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Above: The latest Mortal Kombat trailer focuses on Liu Kang gameplay

In addition to crafting the fight stick, PDP will also be sponsoring the first official Mortal Kombat Tournament in North America. If you’re confident in your skills and hungry for a taste of the $21,000 in prizes up for grabs, the tournament will take place at Bally’s Casino in Las Vegas on May 14 and 15. To register for the tournament and see the rules,head here.

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