

He inherited this role from his father and is seen as a bold prodigy. Sub-Zero - In the new timeline, Sub-Zero is the grandmaster of the Lin Kuei. Although Mortal Kombat 9 had a similar approach following Armageddon's reset, the fresh interpretations of existing characters in Mortal Kombat 1 have already established a completely distinctive identity for the franchise. Among the multiple casts of older characters and recent newcomers that have been explored in previous games, the studio's choice to return to the fundamentals proves to be invigorating. NetherRealm has meticulously managed the decision to have Fire God Liu Kang rewrite the game's history, as it marks the third time that Mortal Kombat's timeline will be reset. While Mortal Kombat 1 pays homage to the original trilogy, its innovative approach includes a vast array of Kombatants, resulting from years of experimentation and the introduction of new generations. Throughout its history, spanning the arcade and console eras, this notoriously violent franchise has experienced numerous transformations, ultimately evolving into one of the best-selling series in the industry. Mortal Kombat 1, despite being the twelfth mainline entry in NetherRealm's renowned fighting game franchise, serves as a reboot that aims to return the series to its original essence.
