NetherRealm Studios, the developer behind Mortal Kombat 1, has unveiled exciting new content for the game, introducing the T-1000 as a DLC guest character and confirming Madam Bo as a DLC Kameo fighter. This update promises to rekindle the nostalgia of fans and introduce fresh gameplay dynamics.

The T-1000's gameplay trailer showcases a variety of attacks that pay homage to the iconic scenes from Terminator 2, including the use of blade and hook arms reminiscent of characters like Baraka and Kabal from the Mortal Kombat series. A standout moment in the trailer features the T-1000 transforming into a liquid metal blob, executing an uppercut that echoes the style of Killer Instinct’s Glacius.

Adding to the authenticity, the T-1000 is voiced by Robert Patrick, the original actor from the 1991 film. The teaser features Patrick's voice during a confrontation with Johnny Cage, culminating in a Fatality that recreates the thrilling truck chase from Terminator 2. In this Fatality, the T-1000 morphs out of the driver’s seat to unleash a barrage of bullets on Cage.

The T-1000 will be available for early access to Khaos Reigns owners starting March 18, with a general release for purchase on March 25. Madam Bo will also be accessible on March 18 as a free update for Khaos Reigns owners or as a standalone purchase.

As the final addition to the Khaos Reigns expansion, the T-1000 joins a roster that includes Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, Ghostface, and Conan the Barbarian. While fans speculate about the possibility of a third set of DLC characters or a Kombat Pack 3, questions linger about the game's sales performance.

Despite these uncertainties, Warner Bros. Discovery remains committed to the Mortal Kombat franchise. In November, CEO David Zaslav emphasized the company's intention to focus on four key titles, with Mortal Kombat being one of them.

Madam Bo joins Mortal Kombat 1 as a Kameo fighter.In September, Ed Boon, the head of Mortal Kombat development, confirmed that NetherRealm had chosen its next project three years earlier but reassured fans of continued support for Mortal Kombat 1.

Speculation abounds that NetherRealm might return to its DC fighting game series, Injustice, though neither the studio nor Warner Bros. has confirmed this. The Injustice series, starting with Injustice: Gods Among Us in 2013 and followed by Injustice 2 in 2017, has been a significant part of NetherRealm's portfolio. However, instead of alternating between Mortal Kombat and Injustice as previously expected, NetherRealm released Mortal Kombat 11 in 2019 and followed it with Mortal Kombat 1 in 2023.

In an interview with IGN in June 2023, Boon discussed the factors influencing the decision to focus on Mortal Kombat 1. He cited the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the transition to a newer version of the Unreal game engine as key reasons. Boon emphasized that while the team had to navigate these challenges, they remained committed to delivering another Mortal Kombat game and expressed hope for future Injustice titles.

When directly asked about the future of the Injustice franchise, Boon firmly stated, "Not at all," indicating that the door remains open for new developments in this beloved series.