Although NetherRealm Studios is a name that has been historically associated primarily with the Mortal Kombat franchise, the developer has branched out and worked on other franchises, including the iconic and infamous Injustice fighting games. In the past, NetherRealm Studios has alternated between the two series, but as of writing fans seem to be unsure whether the company's next project will be a Mortal Kombat game or an Injustice game. A recent job listing may suggest that whatever NetherRealm is working on, its next AAA title could be announced sooner rather than later.
A job ad has been posted to WarnerMedia Careers seeking a temporary Assistant Producer for a full-time position dedicated to a new AAA title--a position to be based out of Chicago, Illinois, which just so happens to be where NetherRealm is based. With a third Injustice game on the table and Mortal Kombat 12 seemingly all but confirmed to be coming down the pipeline, it may not be a surprise to hear that NetherRealm is hiring for a new AAA title.
According to the job ad, the new temporary Assistant Producer must be active in the day-to-day management of the new game, manage and track assets and tasks with designated deadlines, coordinate group meetings, and "act as a coordination and communication conduit for any outside vendors working on assets for assigned teams." Although this position is temporary, the ad makes it clear that the applicant must be ready to do a lot of asset-wrangling for marketing and media campaigns. Considering NetherRealm's recent PR moves, such as Ed Boon's confirmed presence at DC FanDome, it seems the company has plans to reveal a new game in the near future.
While it's uncertain whether the new AAA game is a new Mortal Kombat game or a new Injustice game, circumstantial evidence suggests Injustice 3 may not be revealed just yet. Rumors and other job ads have suggested that Mortal Kombat 12 could be on its way sooner rather than later, which might make it the more reasonable guess. Whatever the case, it appears that NetherRealm may be getting ready for a big announcement concerning its next AAA title.
Previous job listings may suggest that Mortal Kombat 12 is in development, which could explain why NetherRealm is seeking to hire marketing and communications personnel. A new Mortal Kombat game coming out just two years after the last one would be a break from NetherRealm Studios' usual pattern, but fans of the series might be pleased to see it return early. It remains to be seen when and where the company's new AAA game will be formally announced.