The latest update for Mortal Kombat 1, version 1.010, delivers significant enhancements across multiple platforms. On PC, ray tracing options have been expanded, optimizing both gameplay and cinematics. Additional technical improvements include better memory allocation, faster asset loading in menus, and enhanced stability when the FPS limit is below 60. The Nintendo Switch version receives minor visual improvements, such as better textures for certain skins and environmental details. Additionally, online matchmaking has been improved for more consistent performance.
This patch also introduces new fighters, including T-1000 and Madam Bo, alongside fresh skins like the Outworld Menagerie set for Kitana, Mileena, and Tanya. Various character balance changes have been implemented, including new moves for fighters like Baraka, General Shao, and Raiden. Several fighters, such as Reiko and Peacemaker, have had their health increased, while others received adjustments to attack recovery times, hit reactions, and combo potential. Kameo Fighters have also been refined, with some receiving new moves and attack optimizations.
Mortal Kombat 1 Update 1.010 Full Patch Notes
PC (Steam & Epic Games Store)
- Added Ray Tracing Quality option with Low/Medium/High settings
- Optimized various gameplay and cinematic sequences when ray tracing is enabled
- Improved PSO Shader Cache handling for smoother performance
- Online matchmaking now accessible without restarting after PSO Shader Cache completion
- Resolved performance and stability issues when FPS is below 60
- Fixed issues when switching between different display devices
- Optimized memory usage to enhance performance
- Improved asset load times in Kustomize and Character Select menus
- Fixed camera issues in experimental 60 FPS mode
- Improved mouse input handling in UI
- Various graphical and localization fixes
Nintendo Switch
- Improved textures for The Great Hall and Quan Chi’s Union of Light skin
- Fixed Scorpion’s UMK3 hood positioning
- Fixed Reptile’s hood turning green when using UMK3 and MK ’95 skins
- Improved online ping stability when frequently opening and closing the pause menu
General Fixes & Adjustments
- Move list corrections and localization updates
- AI behavior improvements
- Enhancements to screen reader functionality
- Added new playable fighters: T-1000 and Madam Bo
- Added Outworld Menagerie skins (Kitana, Mileena, Tanya)
- Added Outworld Gala skins (Li Mei, Reiko, Shang Tsung)
- Added MKX skins for Scorpion and Sub-Zero
- Fixed various visual issues in brutalities
Character-Specific Adjustments
Main Fighters
- Baraka: Added new move Desperate Tarkatan; adjusted timing for Heel Drop and Butcher attacks
- General Shao: Added new move Smoldering Wrath
- Havik: Helping Hand can no longer hit more than once in a combo
- Johnny Cage: Ball Buster brutality can now be performed closer to the corner
- Kenshi: Added Soul Exit move; adjusted Ancestor summon duration and hit reactions
- Kitana: Adjusted (Air) Reverse Fan Toss projectile destruction behavior
- Mileena: Added new move Krazed Tarkatan
- Raiden: Electric Overcharge detonates automatically two seconds faster
- Reiko: Increased health by 50; added new follow-up move Pain Reaper
- Smoke: Fixed issue where Smoke remained invisible longer than intended
- Sub-Zero: Added Polar Palm and Permafrost Palm moves
- Shang Tsung: Increased damage for multiple attacks; adjusted morphing behavior
- Tanya: Adjusted Seeking Guidance duration and charge mechanics
- Omni-Man: Fatal Blow can now be performed in the air
- Peacemaker: Increased health by 50
- Homelander: Fixed Kameo ambush issues during flight
- Noob Saibot: Fixed delayed audio on Enhanced Shadow Ghostball
- Ghost Face: Fixed animation issue during back throw
- Conan: Fixed several visual and animation issues related to Crom’s Curse
Kameo Fighters
- Frost: Ice Wall now activates 19 frames faster
- Goro: Faster gauge refill for Raise The Roof and Dead Weight
- Jax: Adjusted Gotcha Grab recovery mechanics
- Sareena: Fixed Old Moon interaction with Conan’s Atlantean Bulwark
- Stryker: Added new move Rapid Fire
- Sub-Zero: Adjusted Arctic Armor cooldown timing
- Tremor: Added Crystal Crag, Crystal Vault, and Crystal Heave moves
Mortal Kombat 1 was released on September 19, 2023, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam & Epic Games Store).
