Kenshi and Johnny Cage got revealed in the Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay trailer

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Kenshi  and Johnny Cage are both revealed for the Gameplay trailer of Mortal Kombat 1. Kenshi was absent in Mortal Kombat 11 and he was last playable in Mortal Kombat X. The Ninja, typically depicted as blind, breaks the mold this time by having the ability to see, yet still opts to wear a blindfold during combat.

Johnny Cage makes a comeback in this reboot, and interestingly, he appears younger. During a confrontation with Kenshi, Cage’s apartment becomes a battleground as Kenshi notices his ancestor’s sword hanging on the wall. As they engage in a fight, Cage sustains visible injuries and starts bleeding, reminiscent of the portrayal in Mortal Kombat 2011.

In the trailer, Sonya Blade, Jax Briggs, and Kano all make appearances, but it remains uncertain whether they are playable characters or merely cameo fighters. The current portrayal of Mileena in Mortal Kombat presents her as Kitana’s sister, in contrast to her previous depiction as a clone.. While Mileena mostly appears human, she suffers from a disease that transforms her into a Tarkatan, resulting in her monstrous teeth.

In contrast to past games, Kitana shows care and concern for Mileena, despite Mileena’s lack of trust, assuming her sister is after the crown that belongs to her.

Kenshi making appearance at Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay trailer

Raiden is back but he is not a God of Thunder Anymore, he is now a Mortal and younger one. There is a switch of roles between him in Liu Kang.  Fire God Liu Kang takes charge in recruiting champions to serve under him, with the details of the plot still kept under wraps. The Great Kung Lao  wears a straw hat with no blade, so fights with a boomerang instead. He might eventually have the blade hat because there is a scene of him using it during a fatality.

Prepare for the much-anticipated release of Mortal Kombat 1, arriving on September 19, 2023.. It is available across multiple gaming platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (available on both Steam and Epic Games Store).

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#1 Jun 07, 2023

Homelander DLC rumours is not yet confirmed but it excites me as a fan of the boys.​

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#2 Jun 07, 2023

Raiden not being the God of Thunder anymore is a gonna be a lot getting use to. I wonder how that will affect the overall story. And the switch between him and Liu Kang sounds really interesting. Can't wait to see how they explore these new roles.

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#3 Jun 07, 2023

Erron Black, Sonya, Jax and Kano are confirmed Kameo characters. Their fans are going to be pissed.

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#4 Jun 08, 2023

The prospect of Kenshi's return excites me much. I have been hoping for him to be playable once more because he is one of my favorite characters. It's a neat twist that he can see this time. I can't wait to test out his skills and combos. It seems strange to me that Johnny Cage is looking younger. Regarding that, I'm not sure how I feel. I enjoyed his more mature, experienced appearance, and I will miss Cassie, his daughter.

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#5 Jun 08, 2023

Mortal Kombat 1 is really stepping up its game! The graphics in the trailer are mind-blowing, and the fatalities? Insane!Mortal Kombat 1's storyline sounds intriguing. I'm curious to see how Fire God Liu Kang's new universe plays out and how the characters' relationships have changed. The fact that Scorpion and Sub-Zero's rivalry has been squashed is unexpected but intriguing. Can't wait to dive into the story mode! hope they release more trailers or gameplay footage in the coming months to keep us entertained.

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#6 Jun 09, 2023

Sonya and Cassie are my mains and it stings Sonya is a Kameo character while Cassie wont be on the game since she is not yet born in this new era.

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#7 Jun 09, 2023

The fatalities in Mortal Kombat 1 are just brutal! I mean, bones breaking and blood everywhere? It's definitely not for the faint of heart. But hey, that's what makes Mortal Kombat so unique and awesome.Mortal Kombat 1's extended marketing period has me excited. It means we'll likely get more information about the game, like additional character reveals and gameplay mechanics. I can't wait to see what surprises NetherRealm has in store for us!

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#8 Jun 09, 2023

I'm not sure how I feel about Mortal Kombat 1's new Kameo Fighter system. On one hand, it adds a unique twist to the gameplay, but on the other hand, I worry it might complicate things too much. Many fans do not want their mains to end up as Kameo.

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#9 Jun 09, 2023

I have to admit, I'm a bit disappointed with the concept of the kameo fighters in Mortal Kombat 1. I understand they're trying something new, but it feels like a missed opportunity. I would have preferred to see my favorite characters as playable fighters rather than being reduced to mere summons. It takes away the excitement of controlling them directly. No one wanted their main as a Kameo fighter.

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