Mortal Kombat 1: Choosing Your Character
Want to know which Mortal Kombat 1 character you should pick? With the Mortal Kombat 1 release date fast approaching, it's time to decide who you'll be bringing to the battle. The NetherRealm Studios team has been revealing more information and footage as we get closer to launch, showcasing the various ways you'll be able to dominate your enemies during the first MK game in years.
The Kameo system has been a big part of the Mortal Kombat 1 reveal – it introduces the ability to summon allies from the Mortal Kombat universe for assistance. We've seen the gameplay for it, and we know exactly which characters you can expect to be able to call in. With a refined version of the cast from Mortal Kombat 11 in store, as well as potential expansions and DLC characters in the future, here's a look at the confirmed roster of Mortal Kombat 1 characters so far.
Mortal Kombat 1 Confirmed Characters
The confirmed Mortal Kombat 1 roster is as follows:
While there may be more characters revealed before the game's release, these are the fighters we know of so far. Each character has been reimagined, giving old favorites a fresh feel while retaining their core traits. With the potential for more DLC characters in the future, there are also plenty of character variants to choose from. You can pair the variant with themselves, creating interesting dynamics – for example, Kung Lao with Deadly Alliance Kung Lao. Additionally, there are unique Kameo characters that you can't select as your main fighter. Here's a look at all the variants and Kameo characters confirmed for the Mortal Kombat 1 roster so far:
Don't forget that one exclusive character is available as a pre-order bonus. The tournament hosting and soul-snatching sorcerer is available to those who pre-order Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1 Kameo Characters
There are a number of confirmed Kameo characters, the entire main roster and various character variants.
As there are a lot of characters, we won't list every variant and unique Kameo character here. Stay updated with the latest gaming news by subscribing to the PC Gamer Newsletter.
