Fans of the iconic fighting game series are in for a treat as Mortal Kombat 1 introduces Omni-Man as a guest character in its Official Kombat Pack DLC. The excitement reaches new heights with the confirmation that J.K. Simmons, the original voice of Omni-Man from the Amazon Prime Video series Invincible, will reprise his role in the game. This news has stirred considerable anticipation among the gaming community, eager to experience the authentic voice of this formidable character.
Mortal Kombat Creator Confirms J.K. Simmons for Mortal Kombat 1
The full roster for Mortal Kombat 1 has been unveiled, showcasing an impressive lineup that includes the base roster, Kameo Fighters, and the characters featured in the Kombat Pack. While the game's teasers have given fans a glimpse of the 3D models inspired by their 2D counterparts, there has been no official announcement regarding the voice cast until recently. This left enthusiasts curious about whether they would hear their favorite characters' authentic voices in the upcoming title.
However, during an engaging interview at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 with Skybound, Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon confirmed the exciting news: J.K. Simmons will indeed voice Omni-Man in Mortal Kombat 1. This revelation has significantly heightened the anticipation surrounding the game's release.
Omni-Man joins the fray as part of the Official Kombat Pack, adding another layer of excitement for fans. When questioned about what players can expect from Omni-Man's inclusion, Ed Boon remained tight-lipped on specifics. Nevertheless, he assured that fans can look forward to engaging gameplay videos and thrilling 'hype' videos as the game approaches its launch date on September 19, 2023, especially with the arrival of Omni-Man.