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, the latest DLC guest character for Mortal Kombat 1, along with the announcement of Madam Bo as a new DLC Kameo fighter. The T-1000's moveset pays homage to Terminator 2, featuring iconic attacks like blade and hook arms that resemble those of Baraka and Kabal. 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, reprising his role from the 1991 film, and the teaser showcases his voice during a confrontation with Johnny Cage. The footage culminates in a Fatality that recreates the thrilling truck chase from Terminator 2, with the T-1000 emerging from the vehicle to unleash a barrage of bullets on Cage.

Simultaneously, NetherRealm surprised fans by revealing that Madam Bo, a beloved character from the *Mortal Kombat 1* storyline, will join the game as a Kameo fighter. Known for her role as a resilient restaurant owner who stands up to Smoke and his thugs, Madam Bo's brief gameplay appearance in the teaser shows her assisting the T-1000 during a match against Johnny 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 fighters such as Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, Ghostface, and Conan the Barbarian. While fans speculate about the possibility of a Kombat Pack 3, Warner Bros. Discovery has reaffirmed its commitment to the Mortal Kombat franchise. In November, CEO David Zaslav announced plans to focus on four key titles, including Mortal Kombat.

In September, Ed Boon, the chief of Mortal Kombat development, mentioned that NetherRealm had chosen its next project three years ago but assured continued support for Mortal Kombat 1. Although there's speculation about a new Injustice game, 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, has been on hold since the release of Mortal Kombat 11 in 2019 and the subsequent Mortal Kombat 1 in 2023.

In a June 2023 interview with IGN, Boon discussed the decision to focus on another Mortal Kombat game, citing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the transition to Unreal Engine 4 from Unreal Engine 3 as key factors. He emphasized the studio's commitment to safety and the desire to leverage new technology. Boon also reassured fans that the Injustice franchise is not forgotten, stating, "Not at all," when asked if the door was closed on future Injustice games.