Eyeballistic Games, led by developer Joe Tresca, is moving forward with a remake project of Mortal Kombat Trilogy powered by Unreal Engine 5. A fresh screenshot from the ongoing work showcases a pivotal moment: Scorpion clashing with Motaro inside the infamous Bottom of the Pit arena, where chain-decorated danger lurks and, in the original game, the severed heads on spears served as a grim signature of the era.
To provide context, the same arena appears in the original Mortal Kombat Trilogy, highlighting the visual evolution the team aims to achieve with the remake. The comparison underscores the studio’s focus on preserving iconic set pieces while upgrading them with modern fidelity.
The team also reflected on a petition that circulated on Change.org, urging Warner Bros to permit continued development of the remake. The aim is to reach a broader signatory base, with a visible push toward 35,000 signatures, as momentum grows from the current level of support. This public outreach mirrors the wider fan interest in revisiting classic titles with contemporary technology while respecting intellectual property boundaries.
In their own words, the Eyeballistic team plans to recreate every scene and character in three dimensions with careful attention to detail. The commitment extends to the infamous fatalities, brutalities, friendships, and the various beasts that defined the franchise. The project team emphasizes a 4K, 60 frames per second presentation powered by Unreal Engine 5, paired with a modernization of the musical score through instrumentation that aims to deliver a cinematic experience aligned with today’s audio standards.
Recent posts from Eyeballistic Games have continued to feed the anticipation around the remake, offering fresh glimpses of the visuals. Previous releases showcased Shao Kahn in combat against Raiden, further illustrating the studio’s dedication to reimagining classic battles with contemporary polish.
The remake is planned for multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The development team promises not only improved graphical quality but also crossplay multiplayer so players on different systems can compete together, broadening the potential audience and longevity of the title.
On another front in the Mortal Kombat universe, NetherRealm Studios announced Mortal Kombat: Onslaught as a new mobile installment featuring characters from Mortal Kombat 11. Additionally, there is buzz surrounding mods that enhance the original game’s first installment, suggesting a thriving ecosystem of fan-made enhancements alongside official releases. [VG Times]