T-1000 Gameplay in Mortal Kombat 1 Echoes Terminator 2, Surprise Kameo DLC Revealed

NetherRealm Studios has unveiled the first gameplay footage for the T-1000, a new DLC guest character for Mortal Kombat 1, alongside the announcement of Madam Bo as a DLC Kameo fighter. The T-1000's moveset evokes nostalgia for Terminator 2, featuring iconic attacks like the blade and hook arms, reminiscent of Baraka and Kabal's styles. A standout moment in the gameplay shows the T-1000 transforming into a liquid metal blob and executing an uppercut similar to Glacius from Killer Instinct.

The T-1000 is voiced by Robert Patrick, who reprised his role from the 1991 film. The teaser showcases Patrick's voice during a confrontation with Johnny Cage, culminating in a Fatality that recreates the thrilling truck chase from Terminator 2. In this Fatality, the T-1000 morphs out of the driver's seat to unleash a barrage of bullets on Cage.

The T-1000 will be available in Mortal Kombat 1 starting March 18 for early access to Khaos Reigns owners, with a wider release on March 25. Madam Bo will also be accessible on March 18 as a free update for Khaos Reigns owners or as a standalone purchase.

As the final addition to the Khaos Reigns expansion, the T-1000 follows other notable DLC characters such as Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, Ghostface, and Conan the Barbarian. Speculation continues about the possibility of a third set of DLC characters or a Kombat Pack 3, amid discussions about the game's sales performance.

Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of NetherRealm, remains committed to the Mortal Kombat franchise. In November, CEO David Zaslav announced plans to focus on four key titles, including Mortal Kombat. Meanwhile, NetherRealm's development chief, Ed Boon, confirmed in September that the studio had chosen its next project three years ago but pledged ongoing support for Mortal Kombat 1.

While many fans anticipate a new entry in the Injustice series, neither NetherRealm nor Warner Bros. has confirmed this. The Injustice series, which began with Injustice: Gods Among Us in 2013 and continued with Injustice 2 in 2017, was expected to alternate with Mortal Kombat releases. However, the studio opted for a soft reboot with Mortal Kombat 1 in 2023 instead.

In a June 2023 interview with IGN, Boon discussed the decision to focus on another Mortal Kombat game, citing factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and the transition to a newer version of the Unreal game engine. Despite these challenges, Boon assured fans that the door remains open for future Injustice games.