After an initial taste of things to come; third-party data collector SteamDB has updated with a massive list of new Mortal Kombat 11 achievements that appear to point to several new and returning characters. Beware of potential spoilers ahead:

Trophies for performing two different fatalities with characters have been the most intriguing source of speculative information, exposing three letter source codes for various fighters. The latest SteamDB update appears to account for missing, confirmed inclusions: Scorpion (SCO), Kano (KAN), D'Vorah (DVO), and Kabal (KAB), while also adding several new names alongside the previously reported "ERR".

"LIU" and "KUN" suggest Liu Kang and Kung Lao, already glimpsed in a previous trailer, but could also allude to Shaolin archer Kung Jin, [as only Liu Kang appeared in gameplay]. "CAS" and "JAC" seem to point to Mortal Kombat X's most prominent second-generation fighters: Cassie Cage and Jacqui Briggs. "KOT" also appears to promise Kotal Kahn, who ruled Outworld as Emperor during MKX, and is set up for the perfect playable grudge match via pre-order exclusive Shao Kahn!

"JAD" and "FRO" point speculation in the direction of much requested returning cult favourites Jade and Frost. Less obvious are code names "CET", "TER" and "KOL", possibly indicating new characters. Long time fans will know characters sometimes undergo name changes during the development process, but coding will retain earlier reference. MKX code divers revealed Erron Black's files were labaled NOMAD. With playable newcomer Geras unaccounted for in the list, one of these may reflect an earlier working name for the time wielding powerhouse.

The database update also uncovers other interesting tidbits, such as achievements for collecting 200 pieces of gear, completing 200 towers, speaing 50 hanging bodies in the krypt, and performing Mercy 10 times -- an addition from Mortal Kombat 3. Something referring to D'Vorah's bug(s), or a bug state, is also ripe for speculation. Check out the updated list below:

  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_100_BRUTALITIES
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_25_BRUTALITIES
  • TROPHY_ID_SPILL_10000_PINTS_OF_BLOOD
  • TROPHY_ID_COMPLETE_200_TOWERS
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_SKA
  • TROPHY_ID_COLLECT_200_PIECES_OF_GEAR
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_ERR
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_BAR
  • TROPHY_ID_RUN_5_MILES_IN_KRYPT
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_SUB
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_RAI
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_SCO
  • TROPHY_ID_DUCK_100_TIMES_DURING_MATCH
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_MERCY_10_TIMES
  • TROPHY_ID_PLAY_10_AI_SETS
  • TROPHY_ID_SPEAR_50_HANGING_BODIES_IN_KRYPT
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_KUN
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_KAN
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_CAS
  • TROPHY_ID_DEFEAT_OPPONENT_WHILE_DVORAH_BUG
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_DVO
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_JAD
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_CET
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_FRO
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_SON
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_KAB
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_KOT
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_JAC
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_TER
  • TROPHY_ID_COMPLETE_BASIC_TUTORIAL
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_KOL
  • TROPHY_ID_PERFORM_2_DIFFERENT_FATALITIES_WITH_LIU

SteamDB accesses database updates via SteamKit, and given how openly the information can be released, it's surprising to see so much data in the wild. Whether released by accident, or as deliberate misdirection, all information should be taken as inconclusive and speculative, at this time. Fans who remember the Mortal Kombat X Achievement List will also note that this list is likely incomplete, 28 trophies short of Mortal Kombat X.

What twists and turns will official information present? Which fighters will make the cut? Join the discussion and share your feedback on the Mortal Kombat 11 forum!