Mortal Kombat 1 Sales Reach 6.2 Million as New Balance Patch Arrives

Mortal Kombat 1 Hits Major Sales Milestone and Receives Balance Update

NetherRealm Studios Creative Director Ed Boon recently shared an exciting update on the performance of Mortal Kombat 1, revealing impressive sales figures for the popular fighting game. Boon confirmed that the latest installment in the iconic series has now sold over 6.2 million copies worldwide, with 1.2 million of those sales coming since January.

This achievement positions Mortal Kombat 1 favorably against its competitors. For comparison, Street Fighter 6 has sold over 5 million units, and Tekken 8 has moved more than 3 million copies. However, when looking back at the series' own history, Mortal Kombat 1 is still catching up to its predecessor; Mortal Kombat 11 had sold approximately 12 million units within a similar timeframe after its launch.

NetherRealm Committed to Balance Even After Content Support Ends

Despite the conclusion of new content support for Mortal Kombat 1, NetherRealm Studios is dedicated to making this iteration their "most balanced game yet." To fulfill this commitment, the development team recently deployed a substantial balance update over the weekend. This patch introduces a wide array of adjustments across the entire roster, affecting main characters, guest fighters like Homelander and T-1000, and even the Kameo fighters. Players interested in the full details can review the extensive patch notes for all changes.

Availability and Future of Mortal Kombat

Mortal Kombat 1 is currently available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, supporting multiple language options including Russian subtitles. For fans of the franchise beyond gaming, the highly anticipated movie sequel, "Mortal Kombat 2," is set to premiere on October 24, with its trailer already having been released.

This latest update signals NetherRealm's ongoing dedication to refining the gameplay experience of Mortal Kombat 1. While new content may not be on the horizon, players can expect a more polished and competitive environment thanks to these balance adjustments, ensuring the game remains engaging for its millions of fans.