Summary
NetherRealm has just released a new update forMortal Kombat 1, adding the alternate timeline Kameo fighter Janet Cage alongside some quality-of-life improvements. The latest entry in the long-runningMortal Kombatseries proved to be a major hit when it launched back in September, quickly becoming one of the highest-rated games of 2023.Mortal Kombat 1serves as a solid jumping-on point for newcomers thanks to its rebooted plotline while keeping plenty of fun references for longtime fans.
A prime example of this can be found inMortal Kombat 1’s new Kameo Fighter mechanic, which allows players to select a secondary combatant from a separate roster to assist their main character in match-ups. Much of theexistingMortal Kombat 1Kameo rosteris pulled from the previousMKtimeline, featuring warriors like Scorpion and Sonya Blade as they looked during their initial debuts. Just like withMortal Kombat 1’s base roster, NetherRealm has been adding more Kameos to the game as DLC, such as the earth-bending ninja Tremor and power-mimicking Khameleon.
The thirdMortal Kombat 1DLC Kameo fighter is finally available for all players as part of the March 2024 update, which can be downloaded across all major platforms. Janet Cage, a female, alternate timeline version ofMortal Kombat 1mainstay Johnny Cage, was announced as a Kameo shortly before fellowMK 1DLC character Peacemaker made his debut back in February, and now players can select her to assist in battle.
Latest MK 1 Update Adds Janet Cage
This latestMortal Kombat 1update does more than add a new Kameo to the game’s roster, as there are plenty of bug fixes and other improvements to go with Janet Cage. Many of these fixes are specific toMK 1’s derided Nintendo Switch port, which has been panned due to its questionable graphical performance in comparison to other systems. The PC version ofMK 1is also getting an update to its online crossplay multiplayer, and a few glitches in the latest Invasion season have also been addressed.
These are all useful additions toMortal Kombat 1, but the part of this latest update most likely to generate buzz is the addition ofJanet Cage as a Kameo assist character. Her nature as an alternate version of an existing fighter helps her stand out amongMK 1’s packed roster, and her introduction could pave the way for other timeline-bending concepts like Hanzo Hasashi’s wife Harumi as Scorpion. Only time will tell if NetherRealm capitalizes on the potential of theMortal Kombat 1multiverse, but fans can now select Janet Cage as their backup Kameo as of this most recent update.
Mortal Kombat 1
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Welcome to a new era of Kombat. NetherRealm Studios ushers in a new era of the iconic fighting franchise with a total reset that changes the entire world as we know it. Following the thrilling climax of Mortal Kombat 11, the all-powerful Fire God Liu Kang has created a New Era in the hope of bringing peace to Earthrealm and beyond. Through the series' most cinematic story mode yet, you’ll be reintroduced to a cast of legendary warriors as you’ve never seen them before. Expect twists on classic friendships and rivalries, as well as new backstories that will change everything you think you know about your favorite Kombatants. Discover a host of new offline and online game modes as you master a revitalized fighting system that boasts bone-crunching Fatal Blows, defensive Breakers and the most creatively vicious Fatalities yet.
