Let's be frank: Mortal Kombat 1 is experiencing a noticeable decline. It's evident that the planned Season 3 content has been abandoned due to disappointing sales figures. Moreover, the recent trailer for Pro Kompetition, the game's esports circuit, has been met with lukewarm reception at best.
Pro Kompetition 2025 is set to feature a total prize pool of $255,000. While this might sound substantial, in the context of 2025 and the fighting game community (FGC) standards, it falls short. Top players have frequently voiced their concerns about the inadequacy of the prize money, emphasizing that it's hardly sustainable to travel internationally for the chance to win just a few hundred dollars.
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This year, the player base is likely to split into two major groups: one competing in North American tournaments, and the other in European events. These groups will only converge at EVO 2025, which remains the pinnacle event of the year.
Despite efforts to generate excitement and the emotional appeal of the teased in-game image of T-1000, the reality behind the hype is somewhat disheartening. The game's community and competitive scene face significant challenges moving forward.
