Mortal Kombat 1 added a secret fighter with a reference to a legendary rock band

This week's Mortal Kombat 1 update brought a surprising addition to the roster: Conan the Barbarian. But the real unexpected guest is a secret fighter – a pink-clad ninja named Floyd! No, this isn't a joke; he's a fully playable character.

Floyd is a clear nod to Pink Floyd, his very design echoing the iconic prism from The Dark Side of the Moon album cover. Interestingly, his moveset is a blend of other ninjas' techniques, borrowing attacks from Sub-Zero (freezing) and Scorpion (spear usage). Adding to the fun, he boasts a quirky 1337 health stat.

This secret character release evokes memories of Reptile, the hidden fighter in the original Mortal Kombat game. Like Reptile, Floyd's moves are a compilation of existing ninja abilities, making him a unique, albeit familiar, addition.

Unlocking Floyd currently appears to be somewhat random, though he provides clues within the game regarding required challenges. The community is actively working to decipher the exact method of triggering this encounter, with full confirmation still pending.