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WithMortal Kombat 1’s release, people naturally have questions about the game and what they can expect from it. Because of that, it’s good to reference a frequently asked questions (FAQs) guide to help you get those answers quickly in one place.
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As you go through the questions, you may learn more about the game, what you can expect from the various editions, and other points that you’ll naturally wonder about. Our answers will also allow you to check some details before you buy it. With that in mind, feel free to go through any of these points to get the information you need.
What Are The Differences Between The Mortal Kombat 1 Editions?
You havethree different versions of Mortal Kombat 1you can purchase from the website:Standard, Premium, and Kollector’s.
The Kombat pack on its own costs $39.99 USD, and will include Omni-Man, Peacemaker, Homelander, Quan Chi, Ermac, and Takeda. The Kameo Fighters are Tremor, Mavado, Johnny Cage, Ferra, and Khameleon.
With that in mind, if you intend to get all the DLC characters, purchase the Premium Version, since you’ll get the most value out of the purchase.Go with the Kollector’s Edition if you want all the extra physical collectibles.
Both the standard and premium editions are available physically or digitally.
Are There Differences Between The Platforms?
You can purchase Mortal Kombat 1 forPC, PS5, Xbox Series S and X, and Nintendo Switch. They’reall the same regarding content, though the Nintendo Switch is considerably weaker regarding graphics due to the machine’s specs, so be warned.
The PS5 and Xbox Series X and S versions hold up considerably well and run smoothly.If you have a powerful PC, it’s the best way to playthe game.
Does Mortal Kombat 1 Have Cross-Play?
No,Mortal Kombat 1 doesn’t have cross-play. It could change with an update in the future, though there hasn’t been an official announcement.
Why Is It Called Mortal Kombat 1 And Not Mortal Kombat 12?
The reason for this includesspoilers for the previous games, so skip this section if you don’t want to read them.
If you are happy to be spoiled, or already know the MK11 ending then read below for the answer to this question.
Contains spoilers for Mortal Kombat 11’s Ending
While the game technically takes place after Mortal Kombat 11,Liu Kang became the Keeper of Time and can create different timelines. With that power, he reset the universe and redesigned it to make it better.
Because of that, characters are in different circumstances and relationships. Since it’s a reset to the timeline, the game is called Mortal Kombat 1 to indicate thatit’s a new starting point for the series. Because of that, you can jump in without knowing too much about the previous games.
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What Game Modes Are In Mortal Kombat 1?
When you go to the Main Menu, you’ll come across multiple sections that lead to various game modes for you to enjoy:Kampaign, Versus, Kustomize, Learn, and Extras.
How Do I Access The Jean-Claude Van Damme Skin And Shang Tsung?
If you want to use the Jean-Claude Van Damme skin, you need togo to the Kustomize menu and choose Fighters. You’ll pickJohnny Cage, then pickPalettes.
You’ll seea skin without glasses or a shirtand bandages on the armslabeled JCVD. Select it, andequip the palette coloryou want. you’re able to alsolabel them as favorite itemsto have them randomly selected when you pick Randomized Favorites.
If you have access toShang Tsung,he’llappear in all the standard game modes, such as Tower, Invasion, Versus, and more. He’s located in thebottom-left cornerof the character select screen.
Can I Get The JCVD Skin And Shang Tsung Even If I Didn’t Pre-order The Game?
The Jean-Claude Van Damme skin wasn’t a pre-order bonus, so yougain access to it by purchasing the Premium or Kollector’s Edition, so go with those if you really want the skin. It comes withcustom voice linesfrom the actor himself.
As forShang Tsung, he was a pre-order bonus, but isn’t locked away forever.You can pay $7.99 USD to get the character, and he’s available on day one.
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What Accessibility Features Does Mortal Kombat 1 Offer, And How Do I Access Them?
The accessibility features in Mortal Kombat 1 are split into various categories:Visual, Communication, Audio Mix, Audio Effects, Extra Audio Feedback, and Gameplay Assistance.
InVisual,you can accessScreen Reader, which reads all the text on screen, so you don’t have to read it, and it comes with a volume level.The game also hasScreen Reader active when you turn on the game for the first time. It’ll give you the option tokeep it active or to turn it off, ensuring people who need it won’t face any issues when they first turn on the game.
You can alsoadd Descriptive Audio, which adds subtitles describing what’s happening in Story Mode.
you’re able to also choose betweenthree colorblind options: Deuteranopia, Protanopia, and Tritanopia, along with one to ten for color blindness intensity.
Next, you haveCommunication,which includes Speech to Text. This means if someone talks with you through voice chat, you can transcribe it to text. It includesKeyboard to Speech, which lets you type out your messages to others.
ThePrimary Audio Mixallows you to adjust the sound effects for each individual sound type. Detailed Audio Mix applies togame-related sound effects to help you hear them. This includes Hit/Block noises, special moves, the HUB, and more.
This then goes toExtra Audio Feedback, whichlets you add sound cues for different visuals on screen. These noises include Health Bars, when people duck, how far you are from the enemy, and more. Finally, you canturn on or off the Test Your Might segmentsin Story Mode.
In short, there are plenty of options tohelp people who suffer from hearing or vision impairment. TheAccessibility Featuresare all in theSettings menu on the Main Menu. Select it, scroll down to Accessibility, and you can adjust them accordingly.
