Mortal Kombat is a popular fighting game franchise that has been around since 1992. The series is known for its gruesome fatalities, which are finishing moves that involve the winning player performing a brutal and often bloody move on their defeated opponent. The franchise has evolved over the years, with various gameplay mechanics, characters, and storylines introduced in each new game.
Some of the subheadings that could potentially be included in a discussion of Mortal Kombat games include:
Gameplay mechanics
Mortal Kombat games have featured various gameplay mechanics over the years, including the ability to perform combos, special moves, and fatalities. Each game in the series has introduced new mechanics and tweaks to existing ones, such as the “X-Ray” moves in Mortal Kombat 9 and the “Fatal Blow” moves in Mortal Kombat 11.
Characters
The Mortal Kombat franchise is known for its large cast of characters, each with their own unique moves and personalities. Some of the series’ most iconic characters include Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, and Liu Kang.
Storyline
The Mortal Kombat games have a complex and often convoluted storyline that spans multiple dimensions and timelines. The series’ overarching plot involves the battle between the Earthrealm heroes and various villains, including the sorcerer Shang Tsung and the Outworld emperor Shao Kahn.
Graphics and design
The Mortal Kombat games have always been known for their gruesome and often graphic visuals. Each new game in the series has improved upon the graphics and design of its predecessors, with Mortal Kombat 11 featuring some of the most realistic character models and environments in the franchise.
Released Date
A confirmation of Mortal Kombat 12 was made at Warner Bros. Discovery’s earnings call for the fourth quarter of 2022, putting an end to years of speculation. It will be available sometime later in the year.
The game was revealed during a section of the call devoted to the company’s games division, which was led by Warner Bros. Discovery’s president and CEO, David Zaslav. He said that both Mortal Kombat 12 and Rocksteady’s Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League would be released this year, and that both have “ambitious launch projections.”
