The new part of the legendary fighting game series Mortal Kombat was named “Mortal Kombat 1” and caused a lot of questions from fans. Series creator Ed Boone, in the latest video on the official Mortal Kombat channel on YouTube, explained why he had chosen this name and what it means for the game and the “Mortal Kombat” universe.

Ed Boone stressed that “Mortal Kombat 1” is not a continuation of the story told in Mortal Kombat 11. In the new game, the characters get entirely new roles in the timeline. He noted that the main purpose was to emphasize this fact and draw attention to the game’s title changes. “Mortal Kombat 1 represents a completely new beginning, where characters will be introduced anew with new roles and relationships. This was the main reason for the choice of the game’s title.

In addition, Ed Boone said that his team has been working on the new game longer than on any previous project in the history of the series. This demonstrates the thorough work on the gameplay, graphics and other aspects that will provide an unforgettable experience for the fans.

Mortal Kombat 1 is scheduled for release on September 19, 2023 on all current platforms. Owners of the Collector’s Edition will be able to play a few days before the official release, which is an added bonus for fans of the series.