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Looking to find out about the Mortal Kombat 1 stress test? Then you have come to the right place. The latest entry in the acclaimed fighting series is fast approaching, and thanks to a stress test, a select few gamers have a small window to put it through its paces. Stress tests are a common part of a game’s development, often used to get feedback on key mechanics and online performance.
Now that the Mortal Kombat 1 stress test is here, here’s everything you need to know – from when it starts, to what you’ll need to do if you’re lucky enough to take part. Remember, as per Warner Bros. website, there is no guaranteed entry into the stress test – so if you haven’t heard by now, you may be too late. Let’s kick off.
Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test Start time and end date
According to the Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test FAQ, this round of stress testing will take place from Friday, June 23 at 11am EDT / 10am CDT / 8am PDT and runs until Monday, June 26 at 11am EDT / 10am CDT / 8am PDT.
You will be able to preload the game beforehand so that you’re ready to jump in as soon as the servers open for testing. But if you try to play the game before that, you’ll receive a “Sign in to enter this menu” error.
- A New Universe – Discover a new beginning, as crafted by the Keeper of Time and protector of Earthrealm, Fire God Liu Kang.
- Origins Reimagined – Familiar characters return with all new intertwined histories, interacting in brand new ways.
- New Kameo Fighters – Choose from a unique roster of Kameo fighting partners to assist you in battle.
- Immersive Story Campaign – Fight through a brand new story featuring your favorite Mortal Kombat characters like you’ve never seen them before.
- The Ultimate Fighting Franchise Returns – The Fight for Earthrealm is upon us. This is Mortal Kombat.
What Is the Stress Test For?
The purpose of stress tests in gaming is to put as much stress on the servers as possible and gauge how they operate. This helps the engineers evaluate the capacity of their servers and plan ahead for upgrades and tweaks so that the game can run smoothly upon launch.
For a fighting game where server feedback is extremely important, stress tests can provide a good deal of insight into how the NetCode behaves. This is even more important on high competitive levels where every frame is observed for an opening.
Is the MK1 Stress Test a Beta?
Stress tests are not considered a Beta for the game. Beta testing is different from stress testing in that it tests the game’s features and systems, as opposed to the game’s server capabilities. There is a separate Beta testing planned for Mortal Kombat 1 at a later date.
Do you need a Warner Bros. Games Account to take part in the Online Stress Test?
Yes, you will need a Warner Bros. Games Account to take part. To create an account, all you need to do is visit Account.WBGames.com.
Do you need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live Gold to play Online Stress Test?
No, a PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live Gold subscription will not be required to participate in the test.
Is the Mortal Kombat 1 Online Stress Test cross-platform?
No, as confirmed by Warner Bros. on their dedicated Mortal Kombat 1 support website, the test will not support cross-platform play.
That’s all you need to know about the Mortal Kombat 1 stress test. Nothing has been announced regarding if there will be another window to test the game ahead of the release on September 19, but we are hopeful for those who have missed this opportunity that another will come around prior to the launch date.