Veteran Mortal Kombat boss Ed Boon has hinted that Mortal Kombat 12 would be a reality. Ever since NetherRealm Studios finished its work on Mortal Kombat 11 last year, fans have been wondering what the company could come up with next. And while those questions have continued well into 2022, Boon has made it abundantly clear that Mortal Kombat 12 will be a game that the studio will release.
In a new chat, Boon discussed Mortal Kombat’s 30th anniversary, which will take place this month. Although much of the conversation was about the history of the Mortal Kombat series, Boon also confirmed that NetherRealm Studios has not yet finished its work on the series. This has ignited speculation that Mortal Kombat 12 would be a reality and would be announced during the anniversary event. Secondly, Mortal Kombat 12 could be starting production, according to Johnny Cage actor.
Mortal Kombat 12 would be a reality
If it turns out that Mortal Kombat 12 would be a reality and that it will be announced soon, what follows is to speculate what the next entry in the Mortal Kombat franchise could look like. In this regard, Boon stated that those of NetherRealm are never “short of new ideas.” As such, Mortal Kombat 12 will incorporate new features and gameplay mechanics that have not been seen before in the franchise. According to Boon: “Mortal Kombat will continue to feel fresh, feel newand pushing boundaries regarding certain aspects of game design.”
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At this time, the biggest unknown about Mortal Kombat 12 has to do with its possible revelation. In the past, NetherRealm hasn’t chosen to remain silent on its next project for too long, suggesting that a formal announcement could be coming from the studio soon.