FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A: Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest title in the acclaimed Mortal Kombat videogame franchise developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios. The game introduces a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe that has been created by the Fire God Liu Kang, featuring reimagined versions of iconic characters as they’ve never been seen before.

A: All versions of Mortal Kombat 1 were built on NetherRealm Studios technology with oversight by NetherRealm. The NetherRealm team developed the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game.

QLOC developed the Steam and Epic Games Store versions of the game. Shiver Entertainment and Saber Interactive developed the Nintendo Switch version of the game.

A: Mortal Kombat 1 is published by Warner Bros. Games.

A: Mortal Kombat 1 is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Game Store).

A: The Mortal Kombat 1 main game is available physically and digitally for $49.99 (SRP) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and $39.99 (SRP) for Nintendo Switch.

A: The Kombat Pack is available digitally as a separate purchase for $29.99 (SRP) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), and $19.99 (SRP) for Nintendo Switch. The Kombat Pack includes six downloadable content (DLC) characters (Quan Chi, Ermac, Takeda Takahashi, Omni-Man, Peacemaker, and Homelander), five Kameo Fighters (Tremor, Khameleon, Janet Cage, Mavado, and Ferra), and the Jean-Claude Van Damme character skin for Johnny Cage.

A: Mortal Kombat 1 features reimagined versions of iconic characters as they’ve never been seen before, including Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Johnny Cage, Kenshi, Smoke, Rain, Li Mei, Tanya, Baraka, Geras, Reptile, Ashrah, Havik, General Shao, Sindel, Reiko, and Nitara. Additional characters are available as separate purchases, including Shang Tsung and the six DLC characters in the Kombat Pack (Quan Chi, Ermac, Takeda Takahashi, Omni-Man, Peacemaker, and Homelander).

A: Kameo Fighters are a unique roster of partner characters to assist during matches, creating expanded gameplay possibilities for players. These characters are chosen separately from the main roster of fighters.

A: Mortal Kombat 1 includes single-player and multiplayer modes. NetherRealm’s genre-defining Story mode returns with a brand-new cinematic narrative featuring unexpected twists on klassic rivalries and original backstories for the wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters. The game also features the debut of a single-player experience called Invasions, a progression-based mode where gamers can traverse the realms via an interactive map, experiment with different character builds, and complete numerous challenges to earn a variety of rewards, all built on a themed six-week seasonal schedule.

Additionally, players looking to test their skills can partake in online multiplayer modes, including the ability to matchmake against other players in Ranked Kombat League and Kasual Versus Online matches, join public or private King of the Hill lobbies, and invite friends for Private Versus matches. Krossplay and Kross-progression features are available on supported platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Local Versus matches are also available for players to face off against challengers.

A: An internet connection is not required to play Mortal Kombat 1, although players will need to be connected to the internet to experience certain modes and features, including Invasions and online multiplayer matches.

A: PlayStation Plus subscription, Game Pass Core, or Nintendo Switch Online membership is not required to play Mortal Kombat 1 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch consoles. However, a PlayStation Plus subscription, Game Pass Core membership, or Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online multiplayer.

A: Yes, Mortal Kombat 1 has rollback netcode to support online gameplay.

A: Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns is an all-new expansion, featuring the next phase in the genre-defining Story mode centered around peace and anarchy, along with the addition of six playable fighters within Kombat Pack 2.

A: Kombat Pack 2 features six new playable characters, including returning kombatants Cyrax, Sektor and Noob Saibot (available now) who have unique backstories as part of the reimagined Mortal Kombat 1 Universe, along with a new batch of guest fighters in Ghost Face, T‑1000, and Conan the Barbarian. Release timing for guest fighters will be announced at a later date.

All owners of the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, and Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection will be granted immediate access to Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot, and one-week early access to the three guest fighters. Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot will each be available for separate purchase beginning Oct. 15.

A: Kombat Pack 2 is not available as a standalone character bundle. It is only available as part of the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion or Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, or Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection.

A: The cinematic Story mode expansion expansion is only available as part of the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, or Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection. It is not available as a standalone purchase.

A: Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns is available now as a digital upgrade for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC (Steam & Epic Games Store).

A: Players who own the Mortal Kombat 1 base game can purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $49.99 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $39.99 (SRP).

Players who own the Mortal Kombat 1 main game can also purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $59.99 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $49.99, which includes the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion and access to the previous Kombat Pack.

New players can purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $89.99 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $79.99, which includes the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion and access to the Mortal Kombat 1 main game, previous Kombat Pack, and 1,250 Dragon Krystals (in-game currency).

A: The Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, and Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection is available for digital purchase only.

A: Players must own the Mortal Kombat 1 main game to access the Khaos Reigns content. Current Mortal Kombat 1 owners can purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion or the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle. New players can purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection, which includes the Mortal Kombat 1 main game, along with the previous Kombat Pack and 1,250 Dragon Krystals.

A: The Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion is not required to access Animalities. The fan-favorite finishing moves that allow characters to morph into their spirit animal to annihilate defeated opponents are available now as a free content update for all Mortal Kombat 1 owners.