Mortal Kombat
Short Overview
Released in 1992, Mortal Kombat is one of the most influential fighting games in arcade history. Digitized footage of real actors, spectacular special moves, and the infamous Fatality finishers pushed the genre to an entirely new level. The game was a massive hit and laid the foundation for a video game franchise that remains popular to this day.
Basics
- Release1992
- DeveloperMidway Games
- GenreFighting
- Players1–2 players
- HardwareMidway T-Unit
Playable Fighters
At the end of the tournament, two fearsome bosses await:
Objective
Choose a fighter and battle your way through the legendary Mortal Kombat tournament. Each defeated opponent brings tougher challenges, until you finally have to face the game's bosses. Matches are won best-of-three rounds, where fast reflexes, precise timing, and the use of special attacks decide the victor.
Fun Facts
- The characters' movements were digitized from real actors, a groundbreaking technique at the time.
- The game introduced the legendary Fatality, which became the series' most iconic trademark.
- The hidden fighter Reptile could be unlocked by meeting special conditions.
- The game's violent content sparked major controversy, which contributed to the creation of the video game rating system in the United States.
Why Did It Become Legendary?
Mortal Kombat opened a new era for fighting games. Its cinematic presentation, spectacular battles, iconic characters, and memorable sounds made it one of the most popular cabinets in arcades. The series has remained a defining force in the video game industry for more than three decades.
Who Is It For?
For those who love intense one-on-one battles, spectacular special moves, and classic arcade atmosphere. Mortal Kombat remains one of the most iconic and popular fighting game classics today.