Mortal Kombat

Mortal Kombat is a fighting game franchise originally created by Ed Boon and John Tobias for Midway Games in 1992. The franchise has a reputation for its over the top violence and finishing moves called fatalities which result in comically gruesome kills. The series immense popularity has helped it evolve into other mediums like comic books, spin-off games, television shows, and multiple film adaptations, both live action and animated.

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The Last of Us Part 1 Includes New Mortal Kombat Easter Egg

The remake of The Last of Us Part 1 came out recently, and while fans have been getting to grips with it, there has been a special Easter egg spotted.

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6 Weirdest Fighting Game Comics

The fighting genre in video games is a popular one, so much so that writers have adapted them into comics with a plot, making it pretty bizarre

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9 Mortal Kombat Characters With The Most Spectacular Hair

Many of the character designs from the Mortal Kombat franchise are famous. It's no surprise that several of them sport iconic hairstyles.

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Mortal Kombat: The 30th Anniversary Ultimate Bundle Leaks

A leak reveals an interesting retail bundle that includes the latest Mortal Kombat game and a film that should prove a controversial choice.

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7 Most Iconic Blind Video Game Characters

There haven't been all too many blind video game characters over the years. But, the ones that do exist are incredibly iconic.

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Mortal Kombat – 10 Kombatants Who Realistically Wouldn’t Last 5 Minutes

In a universe populated by Elder Gods, necromancers, and revenant demon hellspawn, a plucky attitude and a black belt just aren't going to cut it.

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Mortal Kombat Kitana MultiVersus Mockup Gets Attention From Developer

A Mortal Kombat fan shows off what Kitana would look like in the crossover title Multiversus, which catches the eye of one of the game's developers.

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Mortal Kombat: The 13 Most Powerful Kombatants, Ranked

You don't wan't to get into a fist fight with anyone on the Mortal Kombat roster. Especially these fighters.

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Mortal Kombat Movie Sequel in the Works

After reports that another Mortal Kombat movie could be in the works, Simon McQuoid confirms that a sequel is currently on the way.

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Study Reveals the Most Popular Video Game Movies Around the World

A recent study looks at the popularity of video game movie adaptations based on the frequency of internet searches in countries around the world.

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Exploring Cloning Tropes In Science Fiction

The concept of perfectly replicating an organic being has seen a lot of play in sci-fi, but there are a few common hallmarks of the concept.

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The Best PS1 Fighting Games, Ranked By How Well They Hold Up

They might look a little rough around the edges, but the gameplay on offer in these classic PS1 fighting games still holds up surprisingly well today.

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Why The Future of Injustice Games is So Uncertain

Gamers eagerly await the next Injustice game from NetherRealm Studios, but the future of DC Comics' superhero series is fraught with uncertainty.

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10 Fastest Video Game Characters

Plenty of video game characters are known for their speed. Many of them, however, can't hold a candle to these speedsters.

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The Biggest Controversies in Mortal Kombat History

Since its debut in 1992, Mortal Kombat has been one of the biggest sources of controversy within the gaming industry, but it's not all warranted.

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7 Video Game Franchises That Changed Developers & Remained Great

A lot of franchises have suffered after their development team changed, however these franchises either improved or remained great.

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Mortal Kombat 11 Characters Who Probably Won't Appear in MK12

Although Mortal Kombat 12 hasn't been announced yet, its roster is sure to be impressive, but it'll likely cut a good portion of MK11's fighters.

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Mortal Kombat 12 Should Feature a Roguelike Game Mode

The Mortal Kombat series has experimented with its modes plenty in the past, but the modern gear-focused era is perfect for a roguelike mode.

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12 Iconic Fighting Game Moves Based On Real Techniques

Martial arts have had a lot of influence on fighting games. Here are just a few iconic moves that have their roots in real-world disciplines.

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PlayStation Trophies That Take the Longest Real-World Time to Unlock

There are certain PlayStation trophies which can only be obtained by waiting until they pop, and no amount of luck or skill can assist players.