So, I’ve been itching to get my hands on the new Mortal Kombat 1, like, really itching. But as always, the question is, do I fork out the cash for it, or is there a chance it’ll land on Game Pass? I mean, who doesn’t love saving a few bucks, right?
Diving into the Research
First things first, I hit up my browser. I typed in “Mortal Kombat 1 Game Pass” and started sifting through the results. You know, the usual mix of official pages, gaming news sites, and some forum discussions.

Initially, things were looking grim. Most articles were saying that Mortal Kombat 1 was unlikely to be on Game Pass at launch. Bummer. I scrolled through a few more pages, and the consensus seemed to be the same. No Game Pass for Mortal Kombat 1, at least not right away.
I was reading in a forum. They said that the developer, NetherRealm Studios, and the publisher, Warner Bros., have a history. But they haven’t exactly been putting their newer games on Game Pass recently.
Digging Deeper
But I’m not one to give up easily. I decided to dig a little deeper. I checked out the official Xbox website, and then I jumped into the Game Pass section. I looked at the list of upcoming games. No sign of Mortal Kombat 1 anywhere.
Feeling a bit defeated, I took to social media. I figured maybe some insiders or hardcore fans might have some hidden info. I scoured Twitter, browsed through a few gaming subreddits, and even checked out some Discord servers. Nada. Nothing concrete.
Weighing the Options
After all that, I had to face the facts. It looks like if I want to play Mortal Kombat 1, I’ll probably have to buy it. At least for now. Who knows, maybe it’ll show up on Game Pass later down the line, but I’m not holding my breath.
So, I sat back and thought about my options. Do I bite the bullet and buy the game? Or do I wait and see if it eventually comes to Game Pass? It’s a tough call.
The Decision
In the end, I decided to buy the game. I mean, it’s Mortal Kombat! The hype is real, and I don’t want to miss out. Plus, I’ve got a few friends who are definitely getting it, and I want to get it and join in on the fun.
So, there you have it. My quest to find out if Mortal Kombat 1 would be on Game Pass. It was a bit of a rollercoaster, but I’m stoked to finally play the game. Time to practice those fatalities!