Mortal Kombat 2 promises tournament structure and intense fatalities

A long-time fan of Mortal Kombat is feeling hopeful about the upcoming sequel. The fan recalls enjoying the original game and movie from 1992 and 1995, respectively. They believe the 1995 film remains one of the best video game films ever. After initially not liking the 2021 remake, they have grown to appreciate it more but expect the new sequel to be even better. Fans criticized the 2021 film for lacking a tournament, which is central to Mortal Kombat's story. The sequel promises to include a tournament structure, with a scoring system that raises the stakes. Series co-creator Ed Boon confirmed there will be consequences during the tournament, making it more exciting. Shao Khan, a key antagonist, is expected to be portrayed more impressively in the new film. The casting of bodybuilder Martyn Ford as Shao Khan has generated excitement among fans. The film also plans to feature beloved character Johnny Cage more prominently, potentially adding a lighter tone to the movie. Fans are hopeful the sequel will include even more intense and creative fatalities. Director Simon McQuoid plans to take full advantage of IMAX technology and has stated the intention to make the film bigger and bolder. Finally, the upcoming Mortal Kombat movie doesn't face much competition from earlier films. While the original 1995 movie holds a special place in fans' hearts, there's a belief that the new sequel can surpass it. The fan is optimistic about Mortal Kombat 2, eager to see how it will turn out.