In a significant shift for the fighting game community, 2eZ has announced his retirement from competitive NetherRealm Studios titles after a decade of dedication. He made the announcement after competing at Combo Breaker 2025, stating it would be his final tournament for Mortal Kombat 1. While stepping back from MK, 2eZ will focus on training for 2XKO and Fatal Fury: CotW, expressing optimism about the future and his commitment to the competitive scene. As he embarks on this new chapter, fans can expect exciting developments in upcoming fighting games.