The excitement surrounding Mortal Kombat 1 continues to build as the game's Official Kombat Pack DLC introduces Omni-Man as a guest character, voiced by none other than J.K. Simmons. Fans of the game and the Amazon Prime Video series Invincible can rejoice as Simmons, the original voice behind Omni-Man, reprises his iconic role in the world of Mortal Kombat.
Mortal Kombat Creator Confirmed J.K. Simmons for Mortal Kombat 1
With the full roster of Mortal Kombat 1 now unveiled, including base roster characters, Kameo Fighters, and those featured in the Kombat Pack, anticipation is high. While the game's teasers have showcased 3D models based on their 2D counterparts, the voice cast for the game has remained under wraps, leaving fans eager to know if the characters' authenticity will be preserved through their voices.
However, during an interview at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 with Skybound, Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon confirmed the exciting news: J.K. Simmons will indeed be lending his voice to Omni-Man in Mortal Kombat 1. Simmons, celebrated for his portrayal of Omni-Man in the Invincible series on Amazon Prime Video, brings his distinctive voice to the game, adding a layer of authenticity and excitement for fans.
Omni-Man joins the fray as part of the Official Kombat Pack DLC. While Ed Boon didn't spill the beans on specifics regarding Omni-Man's integration into Mortal Kombat, he teased that fans can look forward to gameplay and 'hype' videos as the game approaches its launch date on September 19, 2023, particularly with the introduction of Omni-Man.