Mortal Kombat 1 showed an in-game image of T-1000 and showed details of Pro Tour

Let's be frank: Mortal Kombat 1's popularity is waning. Season 3 content appears canceled due to underwhelming sales, and the recently released 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 the fighting game community (FGC). Many top players have previously voiced concerns about insufficient prize money, making international travel for potentially meager earnings unsustainable.

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This year's competitive scene will likely see a division between North American and European players, with their paths converging only at EVO 2025, considered the premier fighting game tournament.

While excitement and hype are being generated, the reality behind the scenes is less optimistic. Despite the enthusiastic marketing and the intriguing in-game T-1000 teaser, the overall picture is concerning.