Mortal Kombat 1: Ferra Delayed, Takeda Release Date Announced

Mortal Kombat 1 developer NetherRealm Studios has announced a delay for the launch of the Kameo character Ferra and confirmed the release date for the next DLC character, Takeda. Originally scheduled to debut later in June, Ferra's release has been pushed back to July 23 to ensure she performs effectively in the game. Ferra will now arrive alongside Takeda, who is gaining early access on the same date. This update completes Mortal Kombat 1's first Kombat Pack, featuring additional characters and skins, including a Jean-Claude Van Damme skin for Johnny Cage. Speculation is now growing about future content, especially with datamined evidence hinting at Ghostface from the Scream franchise as part of a potential Kombat Pack 2. Additionally, Mortal Kombat 1 is set to receive story DLC and a yet-to-be-revealed big surprise, while the next Mortal Kombat movie is slated for a 2025 release.

Ferra will now be available on July 23, 2024, alongside the early access release of the DLC character Takeda.

Mortal Kombat 1 continues the franchise's legacy of intense fighting gameplay and rich lore. Originally launched on September 14, 2023, the game is rated Mature and available on platforms like Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The first Kombat Pack includes popular characters from various universes, such as Omni-Man from Invincible and Homelander from The Boys, providing an exciting mix of familiar faces for fans.