The latest trailer for Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns dropped today, giving fans an in-depth look at the upcoming expansion, which launches on September 24, 2024. This new trailer teases a darker turn for the game’s storyline, as Fire God Liu Kang faces the chaotic threat posed by the Titan Havik and his forces. Players will explore an alternate timeline where Havik seeks to dismantle the peace established by Liu Kang in his New Era, ushering in a wave of destruction across the realms. To prevent this, Liu Kang is forced to unite with a mix of classic and unexpected allies and enemies.
New Additions to the Roster
The Khaos Reigns trailer showcases exciting character reveals, including the return of Cyrax, Sektor, and fan-favorite Noob Saibot. These characters are integral to the expansion’s plot, and players can expect them to bring their own unique fighting styles and fatalities to the battlefield. Noob Saibot’s shadow-based abilities and Cyrax and Sektor’s robotic, high-tech arsenals are featured prominently in the gameplay footage. All three will be available when the MK1 Khaos Reigns expansion releases later this month.
Beyond the returning characters, the trailer offers a glimpse at some of the upcoming guest fighters that will be included in future updates. Ghostface from the Scream franchise was revealed as a DLC character, and the first look at his Fatality does not disappoint. In classic Ghostface fashion, the kill is orchestrated in a horror movie-like scenario, where the player uses stealth and teamwork with other masked Ghostfaces to deliver a gruesome fatal blow. This addition is part of the Kombat Pack 2, which will also feature T-1000 from Terminator 2: Judgment Day and Conan the Barbarian—both slated to join the roster post-launch.
Returning Fan-Favorite Features
One of the most anticipated features returning in MK1 Khaos Reigns is the Animalities. First introduced in the classic Mortal Kombat games, these finishing moves allow characters to morph into their spirit animals to deliver brutal final strikes. The trailer showcases several Animalities in action, offering a nostalgic yet upgraded version of this iconic feature.
Additionally, the trailer teases the return of the Towers of Time, a dynamic mode that provides rotating challenges and in-game events. This will offer players an endless stream of new content, from special battles to unique objectives, ensuring that Mortal Kombat 1 remains fresh for both casual players and competitive fighters. This mode, along with the Animalities, will be available as a free content update for all MK1 owners.
Pre-Order Bonuses and Skins
For those who pre-order the Khaos Reigns expansion, bonus content is on the way. Four new character skins are included, featuring alternative looks like Wedding Scorpion, Empress Mileena, and throwback Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 designs for Sub-Zero and Noob Saibot. These skins allow players to customize their fighters with unique aesthetics that reference iconic moments from Mortal Kombat’s storied past
Expanding the Mortal Kombat Universe
The Khaos Reigns trailer confirms that Mortal Kombat 1 will continue its tradition of blending brutal combat with cinematic storytelling. As the expansion’s narrative dives deeper into the New Era created by Liu Kang, players will get to explore new corners of the Mortal Kombat universe while facing an ever-growing threat. With the addition of beloved characters and the introduction of iconic guest fighters, the expansion promises to be a rich experience for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Fans of the franchise can expect more than just an expansion—MK1 Khaos Reigns signals the beginning of a new phase in Mortal Kombat storytelling, with surprises, returning characters, and unforgettable battles. Whether you’re here for the nostalgic callbacks or the fresh new mechanics, this expansion will keep you at the edge of your seat.
Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns officially launches on September 24, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting expansions in the franchise’s history.
Stay tuned for more updates as the expansion’s release approaches. Check out the official launch trailer below!
