While this version represented a complete package at the time, it was the final state before the release of Mortal Kombat 11: Ultimate in November 2020. That subsequent update added , bringing fan favorites Mileena and Rain , along with guest star Rambo, to the final 37-character roster.

By late 2020, Mortal Kombat 11 had cemented itself as a titan of the fighting game genre. The update served as a significant bridge, refining the experience just before the massive Ultimate relaunch. The Content Peak: Aftermath and Beyond

By September 2020, the game had already seen its first major expansion, Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath , which added a three-hour cinematic epilogue following Fire God Liu Kang’s attempt to secure a new timeline. The roster at this stage was formidable, featuring:

For many, the v09.29.2020 build remains a nostalgic marker of when the Aftermath story was the "new" conclusion and the community was still buzzing with speculation about who would fill the final slots of the roster.

The Official MK11 Release Notes for this specific version focused on seasonal content and quality-of-life improvements:

Shang Tsung , Nightwolf , Sindel , and guest fighters The Joker , Spawn , and the Terminator T-800.

Fujin, Sheeva , and the iconic guest RoboCop , voiced by original actor Peter Weller.

General fixes for Co-Op Tower lobbies and UI snapping issues. The Bridge to "Ultimate"