All Mortal Kombat 1 Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses Explained

Kitana character for Mortal Kombat 1
Credit: NetherRealm Studio

Kitana character for Mortal Kombat 1
Credit: NetherRealm Studio

If you're looking for the Mortal Kombat 1 Pre-order bonuses, then your search ends here. Mortal Kombat 1 is an upcoming fighting game that will be released on September 19, 2023, for multiple platforms. The game is a reboot of the iconic franchise, featuring a new story, gameplay mechanics, and intriguing characters.

If you are a fan of the series, you might want to pre-order the game to get some bonuses depending on the edition and platform you choose. Here is a summary of the pre-order bonuses for Mortal Kombat 1.

Mortal Kombat 1 Standard Edition

Mortal Kombat 1 game editions comparison
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The standard edition of Mortal Kombat 1 costs $69.99 and includes the base game and the following bonuses:

  • Playable character Shang Tsung: Shang Tsung is a fictional character in the Mortal Kombat fighting game. He is a powerful sorcerer who is principally defined by his abilities to shapeshift into other characters and to absorb the souls of defeated warriors.

Mortal Kombat 1 Premium Edition

The premium edition of Mortal Kombat 1 costs $109.99 and includes the base game, the standard edition bonuses, and the following extras:

  • Early access to the game: If you pre-order the premium edition or the kollector’s edition, you will be able to play Mortal Kombat 1 four days before its official release date, starting from September 14. This will give you a head start in unlocking characters, costumes, and items in the game.
  • Kombat Pack: The Kombat Pack in Mortal Kombat 1 is a DLC (downloadable content) package that includes additional content, such as new fighters and in-game currency. The Kombat Pack is set to be released in 2024. While the exact contents of the Kombat Pack have not been fully revealed yet, it is confirmed to include Homelander from The Boys, Peacemaker from DC, Omni-Man, Ermac, and Quan Chi.
  • 1250 Dragon Krystals: Dragon Krystals are the in-game currency used to buy cosmetics and other items in Mortal Kombat 1. You can earn them by playing the game or by purchasing them with real money.

Mortal Kombat 1 Kollector’s Edition

Mortal Kombat 1 Kollector’s Edition preorder bonuses
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The Kollector’s edition of Mortal Kombat 1 is the most expensive and exclusive edition of the game, costing $249.99. It includes everything in the premium edition, as well as some physical items that are only available in this edition:

  • 16.5-inch statue of Liu Kang: Liu Kang is a former Shaolin Monk and the undisputed champion of the Mortal Kombat tournament. Liu Kang is known for his strong sense of justice, his courage, and his determination to protect Earthrealm from evil forces. He is also known for his signature moves, such as flying and bicycle kicks.
  • Exclusive white steel book case: The steelbook case is a metal case that holds the game disc and has a unique design. The Kollector’s edition comes with a white steel book case with a golden dragon logo. The dragon logo is the symbol of Mortal Kombat and represents the balance between good and evil.
  • Set of exclusive art prints by COARSE: COARSE is an art studio that creates sculptures, paintings, and prints inspired by pop culture and urban life. They have collaborated with Mortal Kombat to create a set of four art prints that feature some of the characters from Mortal Kombat 1 in their distinctive style.
  • 1,450 additional Dragon Krystals: Dragon Krystals are the in-game currency used to buy cosmetics and other items in Mortal Kombat 1. You can earn them by playing the game or by purchasing them with real money.

The Kollector’s edition of Mortal Kombat 1 is very limited and sold out at most retailers. If you want to get your hands on it, you might have to look for it online or at speciality stores.

Meanwhile, you can also check out all the confirmed characters coming to MK1, find out which popular actress lent their voice and likeness to the legendary Nitara, and learn all about the Kombat pack here!