Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection release date reportedly leaked via Xbox app

The anticipated release date for Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, a curated collection of classic titles from the legendary fighting game series, has reportedly been revealed prior to any official confirmation. Various sources indicate that the compilation is set to launch on September 29, 2025. This leak originated from a listing that briefly appeared on the Xbox app, where eagle-eyed users spotted the release date over the past weekend. Screenshots shared online, including on platforms like IGN, confirm the September 29 date. However, some users reported seeing a September 30 date, likely attributed to differences in time zones across regions. Initial discussions about this information began on the r/GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit, where several users speculated that an official announcement could coincide with the Evo 2025 fighting game tournament, which kicks off on August 1 in Las Vegas. Interestingly, the Xbox listing in India still indicates a date of June 6, 2025, the same day the Legacy Kollection was initially announced during Sony’s State of Play event, hinting at potential placeholder data or discrepancies in regional updates. Developed by Digital Eclipse, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection will feature arcade, home console, and handheld versions of the first four Mortal Kombat games. Gamers can also look forward to online play capabilities and additional content, such as an interactive documentary, interviews with the original developers, and comprehensive lore archives on key characters. The collection is set to be available on an extensive array of platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Switch 2. As of now, Digital Eclipse has yet to confirm the leaked release date. In related news, Helldivers 2, a highly anticipated cooperative third-person shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios, is also making headlines. It is scheduled for release on Xbox Series X|S on August 26, 2025, marking a unique moment in the console landscape as Sony publishes one of its major titles on a competing platform.