Ed Boon Hints at T-1000 Fatality and Future Mortal Kombat 1 DLC

Mortal Kombat 1's development chief, Ed Boon, has sparked excitement among fans by sharing a sneak peek of the T-1000 Terminator's Fatality on social media, alongside a tease about "future DLC." This reveal comes as the game celebrates the release of another guest character, Conan the Barbarian, and announces that it has surpassed five million copies sold, an increase from the previously reported four million.

In a tweet, Boon showcased a thrilling clip of the T-1000's Fatality, where the character drives a smashed-up truck into his opponent, reminiscent of the iconic chase scene from Terminator 2. This nod to the film is sure to excite fans of the franchise. Accompanying the clip, Boon's comment, "With Conan getting into player’s hands, we are excited to keep trucking forward with future DLC!" has stirred speculation about additional downloadable content beyond the current lineup.

The T-1000 is the final character slated for the Khaos Reigns expansion, joining other notable fighters such as Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, Ghostface, and Conan the Barbarian. As the expansion nears completion, the community is buzzing with rumors about a potential third set of DLC characters or a Kombat Pack 3, especially in light of Mortal Kombat 1's strong sales performance.

Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company, continues to show strong support for the Mortal Kombat franchise. In November, CEO David Zaslav emphasized the company's commitment to focusing on just four key titles, with Mortal Kombat being one of them. Additionally, in September, Boon himself assured fans that NetherRealm Studios had plans to support Mortal Kombat 1 for an extended period, despite having decided on their next game three years prior.

While many speculate that NetherRealm's next project might be a third installment in the Injustice series, no official confirmation has been made by either NetherRealm or Warner Bros. The Injustice series, which began with Injustice: Gods Among Us in 2013 and continued with Injustice 2 in 2017, has been a significant part of the studio's portfolio. However, the release of Mortal Kombat 11 in 2019 and the subsequent soft reboot, Mortal Kombat 1, in 2023, disrupted the expected alternation between the two franchises.

In a June 2023 interview with IGN, Boon discussed the decision to release another Mortal Kombat game instead of an Injustice title. He cited the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the switch to a newer version of the Unreal game engine as key factors. Mortal Kombat 11 used Unreal Engine 3, while Mortal Kombat 1 runs on Unreal Engine 4. Boon emphasized the team's desire to ensure safety during the pandemic and their enthusiasm for the new engine's capabilities.

When asked directly about the future of the Injustice franchise, Boon was reassuring, stating, "Not at all," indicating that the door remains open for further developments in that series.