Key Highlights:
- NetherRealm reveals Conan the Barbarian as the next Mortal Kombat 1 DLC character, with early access on January 21, 2025.
- Conan’s gameplay showcases brutal combat using his Atlantean Sword, featuring signature moves and powerful strikes.
- He is the fifth DLC addition in Kombat Pack 2, a teaser trailer was dropped on social media.
Mortal Kombat 1 developer NetherRealm has officially revealed Conan the Barbarian’s gameplay, accompanied by a teaser confirming the DLC character’s early access release date on January 21, 2025.
In the teaser, Conan faces off against Mortal Kombat villain Shao Kahn, delivering the legendary line: “To crush your enemies, see them driven before you.”
Shao Kahn responds in agreement, showcasing the camaraderie between these two powerhouses of battle. However, the quote stops short of its full rendition from the 1982 Conan the Barbarian movie.
Conan’s gameplay offers what fans expect: brutal, straightforward combat heavily reliant on his Atlantean Sword.
His repertoire includes signature moves such as the sword swirl and the ability to deflect projectiles, with a focus on heavy strikes and flashy techniques.
Speculation surrounds the voice actor behind Conan, with Chris Cox, the voice of the Terminator in MK11, being a likely candidate.
Conan the Barbarian is the fifth DLC addition in Kombat Pack 2, following Cyrax, Sektor, Noob Saibot, and Ghostface from Scream.
The T-1000 Terminator rounds out the pack, with no news yet on a potential Kombat Pack 3.
Mortal Kombat 1 Confirms Conan the Barbarian Release Date
Conan the Barbarian officially joins the Mortal Kombat 1 roster on January 21, 2025, marking the second of three guest fighters in Kombat Pack 2.
NetherRealm Studios’ Ed Boon revealed this exciting addition alongside a new 34 second gameplay teaser on X/Twitter, showcasing Conan’s combat style and an early access window for select players.
Conan wields his signature massive sword with a blend of power and agility, offering a fresh dynamic to MK1.
Although his fatalities remain under wraps, fans can expect cinematic finishers that align with the brutal tone of the game.
The title’s robust DLC lineup has significantly expanded its iconic roster, with recent additions like Homelander and Ermac adding variety to the brutal combat experience.
Looking ahead, the T-1000 from Terminator 2: Judgment Day will follow Conan as the final DLC character in Kombat Pack 2, further solidifying the series’ partnership with iconic pop culture franchises.
Rumours suggest the T-1000 may mark the end of significant updates for Mortal Kombat 1, leaving fans eager to see what’s next for the franchise in 2025.