Despite beginning production and principal photography back in January -- a third Mortal Kombat live-action webseries is proving remarkably elusive!
Officially announced last October; the series was promoted as a tie-in for the April release of Mortal Kombat X [full story]. With early reports confirming appearances by new characters from the video game - expectations placed the series launch sometime within the Second Quarter. Instead, the console release has come and gone - with little to no information about the project since the shooting months.
There remains no official release date, but Mortal Kombat Online can confirm the webseries has been completed.
A source close to the project recently told MK Online: "I wish I could tell you a release date, but I can tell you it's finally finished".
Speculation may infer (from wording) that delays slowed completion of the untitled series, rumoured to be called Mortal Kombat: Generations. The first series of Mortal Kombat: Legacy notably delayed its final episode for two months in 2011, delivering a visual effects heavy finale during San Diego Comic Con [watch]. It remains unclear if the new series will have ties with the previous series.
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The high-end merchandise game continues to court Mortal Kombat with Hong Kong toy maker Storm Collectibles entering the game in the Asia region! Goro, Scorpion & Sub-Zero lead the charge of their first wave of high quality figurines.
As reported by Toyark, Storm Collectibles unveiled their classic Mortal Kombat inspired 1/12th scale figurines at July's Seoul Kid and Adult Fair 2015, in Korea. The results are impressive -- described by the makers as "only 50% done"!
Even at this early stage, the edict of the company to create quality, accurate likenesses is clear. Images above [click thumbnails to enlarge] were shared on Facebook, showing off three of the series' enduring icons. Posed with arms outstretch, Goro looks reminiscent of the original stop-motion model used to create the first game sprites.
Storm Collectibles also promote figures based on uncanny likeness of Bruce Lee, Mike Tyson, Hulk Hogan and Dennis Rodman. Further details are unknown. Mortal Kombat Online advises thorough investigation before committing to any international purchases.
These aren't the first Mortal Kombat figures to come out of Hong Kong. With greater focus on play-ready articulation, World Box Toys previously created Mortal Kombat (2011) inspired toys based on Sub-Zero and Kung Lao at 1:6 scale.
Following the announcement of Jasco Games' acquisition of the Mortal Kombat license [full story]; the Ultimate Fighting System Facebook has previewed designs for upcoming mini figurines for their tabletop fighting game:
The CG models demonstrate intended finished product, part of a Jasco tabletop board game inspired by fighting games. During July's San Diego Comic Con, Jasco announced an agreement with Capcom to include Street Fighter in the game -- opening up the possibility of fantasy crossover battles between two traditional arcade rivals!
Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat will also face-off in the Ultimate Fighting Game System card game, with new Street Fighter characters joining debuting Mortal Kombat decks in 2015 [full story].
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Mortal Kombat is set to make a return to the arena of collectible card game battles in the Universal Fighting System!
Jasco Games made the announcement at July's GenCon, answering fan interest with the acquisition of the biggest fighting game series yet to enter their decks!
Fans eager to test their favourite kombatants against the warriors of Street Fighter, Tekken, Soul Calibur, King of Fighters, Darkstalkers and many more, will finally have the opportunity! It's a crossover escalation of card collecting concept that helped make Mortal Kombat X Mobile a must-have app for fans!
LAS VEGAS, NV – At GenCon today, Jasco Games announced that they have acquired the license to Mortal Kombat, a property of Warner Bros. Interactive. Iconic Mortal Kombat characters, including the likes of Sub Zero, Scorpion, and Raiden, will be joining Jasco Games’ popular card game, the Universal Fighting System.
“We are thrilled to announce another universe joining the excellent Universal Fighting System,” Jasco Games president and founder Jason Hawronsky said. “Coming off the heels of our Street Fighter announcement at San Diego Comic Con, the Mortal Kombat announcement is something many of our fans have been hoping for, and we can’t wait to deliver what they want!”
Jasco Games plans to add the Mortal Kombat characters to the Universal Fighting System in an upcoming deck. Those interested in learning more about the Universal Fighting System or staying up to date with the latest news should visit JascoGames.com, like UFS on Facebook, and follow the Jasco Games Twitter account.
About the Universal Fighting System
Designed to pit the greatest fighters against one another, the Universal Fighting System collectible card game features iconic characters from Street Fighter, Darkstalkers, Mega Man, and more. Players build decks around their favorite characters and compete in exciting one-on-one battles to see who the mightiest champion is. Over the years, the Universal Fighting System has become a popular card game around the world, reaching thousands of players. To learn more about UFS, visit www.facebook.com/playufs or http://playufs.com/
About Jasco Games
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jasco Games is a premier designer and publisher of table top games, competitive card games, board games, and more. The current publisher of the Universal Fighting System and creator of the upcoming Mega Man Board Game, Jasco Games was started in 1998 and has since developed a reputation as offering quality products and the best gaming experiences, as well as interacting with fans and listening to their feedback. Jasco Games works with individuals across the country, utilizing their exceptional talents in art design, management, and sales.
Jasco Games has partnered and worked with major companies such as Capcom, SnK Playmore, Fantasy Flight Games, Level 99 Games, Ninja Division, and more. If you are interested in working with Jasco Games, contact Jason@jascogames.com
For more information, please visit Jasco Games online at www.jascogames.com, follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jascogames or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/JascoGames
Mortal Kombat previously ventured into the world of combat card games in 2005, as part of the Epic Battles Trading Card Game. The series also featured rival fighting series: Street Fighter and Tekken.
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