Mortal Kombat 1 released Conan the Barbarian gameplay trailer

Mortal Kombat 1 has unveiled two consecutive character reveals. Yesterday's esports trailer teased the T-1000, but the Terminator isn't the immediate addition to the roster. Instead, Conan the Barbarian takes center stage, launching next week for premium edition owners. Today's gameplay trailer showcases the Cimmerian warrior in action.

Conan's playstyle appears to center around his brute strength. Expect powerful, high-damage attacks, though agility and speed may be less pronounced. His sword's reach could compensate for this, but matchups against characters like General Shao, Omni-Man, and Homelander will be intriguing to observe.

While visually reminiscent of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Conan's fatality lacks the spectacular flair of some other MK1 finishers. A rather straightforward acid bath execution doesn't quite capture the same level of cinematic impact. Nevertheless, Conan's overall gameplay promises to be entertaining.

Premium edition owners gain early access on Tuesday, while everyone else must wait until January 28th.