Mortal Kombat

by Warner Bros

• Fatalities return to their original violent form as Mortal Kombat gives its fans what they've been demanding
• With classic 2D fighting plane, mature presentation, and up to 4 player tag-team kombat
• The deepest story mode of any fighting game as players are taken back to the original Mortal Kombat tournament
• In addition to an enhanced online feature set, Mortal Kombat introduces Co-op arcade mode and many additional modes to be announced

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002I0J998
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: April 19, 2011
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (245 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,959 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

Platform: Xbox 360 | Edition: Standard

Amazon.com

Prepare yourself to reenter the tournament in the triumphant return of Mortal Kombat. A complete reboot of the franchise, this latest iteration combines all-new mature oriented fighter gameplay with a deep story mode, improved graphics and game technology and new game modes to create a Mortal Kombat play experience like none before it. Feature details include: a storyline that takes players back to the original tournament, 4 player tag-team kombat, fatalities presented in graphic detail never imagined in earlier releases, enhanced online functionality and more.

The Mortal Kombat Players Asked For

Having literally defined the mature game category, Mortal Kombat makes a triumphant return to its violent roots in the fastest and most brutal installment to date. Fighting game players will receive the Mortal Kombat they've been asking for, with Fatalities presented in more detail than ever before.

Return to the original tournament to save the future in Mortal Kombat.
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After centuries of Mortal Kombat, Emperor Shao Kahn has finally defeated Raiden and his allies. Faced with extinction, Raiden has one last chance to save Earthrealm. To undo the Emperor's victory, he must strike Shao Kahn where he is vulnerable… the Past.

Key Game Features

• Mature Presentation - Fatalities make a triumphant return to their original violent form as Mortal Kombat gives its fans what they've been demanding. Graphic details, never before possible are presented with the most sophisticated graphics engine in MK history.
• All-New Gameplay - By returning to its classic 2D fighting plane, mature presentation, and up to 4 player tag-team kombat; Mortal Kombat introduces an all new fighting mechanic that's both accessible and provides the depth that fighting game players look for.
• Deep Story Mode - Mortal Kombat offers the deepest story mode of any fighting game. Players are taken back to the original Mortal Kombat tournament where they try to alter the events of the past in an attempt to save the future.
• Graphics & Technology - Characters, environments and fatalities have never been presented with as much gory detail as in this next generation Mortal Kombat. From internal organs to the most "realistic" blood effects, Kombat has never looked this good.
• New Game Modes - In addition to an enhanced online feature set, Mortal Kombat introduces Co-op arcade mode and many additional modes to be announced in the upcoming months.

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Product Description

With a return to the mature presentation and classic 2D fighting plane, Mortal Kombat is the most accessible and competitive MK game coming to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Mortal Kombat further extends the brutal experience with a visually striking story mode that will rewrite the ancient history of the Mortal Kombat Tournament. After centuries of Mortal Kombat, Emperor Shao Kahn has finally defeated Raiden and his allies. Faced with extinction, Raiden has one last chance. To undo the Emperor's victory, he must strike Shao Kahn where he is vulnerable...The Past.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

105 of 107 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive Mortal Kombat Game!!! April 19, 2011

By M. & S. N.

Platform for Display:Xbox 360|Edition:Standard

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

In late 1992 I walked into an Arcade at the age of 10 years old. At the time Arcade gaming was enjoying quite a bit of success at family fun parks, and this Birthday trip was about to introduce me to one of the greatest series to every hit the arcades and consoles.

To this day I still want to hit Block, Up, Up to finish characters off when I play as my man Scorpion...however, the urge to play any kind of Mortal Kombat has long since left. After MKII and MK3 things got pretty rocky in the "quality/fun" department of the Mortal Kombat series. I played many of the games, but the last 3 offerings I haven't bothered more than a few minutes playing.

THIS GAME however has changed ALL of that!!

This my friends is THE Mortal Kombat game that fans have been wanting and missing all these years. This is an absolute, all out feature fest of fighting modes and options. The challenge mode alone has over 300 options to play through and the customized modes have literally an endless supply of options to tweak the game as you see fit.

All the classic characters and favorites included in the game are well represented. All of the costumes are here too...from the 90's style uniforms to unlock-able classics and sweet special outfits. No one will regret this purchase. If you want THE BEST fighting game of recent memory (and yes I play them all) along with the most diverse set of options and FUN modes, then this is your ticket.

The extreme and even "offensive" (haha) violence, awesome sound, and immense fun is finally back with a wonderful new fighting engine and all the things that made a 10 year old boy spend hundreds of quarters at the arcade all those years ago. Mortal Kombat has FINALLY returned!!!

Note: Ignore the one star review. If it doesn't get deleted by Amazon in the first place, the guy has no clue what he's talking about...which is obvious. The Xbox 360 version actually has slightly sharper textures, and a Cleaner and Darker look to it..not to mention better lighting/shadow casting. This is from a side by side comparison..and a GPU based difference in the two games. You can visit lensoftruth.com to see the difference if you want. I'm not bashing the PS3 version though, it is basically equal to the 360 version and vice versa. You are buying one beauty of a game on EITHER console.

51 of 56 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Some Mortal Honesty for Xbox Owners April 19, 2011

By T. R. Kanavy

Platform for Display:Xbox 360| Edition:Standard|Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

No Second Fiddle Here

I am writing this review to hopefully put some minds at ease. I wrote the first review on Mortal Kombat for PS3 after I played the game into the wee hours of the morning. I gave it high praise on that system (feel free to read it if you want to hear my actual opinion of the game, It absolutely applies to you 360 owners, too). I even mentioned Kratos being a cool edition to the game and all the things I appreciated about the game. However, I noticed there are some reviews on here blasting the game on the 360 console for some reason. I have no idea why people are loyal to a console to the point where they must disparage another product. I guess being anonymous makes it okay for some to be dishonorable and deceiving about the product, but I digress from what I came here to tell you.

The game on 360 is excellent. I find it to be just as fun, and the online experience (the reason I got a 360 copy) is rich and enjoyable right from the get-go. I actually prefer using the 360 controller for competitive matches, a mere preference of mine.

About Kratos

I know a lot of 360 owners are bummed about not getting an exclusive character. In fact this is the only legitimate area where the PS3 has an advantage in my opinion. I can tell you that while Kratos is cool, he is only available to use in the versus mode and does not affect the main store aspects. He does fit in nicely with the Mortal Kombat universe and has spiffy special moves and fatalities. So maybe check them out on You-Tube for a grin and go back to the rich and fully-satisfying Xbox version. After all, you are not missing much, certainly not enough for me to deduct a star. You do get to use your custom avatar in the online King of the Hill Mode, which is rather cool, too.

If you have any questions about either game on either system, feel free to leave a comment and I'll be happy to answer as soon I can. Till then, enjoy the excellent experience that is Mortal Kombat.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic reborn. April 19, 2011

By Piper

Platform for Display:Xbox 360|Edition:Standard

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Having just picked this up I've had a couple of hours to test drive it before heading off to work. I'll be sure to update this review over the next few days when I have a more definite opinion but wanted to give the Amazon crowd my initial thoughts.

So far, I'm in love with the game. Playing locally against a friend is a blast and takes me back. Call me sentimental, but this game takes me back to my childhood playing against my brother when mom and dad weren't around (we had to convince them it wasn't to violent). As soon as you finish your first fight you'll have a smile on your face and be looking for another.

The violence and sound really are what sell this game from the get go. It takes the game back to its roots and some of the fatalities are simply amazing. With plenty of unlocks and various single player content, one will have a lot to do in this new version.

The graphics look fine on my HD TV, while they are not the greatest they are far from bad. As a previous reviewer stated, both consoles are about even and graphics are actually pretty impressive (comparing it to other fighting games).

With that said, I still need to explore the single player more for the review to be truly fair. But lets be honest, this game is designed to be played locally with friends and at that it succeeds. This will definitely be a go to game any time your looking to get a few friends together and have a good time.