NetherRealm Studios Announced the First Kombat Pack for MK1
Colin Smith — July 24, 2023 — Pop Culture
References: mortalkombat & kitguru.net
The Kombat Pack DLC for Mortal Kombat 1 is a bundle of six additional fighters that can be used in the game’s various modes. The DLC includes three returning characters from the Mortal Kombat franchise: Quan Chi, Ermac and Takeda. It also features three guest characters from popular comic books and TV series: Peacemaker from DC Comics, Omni-Man from Invincible, and Homelander from The Boys. Each character has their own unique moves, fatalities, and skins based on their respective sources.
The Kombat Pack DLC for Mortal Kombat 1 is available for purchase separately or as part of the premium and collector’s edition versions of the game. The DLC costs $39.99 USD and can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, or Steam. The DLC will be released in stages, with Homelander being the last one to arrive in Spring 2024. The DLC also comes with exclusive gear and cosmetics for the characters, as well as early access to future content updates.
Image Credit: NetherRealm Studios
The Kombat Pack DLC for Mortal Kombat 1 is available for purchase separately or as part of the premium and collector’s edition versions of the game. The DLC costs $39.99 USD and can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, or Steam. The DLC will be released in stages, with Homelander being the last one to arrive in Spring 2024. The DLC also comes with exclusive gear and cosmetics for the characters, as well as early access to future content updates.
Image Credit: NetherRealm Studios
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1. Character-centric DLC - Opportunity for game developers to offer additional characters as downloadable content, enhancing the gameplay experience and extending the longevity of the game.
2. Cross-promotion with Popular Media - Collaborating with comic book publishers and TV series creators to introduce guest characters from different franchises, attracting fans of those properties and increasing the game's reach.
3. Premium and Collector's Editions - Creating premium editions of games that include exclusive DLC packages, providing additional incentives for players to purchase higher-tier versions and generating increased revenue for the game developers.
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3. Entertainment Merchandising - Creating exclusive gear and cosmetics for characters in games, providing opportunities for merchandising partnerships and generating additional revenue from the sale of physical and virtual collectibles.
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