Mortal Kombat 1: DLC End & Next Project Teased
- NetherRealm Studios is ceasing development of additional downloadable content for Mortal Kombat 1,citing disappointing sales figures.
- The reboot, which reimagined classic characters and storylines, did not resonate with fans as strongly as Mortal Kombat 11, which sold over 15 million copies.
- in a statement posted on X,NetherRealm acknowledged player requests for ongoing support but confirmed the end of new characters and story chapters.
NetherRealm Studios is ending DLC support for Mortal Kombat 1, a move prompted by sales underperformance.The studio will now focus on its next project, sparking widespread speculation in the fighting game community about an Injustice 3 release. The announcement signals a strategic shift from the popular franchise, leaving fans to wonder what’s next.Despite a triumphant launch, Mortal Kombat 1’s sales fell short of its predecessor’s, leading to this pivotal decision. News Directory 3 reported on the studio’s plans. With the T-1000 as the final DLC character, all eyes are now on NetherRealm’s unannounced title. Discover what’s next as the studio gears up for a new chapter.
Mortal Kombat 1 Support Ends as NetherRealm Shifts Focus to Injustice
updated May 26, 2025
NetherRealm Studios is ceasing development of additional downloadable content for Mortal Kombat 1,citing disappointing sales figures. Despite the franchise’s continued reign as a best-selling fighting game, this latest installment failed to meet expectations.
The reboot, which reimagined classic characters and storylines, did not resonate with fans as strongly as Mortal Kombat 11, which sold over 15 million copies. Mortal Kombat 1 has sold 5 million copies as of January.
in a statement posted on X,NetherRealm acknowledged player requests for ongoing support but confirmed the end of new characters and story chapters. the studio said it will continue to provide balance adjustments and fixes. The company stated that the team needs to focus on its next project to ensure its quality.
We are hearing players’ requests for continued game support of mortal Kombat 1,and,while we will continue to support Mortal Kombat 1 through balance adjustments and fixes,there will not be additional DLC characters or story chapters released from this point on.
— Mortal Kombat 1 (@MortalKombat) May 23, 2025
The final DLC character for Mortal Kombat 1 was the T-1000 from Terminator 2: Judgement day. A definitive edition bundling all DLC was released earlier in May.
While NetherRealm has not officially announced its next title, rumors point toward a new installment in the Injustice franchise. A dataminer suggested the studio is working on the next entry in the Injustice franchise.
The Injustice series, set in an alternate DC universe where Superman becomes a tyrant, has not seen a new release since 2017’s injustice 2.Prior to Injustice, NetherRealm developed Mortal Kombat vs. DC universe,a DC crossover fighter.
Speculation about a new Injustice game has circulated for years. The timing could align with DC’s revamped cinematic universe, begining with a new Superman film this summer.
What’s next
The fighting game community awaits official confirmation from NetherRealm regarding thier next project. The potential return to the Injustice universe has generated considerable excitement among fans of both franchises.