With all that in mind, PC is no longer a platform where fighting games go to die. It's also worth noting that the PC version of Mortal Kombat 1 is not developed internally, and will instead be handled by QLOC, a studio that previously worked on Mortal Kombat 12, and Mortal Kombat X. If you want to play a little devil's advocate here, you could say that NetherRealm simply doesn't want players to dig deeper into the game's code and leak upcoming fighters, or play the game for longer than the developer intends (a problem Street Fighter 6 suffered from pre-release). This is a little silly, considering the PC version is priced $70, just like its console counterparts. The beta, which is taking place sometime in August, is advertised as a pre-order bonus - but only for PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. While it may be understandable that PC players are being left out of the stress test, it doesn't make sense that they're also going to miss out on the game's beta. If you're chosen, you'll get an email on June 21. It's also limited to players in North America, Latin America, Brazil, and Europe, and will not support cross-play.

Registering for the test does not guarantee entry. The stress test is strictly meant to identify any potential problems with the game's online play, and is only available from Friday, June 23 until Monday, June 26. The limited test, which you can sign up for now, will only be available on PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Since then, the developer confirmed that it will not be available on PC. NetherRealm just announced an upcoming, closed online stress test for the game.

Mortal Kombat 1 looks solid, but why give PC players the cold shoulder? Unfortunately, those of us on PC won't be getting as much love pre-release as the other platforms. Everyone is rightfully excited about Mortal Kombat 1, and long-time fans in particular are thrilled to see NetherRealm draw from the PS2 era of Mortal Kombat.

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