Kombat Kast: The Epic Return to Mortal Kombat 1

Players eagerly await the release of Mortal Kombat 1 in a few months, and it seems like NetherRealm may be providing regular glimpses into what's to come through the possible return of Kombat Kast online. Under the direction of Liu Kang, the rebooted series will introduce a new world with fresh perspectives on the lives of familiar fighters, as well as innovative gameplay features that the studio has yet to reveal. With a history of successful weekly update shows, Mortal Kombat fans are anticipating the return of this format to keep them informed and engaged. Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest addition to the franchise, serving as the second narrative reboot after Mortal Kombat (2011) and continuing the story following the defeat of Kronika in Mortal Kombat 11. The game will bring back beloved characters like Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Johnny Cage, while also introducing Kameo Fighters, who players can select to assist them during matches.

NetherRealm has been teasing fans with the possibility of Kombat Kast's return on Twitter, and it seems that the weekly show may be making a comeback in the near future. While details are scarce, responses from the official Mortal Kombat account have hinted at the show's return, much to the excitement of fans on Reddit. Kombat Kast was originally created to promote Mortal Kombat X, featuring gameplay demonstrations and character reveals leading up to the game's release in 2015. The show continued to air for several months, showcasing community matches and introducing DLC fighters like Predator and Jason Voorhees. NetherRealm revived Kombat Kast in anticipation of Mortal Kombat 11's 2019 release, once again using it to showcase the game and its characters.

The timing of Kombat Kast's return seems to be in favor of NetherRealm, especially with the recent leak of Mortal Kombat 1's roster. Although there has been no official confirmation on the accuracy of the leaked roster, it could serve as motivation for the studio to prevent any future leaks, especially considering the game's title and trailer were leaked prior to its official unveiling. Mortal Kombat 1 is set to launch on September 19, 2023, across Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.