It seems like only yesterday that Mortal Kombat 1 was announced during a Warner Bros. earning call. Now, the game is ready for release. Fans of the long-running franchise and the fighting game genre in general are ready to feast upon yet another serving of delightfully delicious carnage, with a healthy serving of blood on the side.
Before sinking their teeth into the game though, prospective buyers may be keen to learn more about Mortal Kombat 1, such as whether or not the game will support crossplay, which characters will be part of the roster, and when exactly they can start playing. Below, they'll find answers to all of these questions and more.
Mortal Kombat 1 Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: When does Mortal Kombat 1 release?
Mortal Kombat 1 will be released on September 19, 2023.
Q: Can I play Mortal Kombat 1 early?
Those who purchase the premium edition of Mortal Kombat 1 will get five days of early access, meaning they'll be able to start playing on September 14, 2023.
Q: What time Can I start playing Mortal Kombat 1?
Those with early access will be able to start playing at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT on September 14 or 2 a.m. on September 15 for those living in the UK. Although times for the full release are yet to be confirmed as of the time of writing, there's a good chance that they will follow suit. Alternatively, players may be able to start playing at midnight local time, as is the case with many other pre-order games.
Q: Can I preload Mortal Kombat 1?
According to the PlayStation store, players will be able to start preloading Mortal Kombat 1 48 hours before the early access period begins.
Q: How big is Mortal Kombat 1? (MK1 File Size)
According to Steam, players will need at least 100 GB of free hard drive space in order to download Mortal Kombat 1. The PS5 version of the game is even larger, clocking in at a monstrous 114.414 GB, while the Nintendo Switch version is a much more modest 31.3 GB.
Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 support crossplay?
Given that Mortal Kombat 11 boasts full crossplay support, many had assumed that MK1 would follow suit. However, all mentions of crossplay have been removed from NetherRealm's official Mortal Kombat 1 FAQ, and crossplay support was also removed from the game's Steam store listing. As a result, some are now expecting MK1 to launch without crossplay, with the functionality being added in some future update.
Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 have rollback netcode?
Yes. Mortal Kombat 1 is confirmed to have rollback netcode.
Q: How many characters will be available in Mortal Kombat 1?
Mortal Kombat 1 will launch with 24 playable characters, including fan-favorite Kombatants like Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, and Johnny Cage. Six more playable fighters will be added as part of the Kombat Pack DLC (Omni-Man, Quan Chi, Peacemaker, Ermac, Homelander, and Takeda).
Q: Which platforms will Mortal Kombat 1 be available on?
Mortal Kombat 1 will be available on PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X|S.
Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 be on Xbox Game Pass?
As of the time of writing, there is nothing to indicate that Mortal Kombat 1 will be available on Xbox Game Pass, either at launch or at any point in the future. However, as Mortal Kombat 11 is available on both Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus Extra, it's possible that Mortal Kombat 1 could someday come to one or even both of those services.
Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 be available on PS4 or Xbox One?
Officially, there are currently no plans to bring Mortal Kombat 1 to PS4 or Xbox One. That said, the Nintendo Switch version could presumably be ported to either platform, so it's possible that the game may come to last-gen consoles somewhere further down the line. Players really shouldn't hold their breath though.
Q: Is Mortal Kombat 1 a remake or a sequel?
Rather than a remake or a sequel, Mortal Kombat 1 serves as a reboot, with a brand-new storyline and reimagined versions of many of the franchise's most iconic characters.