The Untold Secrets Behind Mortal Kombat 1's Epic Chaos
Mortal Kombat 1 challenges traditional storytelling by deviating from a standard villain With its release approaching, fans are left guessing about the absence of a single antagonist, but perhaps this unique approach will bring a refreshing and unpredictable twist to the iconic franchise
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Mortal Kombat 1 should embrace the fighting game genre's strength of having a vast roster of characters, allowing for villainous twists and engaging match-ups.
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The success of the franchise is enhanced when the heroes are pitted against a group of villains, resulting in captivating character dynamics and interactions.
Although the decision to reintroduce Kronika as the antagonist in Mortal Kombat 1 may be met with controversy, her involvement in recruiting allies and instigating conflicts has the potential to generate thrilling storylines and offer unique perspectives on beloved characters.
Any good video game, movie, TV show, or comic book relies on compelling heroes to drive the story and engage audiences. However, it is the presence of a great villain that truly enhances the narrative. In the video game industry, there are many run-of-the-mill villains who exist solely to provide dialogue and serve as targets in final battles. Yet, it is the multifaceted, intimidating, and complex villains that leave a lasting impact on players. While fighting games aren't typically known for their well-developed villains, Mortal Kombat 1 has the opportunity to change this perception.
Set in the new universe of Fire God Liu Kang, Mortal Kombat 1 takes players back to the origins of the Mortal Kombat story. However, this time around, significant changes have occurred, ranging from altered character backstories to major world events. With familiar characters transformed into something unexpected, the game can surprise players with twists and turns, potentially turning certain traditional heroes into villains. Given the extensive roster of characters, Mortal Kombat 1 should not solely focus on one main villain but should instead capitalize on the strengths of the fighting game genre.
Mortal Kombat 1 Shouldn't Focus Solely on One Villain
Currently, it remains somewhat unclear as to who the villain of Mortal Kombat 1 may be, although fans have numerous theories. Instead of adhering to the traditional pattern of the franchise, Mortal Kombat 1 should embrace one of the major advantages of the fighting game genre – its extensive roster. At the game's release, Mortal Kombat 1 is expected to feature 24 fighters, all of whom will likely appear in the main story mode. While certain fighters like Liu Kang, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kenshi, and Johnny Cage are destined to be heroes in this rebooted timeline, there remains a substantial portion of the roster available for villainous twists.
Throughout its 30-year history, the Mortal Kombat franchise has introduced numerous villains. Characters such as Shang Tsung, Shao Kahn, and Shinnok have become iconic and beloved all-powerful adversaries. However, the Mortal Kombat series tends to thrive when the heroes confront a diverse range of villains, comprising almost half the roster. This allows for genuinely captivating and enjoyable match-ups, as each character possesses their own motivations and relationships with one another.
Mortal Kombat 11 executed this idea effectively. Despite Kronika being the main antagonist in the game's story, she had a wide range of allies, including both new characters like Geras and Cetrion, as well as classic adversaries like Kano and Kabal. What made the rogues' gallery in Mortal Kombat 11 stand out was the inclusion of various past iterations of iconic characters, resulting in enjoyable interactions between past and future selves. While Mortal Kombat 1 may not delve too deeply into time-travel, its fresh interpretations of familiar characters could still evoke a similar sense of excitement.
From the initial moments of Mortal Kombat 1's recently released story mode, it appears that Kronika may be making a comeback. Considering that Kronika was a somewhat lackluster villain in MK11, her return in Mortal Kombat 1 might generate controversy. However, NetherRealm possesses an opportunity to make it more thrilling. Based on the footage, Kronika seems to travel across realms and recruit those whom Liu Kang has rejected in his new universe, such as the now lowly snake oil salesman, Shang Tsung. This storyline could lead to an ensemble face-off in Mortal Kombat 1, with all of Kronika's allies battling against Earthrealm's warriors. The resulting character dynamics and interactions would undoubtedly create captivating moments.
Mortal Kombat 1 will release September 19th for PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X/S.
