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If you’re interested in a possible Mortal Kombat 1 early access start time, we’ve covered the latest here based on recent announcements.
The Mortal Kombat 1 early access release date will begin on September 14, 2023, for those who have picked up the game’s Premium or Kollector’s Editions. There are also a bunch of additional perks in store for those who pre-order these slightly pricier versions, which you’ll be able to learn more about on our Mortal Kombat 1 pre order page. Now that we’ve had a chance to play the game following our review, we’ve also got our Mortal Kombat 1 tips ready so you have the edge when you get into the arena.
Mortal Kombat 1 early access start time
The Mortal Kombat 1 early access start time will begin at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM BST. These times were confirmed through NetherRealm Studios’ official announcement on their game’s Steam page. Keep in mind that you will only be able to enter the pre-release period if you purchased either the Premium or Kollector’s Edition of the latest series installment. Otherwise, you will have to wait for the Mortal Kombat 1 release date a few days later.
With this in mind, it’s likely that the start time on the actual release date will take place within the same window. Keep in mind, though, that this hasn’t been confirmed by NetherRealm Studios yet, so you’ll need to stay tuned for more official details about that.
When the MK1 early access start time is eclipsed, we’re going to see players around the world scramble to join the arena.
How to get Mortal Kombat 1 early access
While the full game launches on September 19, eager fighters can play the game a few days earlier, on September 14. To do so, you’ll need to purchase the Mortal Kombat 1 pre-order bonus. Depending on which version of the game you get, you can get your hands on some exclusive skins, and even a real-life 16.5-inch model of Liu Kang.
With an immersive story campaign and new game modes, Mortal Kombat 1 ushers in a new era for the reborn Mortal Kombat universe on 19th September.
We’re going to keep an eye out for the latest on Mortal Kombat 1’s early access start time, but in the meantime, you might be interested in looking out for a new fight stick for MK1. We also suggest checking out our comprehensive Mortal Kombat 1 characters list and Mortal Kombat 1 fatalities, so you know what to practice ahead of time.
