Secret Fighter Added to Mortal Kombat 1 with Rock Legend Nod

This week, Mortal Kombat 1 rolled out a major update that introduced Conan the Barbarian into the fray, much to the excitement of fans. However, there was an unannounced surprise that has taken the community by storm—a secret fighter named Floyd, dressed in pink and embodying the spirit of a ninja. Far from being a mere jest, Floyd is a legitimate addition to the roster.

Floyd pays homage to the iconic rock band Pink Floyd, drawing inspiration from the cover art of their album "The Dark Side of the Moon," which depicts the spectrum of colors resulting from light dispersion. In terms of gameplay, Floyd is a walking encyclopedia of ninja moves, borrowing techniques from other fighters. He can freeze opponents akin to Sub-Zero and wield spears like Scorpion. Adding to his uniqueness, Floyd boasts a playful nod to internet culture with exactly 1337 health points.

For long-time fans of the franchise, Floyd's inclusion might evoke a sense of déjà vu, reminiscent of Reptile's introduction in the original Mortal Kombat. Reptile, too, was a secret fighter whose moveset was a compilation of other ninjas' abilities, and he was notoriously challenging to defeat.

The community is currently buzzing with efforts to unlock encounters with Floyd, as his appearances seem to be somewhat random. Floyd does provide hints about the challenges players need to complete, but a definitive method to trigger his appearance has yet to be fully confirmed.