Summary
An update forMortal Kombat 1has just been issued that makes several changes, including adding the option to pin a move to the display.Mortal Kombat 1launched on September 19 and fans already have a lengthy list of quality-of-life improvements and feature additions they’d like to see. The ability to pin a move to the HUD allows players to more easily attempt the move in combat and cuts down theMortal Kombat 1learning curve. That’s just one of many changes in this newMortal Kombatupdate.
Modern fighting games have seen dramatic improvements compared to even several years ago.Mortal Kombat 1, among other fighting games, has had to make significant steps forward regarding accessibility, online play, and monetization. These are complicated systems, however, and feedback from players can change howdevelopers like NetherRealmimplement and optimize them. What’s important forMortal Kombat 1is a quick turnaround post-launch, and clear communication going forward.
A post from the officialMortal Kombataccount on Twitter confirmed the release of the game’s new update, though there’s some question regarding whether it’s available across all platforms at this time. Full patch notes for theMortal Kombatupdate will be available later, but some changes have already been officially shared. The addition of what NetherRealm calls “move tagging,” or pinning moves to the HUD, is one officially confirmed addition.
While a list of complete patch notes isn’t available, NetherRealm did push a short list ofchanges in-game forMortal Kombat 1players to see. The list mentions the addition of a Halloween Fatality to the store, an in-game ping and connection indicator that can be enabled inMortal Kombat 1’s options, as well as the ability to mute voice chat and microphones. These are all good changes mostMortal Kombat 1fans will appreciate.
The final in-game patch note forMortal Kombat 1is likely where most of the update’s unknown changes stem from. The note mentions fixing general gameplay bugs. As a newly launched game,Mortal Kombat 1has its share of technical issues and bugs. NetherRealm will provide more specific information about these changes soon.
The update is already seeing a bit of controversy within theMortal Kombatfandom, it should be mentioned. NetherRealm’s decision to sell a premium Halloween Fatality is being met with anger and disappointment by fans. They just paid full price forMortal Kombat 1, after all, and believe Fatalities should be either included with the game or unlockable with in-game currency. That it’s a premium Fatality specifically is especially grating to fans, who dislike the idea of core aspects ofMortal Kombat 1being monetized. Time will tell if NetherRealm continues to monetize Fatalities.
Mortal Kombat 1is available now on PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox One.
