Let's be frank: Mortal Kombat 1's popularity is waning. Season 3 content appears to be canceled due to underwhelming sales, and the recent Pro Kompetition trailer, showcasing the game's esports circuit, is underwhelming at best.
The 2025 Pro Kompetition boasts a total prize pool of $255,000. This is a relatively small sum, even within fighting game community (FGC) standards. Many top players have previously voiced concerns about the low prize money, citing the unsustainable nature of international travel for potentially meager earnings.
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This year's competitive scene will likely see a regional split, with North American and European players primarily competing in their respective regions, culminating in a showdown at EVO 2025, considered the premier fighting game tournament.
While there's a palpable attempt to generate excitement, and the inclusion of a T-1000 in-game image is intriguing, the overall picture remains rather bleak.