The first two entries of NetherRealm's trilogy used X-Ray moves which were replaced by Fatal Blows in the most recent game from 2019. Judging from the recent announcement trailer, Mortal Kombat 1 looks to be much faster than the likes of Mortal Kombat 11, embodying the speed of what we saw with Mortal Kombat X back in 2015. True to series tradition, that will mean dedicated block, throw, and stance switching buttons, as well as dial-in combos, three-input special moves, and fatalities of course. While it's currently unknown exactly how Mortal Kombat 1 will play, it's likely to be an iteration over the past trilogy of NetherRealm-developed fighting games. The gore looks to be a lot less cartoony than what we saw with Mortal Kombat 11 in 2019, striking a balance between the grit and bloodshed of Mortal Kombat X with the brighter colors and vibrancy of Mortal Kombat (2011). There's a real focus on environmental lighting and we're personally thrilled with the new look of some of the series favorites here. It's difficult to comment on Mortal Kombat 1's art style as this is a cinematic trailer but if it is anything to go by then the game will be truly gorgeous. Clear inspiration has been taken from the Mortal Kombat movie from 2021 with a more grounded style and flair, especially in regards to Shang Tsung who bares a striking resemblance to actor Chin Han from the film. The first trailer has shown off what some of the biggest names in the franchise will look like including Liu Kang himself, as well as Kung Lao, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Kitana, Mileena, and Shang Tsung. It's a smart choice if you ask us as it gives the series a chance to go back to its roots without the hard reset that was needed when Mortal Kombat rebooted back in 2011. As expected, the title follows on from the events of Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath from 2020, which saw Fire God Liu Kang defeat Shang Tsung and Kronika to reset the convoluted timeline and bring free will to the remade EarthRealm (and presumably OutWorld, too). The cinematic announcement trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 debuted on May 18 which gives us our first proper look at the game.
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