In a shocking announcement, Netherrealm Studios has revealed that they are moving away from their highly successful Mortal Kombat franchise. But before fans can even process this devastating news, the studio dropped a bombshell: their new game will be called Immortal Friendship.
That's right, instead of finishing each other off with gruesome fatalities, iconic characters such as Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Raiden will be hanging out and engaging in friendly interactions. It's a bold move for the studio, but they seem confident that their new direction will captivate audiences in ways Mortal Kombat never could.
"We're really excited to show the world what we can do with Immortal Friendship," lead developer Ed Boon said in a press release. "Our team has poured their hearts and souls into creating an experience that brings these beloved characters to life in a new and fresh way."
Of course, not everyone is sold on the idea. Many fans have taken to social media to express their outrage, with one tweeting, "I can't believe they're ruining Mortal Kombat like this. This is an absolute disgrace."
But others are more open to the idea, with some even praising Netherrealm Studios for taking a risk with their new game. "I have no idea what to expect from Immortal Friendship, but I'm willing to give it a chance," another fan tweeted.
So, what can players expect from this new game? Well, according to Netherrealm Studios, Immortal Friendship will still feature the same beloved characters that fans have grown to love over the years. But instead of pitting them against each other in a brutal tournament, players will guide them through a variety of activities designed to strengthen their bonds.
The game's trailer provides a glimpse into what players can expect. We see Scorpion and Sub-Zero cooking a meal together, Raiden and Shao Kahn playing a friendly game of chess, and even Goro giving a piggyback ride to the adorable Johnny Cage.
And if that's not enough to get you excited, Netherrealm Studios has also teased that players will be able to explore a brand new world. "We've created an entirely new universe for Immortal Friendship," Boon said. "Players will be able to explore new locations and meet new characters in ways they never could in Mortal Kombat."
It's unclear at this time how the game will be received by fans, but one thing is for sure: Netherrealm Studios is betting big on Immortal Friendship. And if the trailer is any indication, this might just be the game we never knew we needed.
So, mark your calendars and get ready to engage in some friendly competition with your favorite Mortal Kombat characters. Immortal Friendship is set to release later this year, and we can't wait to see what kinds of shenanigans we'll get up to with Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and the gang.
