• Studio: Midway Games
  • Design: Ed Boon,John Tobias
  • Music: Matt Furniss
  • This Game is: 32 years old / 1993
  • Console: SNES
  • Manual: Not available
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Description

Full description: Mortal Kombat, developed by Midway Games, is a seminal arcade fighting game that debuted in 1992 and quickly became a best-seller. Known for its innovative five-button control scheme, gory finishing moves, and stunning digitized graphics, Mortal Kombat set a new standard for the genre. This game tells the story of monk Liu Kang's journey to save Earth from the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung, culminating in a bloody confrontation in the Mortal Kombat tournament. Despite the controversy surrounding its extreme violence, Mortal Kombat remains one of the most popular fighting games in history, spawning numerous sequels, spin-offs, and a successful 1995 film adaptation. With its blend of intense action, compelling characters, and innovative gameplay, Mortal Kombat is a must-play for fans of retro fighting games.

Game Controls

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