Christopher and Toasty are joined by cosplayer Christina Rose, Kamidogu writer Nicole Hidalgo and YouTuber TotalMK to discuss Mortal Kombat 1’s playable kombatants and Kameo fighters ahead of the game’s official release this week.
Born in New Orleans, Larnell Stovall is a gifted martial artist, stuntman and actor who has lent his talents to a number of big productions. His involvement in film is mainly behind the scenes, having worked on both Mortal Kombat: Rebirth and Mortal Kombat: Legacy web series as a fight choreographer and stunt coordinator alongside director Kevin Tancharoen.
It’s another glorious day for Mortal Kombat fans, with a number of popular additions unveiled at Gamescom 2023. Presenter Geoff Keighley was joined on-stage by Ed Boon on opening night to introduce a brand new Mortal Kombat 1 trailer, titled “Rulers of Outworld.” Described by Boon as their craziest trailer of all, it opens to a chariot being pulled along during a street celebration honouring the memory of Sindel’s late husband King Jerrod. Liu Kang narrates the clip, stating that although Earthrealm and Outworld are at peace, some Outworlders would prefer the realms to be at war. Cut to General…
Samantha Win is a Canadian actress and martial artist with rich Chinese heritage, best known for her portrayal of Kitana in 2013’s Mortal Kombat: Legacy web series. Samantha started training in martial arts at the age of 4, beginning with Jiu Jitsu and eventually moving on to Wushu. Her love of martial arts would see her compete and win multiple medals at national, pan-American and international levels, including a stint representing Canada at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Mortal Kombat 1’s beta is only a few days away from being unleashed, and we aren’t the only ones eager to get our hands on it. Set to run from Friday 18 August (8am PDT / 11am EDT) until Monday 21 August (8am PDT / 11am EDT), the beta will feature six playable kombatants (Liu Kang, Sub-Zero, Kenshi, Kitana, Johnny Cage and Li Mei) and four Kameo fighters (Kano, Sonya, Jax and Frost). Johnny Cage’s Mansion and the Fengjian Teahouse will be the two arenas in which players can do battle. Unfortunately the beta is limited to PlayStation 5 and…
Brazilian gaming retailer Cadê Meu Jogo has leaked what is believed to be the final box art for Mortal Kombat 1 ahead of its release next month. While the artwork has since been removed from all product listings, it is plastered all over social media and reveals a yet-to-be-announced single player mode called “Invasions” (if Google Translate is to be believed). Those looking for a separate single-player experience will no doubt be among the first to delve into the new mode, which seemingly allows players to traverse multiple realms and face off against seasonal threats. A single screenshot accompanies the…
Episode two of the Kombat Kast is set to air tomorrow across multiple platforms, including YouTube, Twitch and TikTok. Streamed live directly from NetherRealm Studios’ headquarters in Chicago, the show is set to begin at 10am PT / 12pm CT and will focus on three recently announced kombatants, namely Smoke, Ashrah and Geras. Who are you most looking forward to checking out? Be sure to join our incredible kommunity by joining our Discord server (partnered with the Netherkast) and following us on our social media accounts, which include Twitter, Instagram, Threads and YouTube.
Following today’s hype Mortal Kombat 1 trailer at EVO 2023, NetherRealm Studios have released a multitude of screenshots. Titled “The Banished,” the clip shows the return of fan-favourite Syzoth, the Zaterran warrior better known as Reptile. Fans purportedly screamed with joy the entire time, with 3D era favourites Ashrah, Havik and Sareena also joining the roster (although Sareena joins as a Kameo instead of a fully-fledged fighter). If social media is anything to go by, excitement is about to hit fever pitch. Be sure to join our incredible kommunity by joining our Discord server (partnered with the Netherkast) and following…
Brian Glynn is an American bodybuilder and entrepreneur who famously portrayed Shao Kahn in Mortal Kombat II, Mortal Kombat 3 and beyond. A man of many talents, Brian went on to play the Water God in Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero, as well as Warhead in Midway’s War Gods alongside Kerri Hoskins.
The official Mortal Kombat 1 biography for Geras has been released via Mortal Kombat’s official Twitter page, providing further insight into his backstory. Subtitled “Sentinel of the Hourglass,” Geras was reconstructed by Liu Kang in the new era to aid in his mission to restore peace to the realms. With Kronika meeting her end in Mortal Kombat 11, he must identify the new mastermind behind the plot to thwart Liu Kang’s efforts. What are your thoughts on Geras’ new design and story arc in Mortal Kombat 1? Be sure to join our incredible kommunity by joining our Discord server (partnered…
