As Injustice 3 rumours heat up, NetherRealm boss Ed Boon says the studio is "actively pursuing" a new Mortal Kombat
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Key Points:
- Mortal Kombat 1, released in 2023, sold over 8 million units despite mixed reviews from critics and fans, marking a commercial success for NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Games.
- NetherRealm creative director Ed Boon confirmed that the studio is actively developing another Mortal Kombat game, alongside other projects in various media formats.
- This announcement coincides with the release of Mortal Kombat 2, the sequel to the 2021 movie reboot, highlighting ongoing franchise momentum.
- Recent leaks suggest that NetherRealm's next fighter game might be Injustice 3, aligning with the rising popularity of the DC universe under James Gunn’s reboot.
- With official support for Mortal Kombat 1 having ended about a year ago, development on the next Mortal Kombat title has likely been underway for some time.
