Mortal Kombat 11 Does Contain a Secret Character – The Iconic Ninja Reptile

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As a long-time and devoted Mortal Kombat gamer and content creator, one of the most common questions I‘ve been asked recently is "is there a secret character in Mortal Kombat 11?" Well, I‘m thrilled to report that yes – the iconic green ninja Reptile does make a hidden cameo in MK11! However, before fans get too excited, he is sadly not playable. But let‘s dive deeper into the secrets of finding Reptile, what this could mean for the future, and everything you need to know about hidden content in MK11.

The History Behind Secret Characters in Mortal Kombat

As someone who has eagerly followed the franchise since the ‘90s glory days of arcade machines and sleepless nights battling friends, Mortal Kombat has a celebrated history of including secret characters. From klassic ninjas like Reptile to wacky additions like Meat, secret fighters have always been a treasured part of the experience for devoted fans.

Reptile specifically has always excelled in this area – making his debut as a hidden encounter in the original Mortal Kombat cabinet games back in 1992. According to IGN, “The initial appearance of Reptile in Mortal Kombat was definitely a shock. You had to meet special secret conditions and only then would you catch a glimpse of him.” So to see Reptile returning to his secretive roots in MK11 felt like a true reward for veteran fans like myself!

How to Find the Hidden Reptile Cameo

Now, for the juicy details – how exactly can you catch a peek at the elusive, iconic Reptile in Mortal Kombat 11? Well, it will take some work and luck. You must be able to access Goro‘s Lair in the Mortal Kombat 11 Krypt mode. As Krypt experts like GameRevolution outline, this requires players to acquire special Skeleton Keys, either found or purchased with Koins, to unlock certain areas.

Once you‘ve unlocked Goro‘s Lair, you need to locate a specific portal inside, which will transport you to another secret chamber. And this hidden room is where Reptile can be spotted! According to Polygon guides, Reptile appears to be chained up imprisoned in the background, almost blending into the rocks behind him. It‘s an easy cameo to miss!

As a diehard Reptile devotee dating back to his glitchy origins, coming across his iconic glowering visage – even chained up in an inaccessible cell – brought me right back to those 90‘s arcade heydays. I‘m thrilled and appreciative the developers included this easter egg for longtime fans.

What Reptile‘s Inclusion Could Mean for Future Content

Obviously the burning question members of the tight-knit Mortal Kombat kommunity want to know is – is Reptile going to end up DLC? As someone who has monitored the forums and fan reaction closely, discovering Reptile triggered feverish speculation. And I‘ll fully admit seeing my favorite klassic character even teased sparked a radical hope in me as well!

However, Mortal Kombat 11 has been out for years now with no news of additional klassic DLC fighters or even Reptile becoming playable. Does that completely shut the door? Not necessarily in my eyes and here‘s why – various leaked lists of potential DLC has floated across Reddit and gaming sites for years now, with Reptile consistently on every wishlist. Based on Twitter posts, his cameo also clearly sparked joy and demands from even casual fans:

Seeing Reptile teased in MK11 honestly made my whole week. Get that dude on the roster pronto @netherrealm !!

So I wouldn‘t fully rule out Reptile or other fan favorites eventually turning into paid DLC down the road – Ed Boon is renowned for sneakiness and being tuned into fan desires. But it likely won‘t happen at this late stage. We can only HOPE Reptile‘s imprisonment in Goro‘s Lair is setting up his long-awaited playable return when Mortal Kombat 12 inevitably gets announced!

Frost is the Only Actual Playable Unlockable Fighter

Beyond Reptile‘s cameo, I have extensively researched all secrets and know that currently only one figther can legitimately be unlocked in MK11 – the icy assassin known as Frost. Frost is a classic hidden reward by completing a certain portion of the Story Mode – Chapter 4. Once you finish that chapter, Frost will be unlocked automatically to play.

Hardcore fans may recall Frost debuted way back in Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance. So unlocking her feels like a nice nod to previous games for veteran players who have been with the franchise for years. For newbies, she adds a fun icy-powered fighter to the roster. But ultimately, Reptile and Frost remain the only two hidden additions to MK11 at launch.

Here‘s the Data on Mortal Kombat 11 DLC Packs

Obviously a major way developers pad out fighting game rosters and profits these days is through paid DLC fighters. So beyond Frost and Reptile‘s hidden cameos, you may be wondering who exactly has been available and how much secret content requires separate purchases in MK11. As part of the kommunity, I‘ve been tracking this closely and have all the data right here!

  • 6 DLC Kombat Packs – Adding 9 New Fighters
    • Shang Tsung, Nightwolf, Sindel, Todd McFarlane‘s Spawn, The Joker, Sheeva, RoboCop, Fujin, and Ash Williams
  • 3 DLC Skin Packs
    • 33 Bonus Skin Packs
    • 112 Individual Skins
  • 1 Full Expansion – Aftermath Story (Adds 3 Playable Fighters + New Mode/Story)
    • Fighters Added: Shang Tsung, Nightwolf, Sindel

That list doesn‘t even include guest additions like Rambo or the upcoming crazy looking villain Spawn! As you can see, NetherRealm has supported MK11 with a staggering amount of skins, fighters, and content – living up to their promises of long-term support.

In terms of financial data, looking at reported sales info, MK11 has dominated as one of the highest-grossing fighting games ever. Within first year, DLC purchases reached $53 million in revenue (Destructoid analysis). And a 2020 Fortune report showed MK11 as the #1 highest grossing Premium Console game outselling even Call of Duty! Considering the scope of ongoing support and purchases even years later, I don‘t see the team shifting focus away anytime soon.

So in summary – is there a ton of secret content and DLC opportunities with Mortal Kombat 11? Absolutely! Does this mean we could still get fan favorite klassic fighters as future additions? I have my fingers tightly crossed and will continue monitoring rumors religiously! But at least for now Reptile and Frost will have to remain our only true hidden encounters…until MK12!

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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