{"id":32344,"date":"2023-09-12T21:25:42","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T01:25:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/?p=32344"},"modified":"2023-09-12T21:25:42","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T01:25:42","slug":"mortal-kombat-1-voice-actors-announced-just-days-out-from-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/esportbet.com\/mortal-kombat-1-voice-actors-announced-just-days-out-from-release\/","title":{"rendered":"Mortal Kombat 1 voice actors announced just days out from release"},"content":{"rendered":"

NetherRealm Studios has drip fed some more Mortal Kombat 1 news, with several voice actors named ahead of the release of the game on September 19. <\/p>\n

With the fans’ eager expectations in mind, the studio has managed to rope in some big names, ensuring that the game’s legacy continues to grow. <\/p>\n

Hollywood action star Jean-Claude Van Damme is easily the biggest addition to the cast. The Bloodsport actor will be voicing the character of Johnny Cage, a figure famously inspired by Van Damme himself. Additionally, players will have the option to feature Van Damme’s likeness as an optional skin for Johnny Cage.<\/p>\n

More: Esports games in 2023<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n

Mortal Kombat aficionados will be thrilled to learn that Ron Yuan is reprising his role, returning to voice the fan-favourite Scorpion. <\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Kaiji Tang will be lending his voice to Sub-Zero, promising to offer a refreshing take on the character’s backstory. <\/p>\n

Another interesting addition to the lineup is Yuri Lowenthal, famed for his role in Ubisoft\u2019s Prince of Persia. He will be voicing Smoke, a mysterious warrior from the Lin Kuei clan.<\/p>\n

Adding a touch of Hollywood glam, Megan Fox has been roped in to voice Nitara, the intriguing vampire warrior. <\/p>\n

Vic Chao is all set to portray Kenshi, while Matthew Yang King, known for his portrayal of Kung Lao in Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms, is slated to play Liu Kang.<\/p>\n

Talented Kari Wahlgren will have the unique challenge of voicing two characters: Kitana and her clone, Mileena. The roster is further enriched by renowned voice actors including Susan Eisenberg, Steve Blum, and Phil LaMarr, to name a few.<\/p>\n

NetherRealm Studios’ has previously said Mortal Kombat 1 will be released on September 19 for various platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. <\/p>\n

There has been little information announced about a potential Mortal Kombat 1 esports scene, although given the popular franchise has had a popular competition surrounding it, we would assume it will only grow. <\/p>\n

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