Mortal Kombat 1 continues to dominate the fighting game scene, and fans are already speculating about what Kombat Pack 3 could bring. With NetherRealm Studios dropping brutal content in Kombat Pack 1 and upcoming characters in KP2, all eyes are now on the MK1 Kombat Pack 3 roster, which could include more classic fighters and shocking guest characters.
In this post, we’ll break down the most popular rumors, fan requests, and release date predictions for the next Mortal Kombat 1 DLC.
🔥 MK1 Kombat Pack 3: Most Requested Classic Characters
Fans of the series are hoping for more legacy characters in Mortal Kombat 1 Kombat Pack 3. These are the top picks that could return:
- Kano – The ruthless Black Dragon leader is a staple in the MK series and noticeably absent from MK1.
- Takeda Takahashi – A fan-favorite from MKX, Takeda brings whip-swords and Shirai Ryu flair.
- Cassie Cage – The daughter of Johnny and Sonya, Cassie’s cocky attitude and modern moves could return.
- Sareena – This cult favorite assassin deserves a full MK1 debut.
- Reptile (Classic Ninja Skin) – Although he’s playable, fans are calling for his original human ninja look.
🎭 Kombat Pack 3 Guest Character Rumors (MK1 DLC)
Guest characters are a huge draw in every Kombat Pack. Here are the most rumored picks for MK1 guest characters in Kombat Pack 3:
- Michael Myers (Halloween) – A horror icon perfect for slasher-style Fatalities.
- Pennywise (IT) – With supernatural abilities and pure nightmare fuel, he’d be terrifying.
- Ash Williams (Evil Dead) – Chainsaw, boomstick, and one-liners—what more could you want?
- John Wick – Fans want Keanu Reeves to bring the ultimate hitman to Mortal Kombat.
- Judge Dredd – Armed with law and bullets, Dredd would bring gritty justice to MK1.
📖 Will Mortal Kombat 1 Kombat Pack 3 Include Story DLC?
The Mortal Kombat 1 story mode set up a new timeline controlled by Fire God Liu Kang. With multiverse chaos growing and alternate versions of characters showing up, fans believe Kombat Pack 3 could include a new MK1 story DLC chapter.
Possible directions:
- A guest fighter like John Wick or Ash enters the timeline through a dimensional rift.
- Mileena’s Outworld civil war could escalate.
- A new villain threatens Liu Kang’s timeline—setting up MK12.
📅 Kombat Pack 3 Release Date Prediction
NetherRealm tends to release Kombat Packs every 5–6 months. If Kombat Pack 2 ends by Fall 2025, we could see Kombat Pack 3 revealed at:
- The Game Awards 2025
- Gamescom
- EVO
- Or a surprise PlayStation State of Play
Expected release window: Late 2025 or early 2026
