Mortal Kombat 1 closed beta is officially starting on August 18 and will run until August 21, 2023. The beta will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles only, meaning that PC and Switch players won't get to test the game before release.
To participate in the Mortal Kombat 1 beta, you'll need to pre-order any edition of the game on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S. You'll automatically receive access on your console and can start downloading on August 15 at 11 a.m. EDT / 10 a.m. CDT / 8 a.m. PDT.
Below, you'll find additional details on Mortal Kombat 1 beta content, including the list of fighters, kameos and confirmed stages.
Mortal Kombat 1 closed beta fighters and kameos
Mortal Kombat 1 closed beta will feature a total of six main fighters including the fan favourites Liu Kang, Sub-Zero, Kenshi, Johnny Cage, Kitana and Li Mei. As for the kameos, NetherRealm confirmed Kano, Sonya, Jax and Frost will be part of the beta.
Mortal Kombat 1 closed beta stages
During the closed beta, players will get to test their might on two stunning stages - The Teahouse and Johnny Cage's Mansion.
The beta will obviously require an internet connection since it features online 1v1 online multiplayer mode but you can also play the single-player Klassic Towers mode against the AI.
PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live gold subscription will also be required to play the beta.
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