For weeks, Mortal Kombat creator, Ed Boon, had been teasing a new Mortal Kombat reveal coming (“koming”?) soon, and finally it was revealed that the new trailer would drop today, May 18, at 9:00 ET.

And what a trailer it was…

You can watch it below:

In the trailer, Fire God Liu Kang has created a new world, a “New Era”, that will reset the storyline in the Mortal Kombat universe.

The trailer hints at the player being able to make choices, which sounds almost like the game could have a morality system, but it remains to be seen just how much control you will have, or whether it’s simply part of the new plot and the gameplay will remain largely the same (but hopefully with new, super awesome fatalities).

Mortal Kombat 11 will be released on September 15, 2023 on Xbox Series X|S, PS5 and PC/Steam. It will also be available on Nintendo Switch, but at this time I assume that will be a cloud gaming title, much like the modern Resident Evil games.

Confirmed characters returning include Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, and Johnny Cage, but others are also promised (however, not yet named).

For players who preorder the game on Xbox Series and PS5, they will get access to the Mortal Kombat 1 Beta which will launch in August. The standard edition will retail for $69.99.

There will also be a Premium edition, that will retail for $109.99, and include the base game, the Kombat Pack, and 1,250 Dragon Crystals (which act as in-game currency). One of the most exciting things (for me) about the Kombat Pack is that it will include a skin for Johnny Cage which make him look like action super star Jean Claude Van Damme, who Cage’s character was originally modeled after. [INSERT TAKE MY MONEY MEME HERE]

There will also be a premium Kollector’s edition, which will retail for $249.99 and include everything in the Premium edition, plus a 16.5-inch Liu Kang sculpture designed by COARSE and an inspired Liu Kang in-game character skin, three exclusive art prints, a steel case, and 1,450 additional Dragon Krystals (2,700 total).

The official Mortal Kombat website has also been updated and is now all things Mortal Kombat 1, which includes the following FAQs which provide additional insight into Mortal Kombat 1:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What type of game is Mortal Kombat 1?

A: Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest title in the acclaimed Mortal Kombat videogame franchise developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios. The game will introduce a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe that has been created by the Fire God Liu Kang, featuring reimagined versions of iconic characters as they’ve never been seen before, along with a new fighting system, game modes, bone krushing finishing moves, and more.

Q: Who is developing Mortal Kombat 1?

A: All versions of Mortal Kombat 1 are built on NetherRealm Studios technology with oversight by NetherRealm. The NetherRealm team is developing the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of the game.

QLOC is developing the Steam and Epic Games Store versions of the game. Shiver Entertainment and Saber Interactive are developing the Nintendo Switch version of the game.

Q: Who is publishing Mortal Kombat 1?

A: Warner Bros. Games is publishing Mortal Kombat 1.

Q: When does Mortal Kombat 1 release?

A: Mortal Kombat 1 is scheduled for worldwide release on Sept. 19, 2023.

Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 be available for early access?

A: Players who purchase the Mortal Kombat 1 Premium Edition or Mortal Kombat 1 Kollector’s Edition will have early access to the game beginning Sept. 14, 2023.

Q: What platforms will Mortal Kombat 1 be available on?

A: Mortal Kombat 1 will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Q: Which PC platforms will Mortal Kombat 1 be available on?

A: Mortal Kombat 1 will be available on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Q: How much does Mortal Kombat 1 cost?

A: The Mortal Kombat 1 Standard Edition will be available physically and digitally for $69.99 (SRP) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, including Steam and Epic Games Store.

The Mortal Kombat 1 Premium Edition will be available physically and digitally for $109.99 (SRP) on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) and will include all Standard Edition content, along with the Kombat Pack, early access to the game beginning Sept. 14, and 1,250 Dragon Krystals (in-game currency). The Kombat Pack will feature a Johnny Cage character skin with the likeness of famed actor and martial artist, Jean-Claude Van Damme (available at launch), early access to six new playable characters (available post-launch), and five new Kameo Fighters (available post-launch).

The Mortal Kombat 1 Kollector’s Edition will be available physically at select retailers for $249.99 (SRP) on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S only and will include all Premium Edition content, and early access, along with a 16.5-inch Liu Kang sculpture designed by COARSE and an inspired Liu Kang in-game character skin, three exclusive art prints, a steel case, and 1,450 additional Dragon Krystals (2,700 total).

Q: Will there be opportunities to play Mortal Kombat 1 before release?

A: Players who pre-order the game on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S will receive access to the Mortal Kombat 1 Beta, which will be available in August 2023.

Q: Which characters will be available in Mortal Kombat 1?

A: Mortal Kombat 1 will feature reimagined fighters like they’ve never been seen before, including Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, Johnny Cage, and many others.

Q: What are Kameo Fighters and how do they work in Mortal Kombat 1?

A: Kameo Fighters are a unique roster of partner characters to assist during matches, creating expanded gameplay possibilities for players. These characters are chosen separately from the main roster of fighters.

Q: What type of modes will Mortal Kombat 1 have?

A: NetherRealm’s genre-defining Story Mode returns with a brand-new cinematic narrative featuring unexpected twists on classic rivalries and original backstories for the wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters. More details for online and offline modes will be coming soon.

Q: Is an internet connection required to play Mortal Kombat 1?

A: An internet connection is not required to play Mortal Kombat 1, although players will need to be connected to the internet to experience certain modes and features.

Q: Is a PlayStation Plus subscription, Xbox Live Gold membership, or Nintendo Switch Online membership required to play Mortal Kombat 1?

A: A PlayStation Plus subscription, Xbox Live Gold, or Nintendo Switch Online membership will not be required to play Mortal Kombat 1 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch consoles. However, a PlayStation Plus subscription, Xbox Live Gold membership, or Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required for online multiplayer.

Q: Will Mortal Kombat 1 have rollback netcode?

A: Yes, Mortal Kombat 1 will have rollback netcode to support online gameplay.