Fans of both Mortal Kombat and the Amazon Prime Video series Invincible have reason to celebrate as J.K. Simmons, the original voice of Omni-Man, joins the roster of Mortal Kombat 1 through the game's Official Kombat Pack DLC. This exciting addition brings a beloved character to the iconic fighting game, enhancing the experience with Simmons' authentic voice acting.
Mortal Kombat Creator Confirmed J.K. Simmons for Mortal Kombat 1
Mortal Kombat 1's full character roster has been unveiled, including base characters, Kameo Fighters, and those featured in the Kombat Pack. While the game's teasers have shown that the 3D models are inspired by their 2D counterparts, there's been no official announcement regarding the voice cast for Mortal Kombat 1—until now. Fans have been eager to learn whether the characters will retain their iconic voices in the new installment.
At San Diego Comic-Con 2023, during an interview with Skybound, Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon confirmed that J.K. Simmons will indeed voice Omni-Man in the game. Known for his role in the Invincible series on Amazon Prime Video, Simmons' involvement promises to bring a new level of excitement to the game.
Omni-Man is set to join the fray as part of Mortal Kombat 1's Official Kombat Pack DLC. While Ed Boon did not provide specific details on what to expect from Omni-Man in the game, he hinted that fans can look forward to gameplay and 'hype' videos leading up to the game's launch on September 19, 2023. These videos are expected to ramp up the excitement, particularly with the addition of Omni-Man.
