Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition Arrives Amidst Fan Concerns Over Support
The brutal battles of Mortal Kombat 1 reach their most complete form yet with the release of the Definitive Edition. Available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, this package bundles the base game with all previously released DLC, including the Khaos Reigns story expansion, Kombat Packs 1 & 2, and a host of skins and extras. But as the arena gates swing open for this ultimate edition, some fans are voicing concerns about the future of the game's support.
For $69.99 (or $59.99 for Nintendo Switch), players can dive into the full Mortal Kombat 1 experience, featuring a massive roster of fighters, including returning favorites and crossover characters like Omni-Man, Peacemaker, and Ghostface. The Definitive Edition also brings back Animalities, the fan-favorite finishing moves that transform fighters into their spirit animals for gruesome K.O.s. Movie-inspired skins for characters like Johnny Cage, Kitana, Scorpion, and Sub-Zero add a touch of Hollywood flair to the brutal showdowns.
Here's a breakdown of what's included:
- Mortal Kombat 1 Main Game
- Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Story Expansion
- Kombat Pack Fighters: Quan Chi, Ermac, Takeda Takahashi, Omni-Man, Peacemaker, Homelander
- Kombat Pack Kameo Fighters: Tremor, Khameleon, Janet Cage, Mavado, Ferra
- Kombat Pack 2 Fighters: Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, Ghostface, Conan the Barbarian, T-1000 Terminator
- Kombat Pack 2 Kameo Fighter: Madam BoShang Tsung Fighter
- Mortal Kombat II Movie Skins (Outfits): Johnny Cage, Shao Kahn, Kitana, Scorpion
- Mortal Kombat (2021) Movie Skin (Outfit): Sub-Zero
- Tournament Liu Kang Character Skin (Outfit)
- Jean-Claude Van Damme Character Skin (Voice, Likeness, Outfit) for Johnny Cage
- Wedding Scorpion & Empress Mileena Character Skins (Outfits)
- Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 Character Skins (Outfits): Sub-Zero & Noob Saibot
- Animality Finishing Moves
- 1,250 Dragon Krystals (In-Game Currency)
Existing Mortal Kombat 1 owners can upgrade to the Definitive Edition for $59.99, gaining access to all the additional content. However, the arrival of this complete package has sparked concerns among fans about whether NetherRealm Studios will continue to support the game with new content. Despite Ed Boon's previous assurances of long-term support, the release of the Definitive Edition mirrors the support cycle of Mortal Kombat 11, which received its final DLC two years after launch.
"I'm not gonna lie," one Reddit user lamented, "I think I'm done with NRS for a while. They did this with MK11 and I was hoping it was just a one-time thing and they'd learn their lesson. It’s my fault for giving them benefit of the doubt. Never again."
The potential end of support raises questions about NetherRealm's next project. Will it be a new entry in the Mortal Kombat franchise, a sequel to Injustice, or a completely new IP? The studio has remained tight-lipped about its future plans.
Whether you're a seasoned kombatant or a newcomer to the franchise, the Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition offers a comprehensive and brutal fighting experience. But will it be the final chapter for this iteration of Mortal Kombat? Only time will tell. What are your thoughts on the Definitive Edition and the future of Mortal Kombat 1? Share your opinions in the comments below!
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