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Mortal Kombat 1 has been making waves over the internet. The NetherRealm Studios title is gearing up for its launch later this year and fans are excited for it, to say the least. The studio is also not holding back from giving the MK fans what they want in-game.

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With the reveal of three new trailers and multiple DLC characters, the game has already become a fan favorite. Furthermore, the hype around the game has grown a lot due to the reveal of popular characters from other franchises making a debut in-game. All these factors have made the game a trending topic on the internet.

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Mortal Kombat trends on the internet, showing the hype around the game

Recently, series creator Ed Boon shared a tweet showing the hype around the game. He wrote, “Thank you San Diego KomicKon!!” while sharing the image of #MortalKombat1 trending on the internet. Along with Mortal Kombat, Boon’s tweet has also gone viral, with almost 200,000 users viewing it.

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This amount of hype for the game was thanks to the grand show NetherRealm Studios put forward at San Diego Comic-Con for the fans. The studio brought the roster of voice actors from MK1 to the panel along with developers who shared behind-the-scenes stories of the game’s development. Furthermore, Boon has promised three trailers for the fans to enjoy.

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In the meanwhile, fans are elated to find out more about the DLC fighters coming to the game. The reveal of Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-man as playable characters will surely bring in more fans. Multiple fans have hoarded under the tweet from Boon, thanking the studio for the stellar reveals.

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Fans shower praises at NetherRealm Studios for delivering on the expectations

Multiple fans have shared their positive reactions to the array of new characters revealed by the studio. And they have flocked to the comments section to give their reactions.

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However, some fans feel there are not enough female combatants in-game. But it can be speculated that the developers are waiting to reveal the complete roster at the game’s launch.

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Mortal Kombat 1 is gearing up to launch on September 19, 2023, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. What are your thoughts on the developers keeping the hype train running for this game? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Ajitesh Rawat is a WNBA and College Basketball Writer at EssentiallySports, where he leads the outlet’s Strategy Desk. With a research-driven approach and a reader-first mindset shaped during his stint as a Content Analyst, he covers the mechanics of the game with depth and precision. From injury reports and roster depth charts to player trades and transfer portal moves, Ajitesh brings clarity to the decisions that shape outcomes. Known for highlighting under-covered talent across the women’s game, his reporting has also earned him a spot in ES’ Journalistic Excellence Program. Beyond basketball, Ajitesh’s versatility has seen him spearhead LPGA and LIV Golf coverage while contributing to esports and FPS gaming guides, a reflection of his background as both a game developer and digital strategist. That unique blend of technical expertise and editorial instinct allows him to navigate fast-moving sports landscapes while connecting fans to the tactical and cultural undercurrents driving the games they love.

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