Not sure about the Mortal Kombat 1 characters? This guide contains a list of all characters in the highly-anticipated game, as well as those who are exclusive to the pre-order and the Kombat Pack.

Mortal Kombat 1 is the start of a brand-new era for long-time fans. Meet familiar faces and take part in explosive combat with all-new fatalities, game modes, and more. The overall fighting system has also received a rehaul, bringing a fresh approach to each battle. The Mortal Kombat Universe has been reborn by the Fire God, Liu Kang – so, are you ready to fight?

For more information about Mortal Kombat 1, you can visit the game’s official website or download the game on Steam. If you’re looking for new games to play, take a look at our Monster Hunter Now Small Monsters guide, Ever Legion tier list, and our Blade Ball Best Ability guide.

Mortal Kombat 1 Characters Guide

So, who can you play as in Mortal Kombat 1?

Mortal Kombat 1 Characters

  • Mileena
  • Scorpion
  • Kitana
  • Johnny Cage
  • Homelander
  • Sindel
  • Shao Khan
  • Omni Man
  • Peacemaker
  • Cyrax
  • Sub Zero
  • Raiden
  • Liu Kang
  • Geras
  • Reptile
  • Havik
  • Ashrah
  • Ermac
  • Quan Chi
  • Takeda
  • Li Mei
  • Tanya
  • Shujinko
  • Darrius
  • Frost
  • Goro
  • Jax Briggs
  • Sareena
  • Sektor
  • Stryker
  • Motaro
  • Kung Lao
  • Shang Tsung
  • Kano
  • Kenshi
  • Smoke
  • Rain
  • Baraka

Pre-Order Exclusive Characters

Kombat Pack Characters

  • Peacemaker
  • Omni-Man
  • Quan Chi
  • Takeda
  • Ermac
  • Homelander

How to Unlock Certain Characters

Majority of the characters are readily available for players from the get-go. However, some characters will need to be unlocked by progressing through the game and increasing your Account Level. Luckily, it’s not too difficult to obtain the characters in the list below, but it’ll take a little time to get them!

  • Havik
    • You need complete Story Mode to unlock Havik (all 15 chapters!)
  • Scorpion (Kameo)
  • Sub-Zero (Kameo)
  • Kung Lao (Kameo)
  • Shujinko (Kameo)
  • Motaro (Kameo)