles, where twelve guests will step into a neon-lit playground of style, competition, and creativity—all curated by the rap superstar herself. Guests will dress in custom anime-inspired school uniforms, race through a team 'floor is lava" challenge, and go head-to-head in a Mortal Kombat 1 battle—all while collecting exclusive charms from Megan for their performance and flair. The day also includes a cooking session featuring Megan's personal ramen recipe, a taste of her signature tequila, and a final surprise loot box reveal that caps off the Otaku transformation. And yes, Megan will be there in person, hyping up her crew and handing out special rewards.
CNN
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
‘Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition' enters the arena
A new 'Mortal Kombat 1' collection, space-sailing adventure 'Void Sails,' and Nordic folklore-inspired 'Spirit of the North 2' are playable now. Rick Damigella reports.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mortal Kombat 2 director teases the return of characters that were killed in the first movie: "There are ways to bring dead characters back"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. As the first look at Karl Urban's Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 2 just dropped, we also got another big update about the upcoming sequel. The confirmed cast includes two returning stars, Josh Lawson and Max Huang, even though their characters, Kano and Kung Lao, were killed in the 2021 movie. Ed Boon, Mortal Kombat co-creator and head of gaming developer NetherRealm Studios, teased the surprising return of these characters during an interview with Entertainment Weekly, and offered a mysterious explanation. "I can say Josh Lawson doesn't play Kano's twin," Boon clarified, while pointing at the Mortal Kombat lore from the video games to argue how this storyline could make sense in the story. "We've killed a number of characters who are in Mortal Kombat 1 and our latest games. So we deal with spirits and the NetherRealm and things like that. There are ways to bring dead characters back," he added. Along with Lawson's Kano and Huang's Lao, Mortal Kombat 2 features the return of Lewis Tan's Cole Young, Hiroyuki Sanada's Scorpion, and Jessica McNamee's Sonya Blade, with Jade (Tati Gabrielle), Queen Sindel (Ana Thu Nguyen), and Quan Chi (Damon Herriman) joining the cast for the first time. The team behind the ultra-violent sequel worked to "maximize everything", to "just build on where we were and then make it significantly more intense, bigger in scale, bigger in variation, bigger across the board really as a cinematic experience," director Simon McQuoid told EW. "We go to lots of different realms, so that in itself gives the film a very distinct and varied visual approach," McQuoid continued, adding about the vision of the upcoming film: "What I realized was go bigger, go bolder, don't hold back, and really feed off the history of Mortal Kombat more. Just let it rip, and that's what we've done." Mortal Kombat 2 is set to be released in cinemas on October 24, 2025. For more, check out the other upcoming video game movies coming your way very soon.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Avowed's Best Weapon Combos And More Of The Week's Top Tips
This week, we've got a host of Avowed tips to help you make the most of your sojourn to the Living Lands. We've also got some pointers for mastering Magik in Marvel Rivals, and for defeating Mortal Kombat 1's new pink-clad ninja boss, Floyd. (Get it?) Click on for these tips and more. Avowed has a wide variety of weapons that you can mix and match in any way you wish, ideal for shaping the game to your whim as you work your way through The Living Lands. With so many build combinations you have tons of freedom in how you approach combat—and then double it because you have two loadouts, giving you the ability to really change things up on the fly. - Billy Givens Read More Role-playing games are known to be lengthy adventures that can keep you busy for weeks, months, or years, some totalling well over 100 hours. As such, it's not surprising you'd want to know just how long you'll be spending in Obsidian Entertainment's newest RPG, Avowed, and whether it's worth your time and money. If you're curious about how long it will take to beat this exciting RPG, we'll fill you in on what to expect below. - Billy Givens Read More If you were to watch any trailers or marketing material for Obsidian's role-playing hit Avowed, it would be perfectly reasonable to assume the game is strictly a first-person affair. With this focus on first-person melee combat in every video around, you may be shocked to hear that it actually provides a third-person option as well. Here's how to switch to third-person in Avowed, and whether it gains you any advantages. - Billy Givens Read More For those who like the smell of gunpowder during their trip through The Living Lands, there are a lot of great pistols to find in Avowed. Snagging the best one, though, will have to wait until you're in the game's final region, Galawain's Tusks. The Magic Pistol may have a generic name, but it's a damn fine weapon to keep on your hip. Here's what to know about the Magic Pistol and where to find it. - Billy Givens Read More Avowed features three starting classes, each focused on specific archetypes that most role-playing fans are certain to recognize. While you can mix and match abilities between these different classes throughout your adventure, picking the one that appeals most to you can have a significant impact on your early hours in the game. Here are the basics of each starting class in Avowed. - Billy Givens Read More If you haven't kept up with Mortal Kombat 1 in recent weeks, you've probably missed the new character that's whipped the fanbase into a frenzy. No, I'm not talking about the Conan the Barbarian DLC fighter that's been pretty overshadowed by all this. I'm talking about a pink ninja named Floyd who's been added as a hidden boss. Also, yeah, he's totally named after the band Pink Floyd. - Samuel Moreno Read More The Space-Time Smackdown expansion is a few weeks old now in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, and it has shifted the game's competitive landscape by leaps and bounds. Up to this point, Psychic decks have ruled the roost. Mewtwo ex, combined with the Energy generation of Gardevoir, inflicted such high burst damage that it held fast as one of the game's most dangerous cards since launch. Now it seems Mewtwo ex's meta-dominating days will come to an end, as another card has quickly overtaken its throne. - Timothy Monbleau Read More One of the earliest quests you'll receive in Avowed is 'Message From Afar,' which sends you to the northwestern corner of Dawnshore to explore the Strangleroot. Here, you'll face off against a fearsome bear, meet a new NPC, and ultimately have a fresh conversation with the Voice you've been hearing in your head. - Billy Givens Read More If you're the kind of person who likes ripping through baddies with an axe, you'll probably enjoy Avowed's selection of skull-splitters. There are quite a few solid choices to wield, but Drawn in Winter—which can be obtained early in the game—is an incredible option to run with, good through the entire adventure. Here's what you need to know about Drawn in Winter and where to find it. - Billy Givens Read More Many of the Marvel Rivals Duelists settle in nicely into specific roles. Psylocke functions perfectly as an assassin while Hawkeye is meant to be used at range. But if you're looking for an easy-to-pick-up hero with more flexibility, there is plenty of fun to be had with Magik. - Samuel Moreno Read More For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
