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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Ed Boon Shares More 'Mortal Kombat' Vita Details; New Challenge Tower
'Mortal Kombat' Creative Director Ed Boon discusses how the team at NetherRealm adapted one of last year's best fighters to Sony's new handheld, the Vita.
'Mortal Kombat: Komplete Edition' Gets Official Release Date
Warner Bros. Interactive has officially confirmed rumors that NetherRealm Studios is set to release the 'Mortal Kombat: Komplete Edition' (with all post-launch DLC and other bonuses) on February 28th.
The 2011 The Best War Games Video Game Awards: Nominations
What video games stood out from the rest in 2011? Check out the official nominations for the 2011 The Best War Games Video Game Awards to find out!
'Mortal Kombat' Is the Most Successful in the Series; 3 Million Units Sold
According to Warner Bros. Interactive, the newest 'Mortal Kombat' is now the best selling game in the series and the best selling fighting game this year with over 3 million units sold.
'Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection' Invading PSN & XBLA Realms Next Week
Following the success of the mega-hit 'Mortal Kombat' reboot (aka 'Mortal Kombat 9'), NetherRealm Studios is feeding fan nostalgia with the 'Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection' - due next week at a bargain price.
Freddy Krueger Invades 'Mortal Kombat' in New Trailer
Learn a little of the backstory and see some of Freddy Krueger's skill set in this new trailer for the 'Mortal Kombat' DLC that releases to tomorrow.
Ed Boon: More 'MK 9' DLC Possible; Next 'Mortal Kombat' Game Will Be 2D
We spoke with 'Mortal Kombat' creator Ed Boon at Comic Con 2011 regarding the possibility of more 'Mortal Kombat' DLC characters and what to expect from the next title in the 'MK' series.
Michael Myers and Jason Considered for 'Mortal Kombat' DLC
Hot on the heels of the announcement of Freddy Kreuger as the fourth DLC character for 'Mortal Kombat,' NetherRealm Studios has revealed other potential slasher film candidates.
The Best War Gameser Banter: Ultimate MvC, Arkham City, Bulletstorm, Mortal Kombat & Zelda
The The Best War Games team discusses the 'Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom' announcement, 'Arkham City' DLC, Epic Games' financial flop, a horror icon in 'Mortal Kombat,' and Nintendo's formula shift for Link.
Top 5 'Mortal Kombat' DLC Characters We'd Like to See
'Mortal Kombat' has received its first new DLC character - with three more arriving in the coming weeks. With one DLC spot still unannounced, we list-off the top five picks we'd like to see included.
Mortal Kombat DLC: Skarlet; Free Klassic Sektor & Cyrax Skins on June 21
NetherRealm Studios continues to churn-out content for the 'Mortal Kombat' reboot with Skarlet debuting tomorrow - alongside free Klassic versions of cyborg assassins Cyrax and Sektor.
'Mortal Kombat' DLC Season Pass Available
The newest DLC for Mortal Kombat is still coming, but if you're looking for a good deal, NetherRealm Studios is also offering "season pass." Read on for more.
'Mortal Kombat' Balance Tweaks Detailed in Stealth Update
NetherRealm Studios has released an aggressive stealth update to 'Mortal Kombat' that addresses a number of exploits and offers substantial balancing tweaks.
Online Pass Requirement Suspended for 'Mortal Kombat' on PS3
With the PlayStation Store not yet online, NetherRealm Studios has temporarily suspended the online pass requirement for 'Mortal Kombat' on the PS3.
10 Fun Ways to Stop Video Game Piracy
What kinds of anti-piracy implementations could you imagine? Read on to find out what we thought up for the future of video games.
Top 10 Fatalities Of Mortal Kombat 9 (2011)
With the newest Mortal Kombat game out, fans have had a chance to see how the Fatalities have evolved since the olden days of the arcade. But which of the newest set are the best? We count down the top ten Fatalities of the newest Mortal Kombat.
NetherRealm Rebalancing 'Mortal Kombat' Without a Patch
'Mortal Kombat' creator Ed Boon discusses rebalancing 'Mortal Kombat' without a patch - remove infinite exploits and make room for future DLC offerings.
Awesome 'Mortal Kombat' Character Art
A collection of art for many of Mortal Kombat's finest characters. Pick your favorite and add to the collection with your suggestions!
Top Ten Worst 'Mortal Kombat' Fatalities
While Mortal Kombat Fatalities usually manage to shock and sometimes disgust players, sometimes they fail to do so, or even to impress at all. Here are the top ten worst fatalities of the series.
Mortal Kombat DLC Confirmed: Kenshi & Scarlet Coming 'Pretty Soon'
NetherRealm Studios isn't merely content to ride out the current buzz surrounding the latest 'Mortal Kombat,' they're already putting the finishing touches on Scarlet and Kenshi - two new DLC kombatants.