Mortal Kombat 1 is wrapping up its first round of DLC characters, and as kombatants all over the globe anticipate the final character trailer, we're left to wonder what's next to extend the lifespan of the major esports competitive title. Though less than a year old, the general mood surrounding MK1 and ensuing conversations give the impression that the game, though not oppressively disdained, hasn't managed to endear itself to fans in quite the same way previous entries have asserted themselves. But why?