It's not often that we get to see Mortal Kombat co-creators Ed Boon and John Tobias together in the public eye, but the legendary development duo will be among the headlining guests at the upcoming Mortal Kombat Reunion Panel! It's being billed as a "once-in-a-lifetime" event and it's in support of the Raiden Science Foundation. Read on for details & how you can get involved:
Cult fan favourite character Ermac received a new origin in the latest story mode of Mortal Kombat 1, but in anticipation of their upcoming playable return via downloadable content, series co-creator Ed Boon has revisited the original circumstances of Ermac's accidental creation. All this plus a fresh teaser for this week's official reveal trailer. Take a look:
Since its earliest days serving mail order collector's editions -- Mortal Kombat has always had one foot in the world of comic books, but if proposed plans had gone ahead several years ago, the series could have become part of the DC Comics Universe itself. Writer Gail Simone has revisited the topic, offering new details from what would have been a dramatic reinvention for both brands:
Like sand through the hour glass, so are the thirty years of Mortal Kombat! To celebrate the milestone year: NetherRealm Studios has shown gratitude to the fans, players, and developers with a special "Thank You" video featuring dozens of staff -- and what might be the first tease for what's coming next. Watch:
Last August marked thirty years since the official arcade release of the first Mortal Kombat -- meaning we're right in the middle of a pearl jubilee year! With anticipation growing for an upcoming sequel, Warner Bros Games has paid homage to the franchise with new official posters. Take a look:
The metaphorical door to NetherRealm Studios swung open to fans over the weekend as Chief Creative Officer Ed Boon welcomed fresh questions from die hards via Twitter. He technically revealed their next title in his last Q&A -- and had plenty of interesting things to say about character's futures and when we'll see the new game revealed! Read on:
From its coin-op origins in the arcade to inspiring blockbuster big screen adaptations and a triple A video game reboot: Mortal Kombat is officially celebrating its 30th Anniversary! To mark the momentous occasion, NetherRealm Studios has squeezed three decades into a single pulse pounding, spine ripping retrospective. Watch:
It has been a symbol and beacon of battle since the beginning, rendered in stone and steel, enduring fire and rifts in time itself. The Dragon Logo has been silent witness to it all, and with its thirtieth anniversary upon us, John Tobias has detailed the origins of the famous design that means Mortal Kombat to all who see it! Read on:
Thirty years of Mortal Kombat has seen merchandise of just about every kind, but for the fan who has everything comes a deadly decor option unlike most. At last you can furbish your throne room or personal cave with a Dragon Logo rug just like Shao Kahn. Read on for pre-order info and a closer look:
Six months into development Mortal Kombat only had six playable fighters, but from necessity came the invention of Sonya Blade. Series co-creator Ed Boon continues his series taking us behind the scenes of iconic creations in anticipation of the game's 30th Anniversary! Watch the classic footage: