The Most Jaw-Dropping, Blood-Curdling Fatalities Unveiled in Mortal Kombat 1

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In the forthcoming Mortal Kombat installment, gamers will be introduced to an entirely fresh realm showcasing astonishing metamorphoses of characters. However, enthusiasts can rest assured that the trademark violent and merciless Fatalities, which encapsulate the essence of the franchise, will continue to be present.

Johnny Cage's Face Smash Fatality is an incredibly authentic finishing move where he continuously slams the opponent's face onto the ground until their entire face is revealed to be detached. In Mortal Kombat 1, various other awe-inspiring and visually captivating Fatalities will be featured, such as Kenshi's Blended Fatality, Liu Kang's Black Hole Fatality, Sub-Zero's Hairline Fracture Fatality, and Li Mei's Fireworks Fatality.

A lot is going to change in the Mortal Kombat universe as Fire God Liu Kang seizes control of Kronika's hourglass and creates his own universe. This will completely twist the beloved characters of the series in Mortal Kombat 1. Former enemies will become brothers, villains will turn into heroes, and everything will defy fans' expectations. However, amidst all these changes, there is one thing that fans can still absolutely count on: Fatalities.

Since their introduction in the very first Mortal Kombat game back in 1992, Fatalities have been one of the main unique features that set Mortal Kombat apart from other fighting games of that time. These finishing moves depict the player's character brutally ending their opponent's life in shockingly gory ways. Fatalities have become a trademark of the franchise, and Mortal Kombat 1 already seems poised to showcase some of the most intense and bloodiest fatalities in the entire series.

Johnny Cage's Face Smash Fatality

Introducing a shockingly gruesome finisher, Johnny Cage's Face Smash Fatality unleashes a level of brutality that surpasses any other revealed in Mortal Kombat 1 thus far. While the game boasts numerous exaggerated killing blows, it is the subtler and more realistic ones that elicit the most visceral response. And that is precisely what Johnny Cage's innovative Face Smash Fatality achieves. This fierce maneuver involves Johnny approaching his fallen adversary and mercilessly slamming their face against the ground, lifting their head afterward to expose the horrifying sight of their dislodged facial features.

Kenshi's Blended Fatality

Kenshi's Blended finisher in Mortal Kombat 1 is yet another disgustingly visceral Fatality. This move showcases the blind swordsman's telekinetic prowess as he suspends his opponent in midair. With precision, Kenshi maneuvers his sword above the opponent's face, setting it in motion. Slowly, the blade enters the opponent's mouth, evidently tearing through their internal organs, before emerging and swiftly slicing them in half.

Liu Kang's Black Hole Fatality

The Liu Kang Black Hole finisher in Mortal Kombat 1 is undeniably one of the most astonishing Fatalities ever witnessed. Demonstrating his newly acquired Elder God powers, Liu Kang takes his adversary on a cosmic journey, reminiscent of the mighty Thanos. With a mere snap of his fingers, a captivating black hole materializes behind his foe. With a gradual exertion of force, Liu Kang steadily propels his opponent towards the abyss, where their skin, bones, and muscles are gradually consumed by the irresistible pull of the black hole.

Sub-Zero's Hairline Fracture Fatality

Sub-Zero's Hairline Fracture finisher in Mortal Kombat 1 is known for its simplicity, yet holds a high level of gore. First, Sub-Zero freezes his opponent, rendering them immobile. Then, he swiftly slices their abdomen and hurls an ice boomerang from behind. As the boomerang returns, it undergoes a transformation into a massive ice spike, impaling the opponent's skull with a vertical impact. The lifeless body gradually slides down the ice spike, causing the lower half to separate from the top and exposing their internal organs. Despite its modest appearance, this Sub-Zero Fatality delivers spine-chillingly realistic sound effects, inducing an unsettling sensation in the player's stomach with every squelch and thud.

Li Mei's Fireworks Fatality

Li Mei's devastating finisher in Mortal Kombat 1, known as the Fireworks, is a gruesome yet awe-inspiring spectacle. In a horrifying act, she violently extracts her opponent's intestines before leaping backwards. Utilizing her pink magic, Li Mei sets fire to the end of the intestines, creating a grotesque fuse. As the magical flames travel along the intestine, just moments away from reaching the opponent's body, Li Mei delivers a powerful kick, propelling their head into the air. The result is a captivating explosion of vibrant, bloody fireworks.

Mortal Kombat 1 releases on September 19 for Nintendo Switch, PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.