Mortal Kombat 1 Definitive Edition Finally Brings 19 Months of Content Into One Brutal Package

After nearly two years of kombat, chaos, and countless character drops, Mortal Kombat 1 is finally whole. NetherRealm Studios has officially announced the Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition, a $70 all-in-one bundle that includes the base game and every piece of downloadable content released since launch — a collection that previously cost players a staggering $162 on top of the original price.

Launched in September 2023, Mortal Kombat 1 reimagined the timeline once again with Liu Kang as the new Keeper of Time, rebooting the iconic fighting franchise in style. Over the past 19 months, players saw a steady stream of content in the form of Kombat Packs, guest characters, skins, and story expansions. While fans appreciated the depth and frequency of updates, many criticized the high cost of piecemeal DLC — especially for players jumping in late.

Now, the Definitive Edition looks to be the solution — and perhaps a peace offering. It includes:

• The full Mortal Kombat 1 base game

• Kombat Pack 1 & 2, featuring DLC fighters like Omni-Man, Peacemaker, Homelander, Ermac, Takeda, and Quan Chi

• All Kameo fighters

• Bonus skins and exclusive seasonal cosmetics

• The expanded Invasions mode and post-launch story content

For newcomers, this is arguably the best time to enter the arena. Not only does the Definitive Edition pack in all content at a reasonable price, but it also launches with a host of gameplay balance updates and visual improvements based on community feedback.

However, for longtime players who supported the game from day one, the Definitive Edition stings a little. Many on social media have voiced frustration over the $230+ total investment required to have the same experience pre-bundle.

Still, there’s no denying Mortal Kombat 1 has grown into a behemoth of a fighter, both in content and quality. Whether you’re a returning fan or a fresh kombatant, the Definitive Edition marks the most complete — and finally, most affordable — way to experience one of the bloodiest entries in the franchise.

Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Get ready to Finish Them — once and for all.