Mortal Kombat 1 showed an in-game image of T-1000 and showed details of Pro Tour

Let's be honest: Mortal Kombat 1's momentum is slowing. Season 3 content appears to be scrapped due to underwhelming sales, and the recently released Pro Kompetition trailer, while attempting to generate excitement, falls short of inspiring confidence.

The 2025 Pro Kompetition esports circuit boasts a total prize pool of $255,000. Even by fighting game community (FGC) standards, this is a relatively meager sum in 2025. This low payout has been a source of frustration for top players, who cite the unsustainable nature of international travel for such small potential earnings.

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This year will likely see a geographically divided competitive scene, with North American and European players primarily competing in regional tournaments, culminating in a showdown at EVO 2025, considered the premier fighting game tournament.

While the marketing efforts generate excitement and hype, the reality is less optimistic. Despite the flashy reveals, such as the teased in-game image of the T-1000, the overall picture for Mortal Kombat 1's competitive scene remains concerning.