By Sagar V. Mankar Mortal Kombat 1 is getting a highly anticipated expansion titled “Khaos Reigns,” this September.
Announced by developer NetherRealm Studios at the San Diego Comic-Con 2024, this expansion is set to bring a whirlwind of new content to Mortal Kombat 1. Here’s what fans can look forward to:
- New story chapters
- Kombat Pack 2 featuring six new fighters
- Free update introducing Animality finishers
Who Are the New Fighters in Kombat Pack 2?
The lineup for Kombat Pack 2 is a mix of familiar faces and surprising guest characters:
Returning Mortal Kombat Characters:
- Noob Saibot
- Cyrax
- Sektor
Guest Characters:
- Ghostface (from the Scream franchise)
- Conan the Barbarian (Arnold Schwarzenegger version)
- T-1000 (from Terminator 2: Judgment Day)
What’s Different About the Returning Characters?
Three returning characters within the Mortal Kombat universe, have undergone significant changes in the new expansion.
- Noob Saibot was once known as Bi-Han, the original Sub-Zero from the Lin Kuei clan of warriors. He is connected to the new story’s antagonist, Titan Havik, who stole his soul and transformed him into Noob Saibot, a harbinger of chaos.
- Cyrax and Sektor, traditionally known as cyborgs, have also received new storylines in Mortal Kombat 1. Unlike previous iterations, both characters are now female in this universe.
- Cyrax is depicted as a martial arts prodigy from the Zaki (sub-clan of the Lin Kuei), while Sektor is a master armorer and trusted lieutenant of Sub-Zero.
How Does the New Story Expand the Mortal Kombat 1 Universe?
The “Khaos Reigns” expansion promises an all-new cinematic storyline that expands the Mortal Kombat 1 universe.
The plot revolves around the protagonist, Fire God Liu Kang, who is going to face a new threat – Titan Havik from an alternate timeline.
Titan Havik is a relentless villain intent on throwing the realms into chaos (or “khaos” as they spell it).
Liu Kang has to get help from both his friends and his enemies to stop Havik.
The story explores complex dynamics between the characters, offering rich backstories for each fighter. For instance, Sub-Zero’s transformation into Noob Saibot is a critical element of the narrative, showcasing his struggle and eventual allegiance to Titan Havik.
What’s New in Terms of Gameplay?
The free update accompanying Khaos Reigns will introduce fan-favorite Animality finishers.
Players will be able to transform into various animals to deliver brutal, gory finishes to their opponents. Imagine exploding your foe as a puffer fish or tearing them apart as a pack of wolves!
Who’s Voicing the New Characters?
NetherRealm has enlisted some talented voice actors for the new roster:
- Noob Saibot: Kaiji Tang
- Cyrax: Enuka Okuma
- Sektor: Erika Ishii
- Ghostface: Roger L. Jackson (reprising his role from the Scream films)
Interestingly, while Arnold Schwarzenegger’s likeness is used for Conan, he does not provide the voice for the character.
When Will the Khaos Reigns Expansion Be Available?
Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns, along with Kombat Pack 2, will be released on September 24th, 2024.
The expansion will be available across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).
Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot will be available at the launch of Khaos Reigns. The guest characters – Ghostface, Conan, and T-1000 – will be released at later dates.
How Does Khaos Reigns Compare to Previous DLC?
Khaos Reigns continues NetherRealm’s tradition of bringing crossover characters into the Mortal Kombat universe.
Kombat Pack 1 introduced characters like Homelander from The Boys, Peacemaker from DCEU, and Omni-Man from Invincible, alongside classic fighters like Quan Chi, Takeda, and Ermac.
Takeda Takahashi, the final character, is now available.
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