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

Let's be frank: Mortal Kombat 1 is struggling. 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 fighting game community (FGC) standards. Previously, top players 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 North American and a European player base, converging only at EVO 2025 – the premier fighting game tournament.

While there's a palpable attempt to generate excitement, and the teased in-game T-1000 image does create some buzz, the overall picture remains concerning.