Pre-orders for the fighting game go live on May 19th at 10 AM PST and include beta access and Shang Tsung as a playable character.
NetherRealm Studios’ Mortal Kombat 1 launches on September 19th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Per the official website, it’s set in a “reborn” universe created by Fire God Liu Kang and features a new fighting system, game modes and Fatalities. Check out the announcement trailer below.
The roster features “Kameo” fighting partners who will assist in battle and a new story with classic Mortal Kombat characters as “you’ve never seen them before.” In the trailer, Mileena, Kitana Sub-Zero, and Scorpion are seen, with potential tag-team combat teased.
Pricing has yet to be announced, but pre-orders start on May 19th at 10 AM PT and net Shang Tsung as a playable character and beta access. According to leaker @billbil_kun, the Standard Edition on Xbox Series X/S and PS5 will cost $70, while the Nintendo Switch version will retail for $60. There will also be a Premium Edition for $110 and a current-gen exclusive Kollector’s Edition for $250.
