John Cena’s Peacemaker is making his debut as part of the Mortal Kombat 1 roster. From Warner Bros. Games and NetherRealm Studios, players can watch the new Mortal Kombat 1 trailer that showcases this character. The trailer reveals the first gameplay for upcoming downloadable content (DLC), and the guest fighter with Peacemaker, featuring both the voice and likeness of Cena. The character joins the roster on February 28 as part of the early access period for Kombat Pack owners, followed by wide availability on March 6.
The character is based on DC’s The Suicide Squad film and the Peacemaker series on Max. Peacemaker, also known as Christopher Smith, cherishes peace with all his heart and will kill anyone and everyone necessary to get it. In the new video, Peacemaker is ready to challenge Liu Kang’s New Era of peace and is equipped with a formidable moveset incorporating the character’s expert gunslinging skills, signature helmet abilities, and loyal bald eagle sidekick, Eagly, all complemented by his legendary dance moves and brash humor.
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The trailer also provides a first look at gameplay for Janet Cage, a new DLC Kameo Fighter and alternate reality version of Johnny Cage who can assist during matches with a range of support moves. Janet Cage will be available as part of the Kombat Pack and for standalone purchase in March 2024.
Additionally, Krossplay functionality will be added to Mortal Kombat 1 on Feb. 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). The Krossplay feature will allow players to matchmake in 1 vs. 1 Kombat League and Kasual matches, invite friends for 1 vs. 1 private matches, and view leaderboard stats across all supported platforms.
Details About Mortal Kombat 1
Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest installment in the acclaimed Mortal Kombat videogame franchise developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios. Introducing a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe with iconic heroes and villains reimagined as they’ve never been seen before, Mortal Komat 1 features a wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters with all-new backstories. These fighters include Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, Johnny Cage, Kenshi, Smoke, Rain, Li Mei, Tanya, Baraka, Geras, Reptile, Ashrah, Havik, General Shao, Sindel, Nitara, and Reiko, along with a separate roster of Kameo Fighters who can assist during matches
Mortal Kombat 1 Free Trial Weekend
For prospective players, a Mortal Kombat 1 Free Trial Weekend is set to take place from March 7-10 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The limited time Free Trial will include access to the base roster of main characters and Kameo Fighters, all online and local multiplayer modes, Towers, Story mode (Chapters 1 & 2 only), and Invasions (Johnny Cage’s Mansion only).
The Mortal Kombat 1 Kombat Pack includes the Jean-Claude Van Damme character skin for Johnny Cage (available now); one-week early access to six playable DLC characters – Omni-Man (available now), Quan Chi (available now), Peacemaker (coming Feb. 28), Ermac, Homelander, and Takeda Takahashi; and five DLC Kameo Fighters (release dates for upcoming characters & Kameos still to be confirmed). The Kombat Pack is available now as part of the Mortal Kombat 1 Premium Edition or can be purchased separately.
Mortal Kombat 1 – Official Peacemaker Gameplay Trailer
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