Mortal Kombat 1 Reinforces How the Tournament Has Taken a Backseat Over the Years

The Mortal Kombat franchise has undergone several forms of evolution throughout its long and storied history. Mortal Kombat 1 ushers in perhaps the greatest evolution yet though, completely refreshing the canon to make way for Fire God Liu Kang’s new era. Many fan-favorite names now have revised origins, and the series as a whole has gone back to square one to deliver a fresh take on MK lore. This includes bringing the actual Mortal Kombat tournament back into focus in Mortal Kombat 1, an aspect of lore that has historically taken a backseat in favor of other storytelling.