Get ready for the most brutal and thrilling Mortal Kombat ever! Warner Bros. Games (@wbgames) and NetherRealm Studios (@MK_NetherRealm) have revealed the first gameplay trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 (@MortalKombat), the latest chapter in the legendary videogame saga. Watch as your favorite fighters unleash their signature moves and devastating fatalities, and discover the new Kameo Fighter system that lets you summon powerful allies into the fray.

Mortal Kombat 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities! Choose from a unique roster of Kameo fighting partners to assist you in battle and fight through a brand-new story like you’ve never seen before.

The video showcases the dynamic in-game action through a variety of characters and bone-krushing kombat, while also spotlighting the new Kameo Fighter system which brings a unique roster of characters into the mix to assist during matches – all set against the backdrop of an original track entitled “Fatal (Mortal Kombat 1)” by Grammy-nominated artist ZHU.

The trailer also provides a fresh look at several legendary fighters, along with narrative hints about their backgrounds that offer a glimpse into what the Mortal Kombat 1 story holds. Liu Kang has restarted history by crafting a New Era for the sake of peace, while Mileena, twin sister of Kitana and rightful heir to Outworld’s throne, has been infected by a dreaded and lethal disease. Lin Kuei warriors and brothers Scorpion and Sub-Zero fight for the future of the clan, while Earthrealm champions Raiden and Kung Lao fight for family and honor. Johnny Cage, who is more concerned with staying relevant in the eyes of his fans, fights for his own vanity. The main roster is also joined by Kenshi Takahashi, who is on a quest to retrieve the revered sword, Sento, and restore his family’s name.

Additionally, the video features various Kameo Fighters, such as Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Sonya Blade, Kano, Goro, Kung Lao, Stryker, and Jackson “Jax” Briggs. Each Kameo Fighter is based on a klassic version of the character pulled from over 30 years of Mortal Kombat history and are shown performing offensive and support-based moves, including devastating Fatal Blows, brutal Fatalities, and defensive Breakers.

All Mortal Kombat 1 pre-orders will receive Shang Tsung as an in-game playable character, and those who pre-order the game for Xbox Series X|S or PlayStation 5 will also receive access to the Mortal Kombat 1 Pre-Order Beta, which will be available in August 2023.

Mortal Kombat 1 (2023) launches on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on Tuesday, September 19th, 2023.

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