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Mortal Kombat is a video game franchise originally developed and produced by Midway Games. The video games are a series of fighting games and several action-adventure games which debuted in North American arcades on October 8, 1992 with the release of Mortal Kombat, created by Ed Boon and John Tobias. Mortal Kombat titles have been released on numerous different video game consoles, handheld game consoles, and personal computer platforms and is considered one of the best-selling video game franchises of all time with over 26 million games sold. The games have appeared on every major video game console produced since its debut including every console created by Sony and Microsoft, every console produced by Sega since the Sega Genesis (as well as the Master System in Europe and South America), and every console produced by Nintendo, bar the Wii U, since the Super NES. Turbo Technologies Inc. (TTI) was offered exclusive rights to Mortal Kombat but NEC turned it down.

Since their release, many of the video games have been re-released on multiple platforms or included as part of compilation packages. The characters have also made cameo appearances in several other games. The video game series includes 24 differently named games, eleven of which are original fighting games, three of which are action-adventure games, and ten others which are re-releases, upgrades and ports. Along with the video game series three feature films, an animated and live-action television series, two books, and several comic books have been produced for the franchise. The first feature film was considered a major success and grossed roughly $70 million in the United States, and an estimated $122 million worldwide.

Video games

Main series

1993 – Game Boy, Game Gear, Genesis, Master System, Super NES 1994 – Amiga, MS-DOS, Sega CD 2004 – Mobile phone, PlayStation 2, Xbox 2006 – Windows

  • The game was not specifically released on the PlayStation 2 and Xbox but rather it was released as part of the Limited Edition version of Mortal Kombat: Deception. The game was also released in 2006 as part of the Midway Arcade Treasures Deluxe Edition compilation. 1994 – Amiga, Game Boy, MS-DOS, 32X, Game Gear, Genesis, Master System, Super NES 1996 – PlayStation, Sega Saturn 2004 – GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox 2005 – PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, Xbox 2006 – Windows 2007 – PlayStation 3 (PlayStation Network)
  • The game was not specifically released on the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox in 2004 but instead was included in the Midway Arcade Treasures 2 compilation and was later released again as part of the Midway Arcade Treasures: Extended Play for the PlayStation Portable and the Midway Arcade Treasures Deluxe Edition for PCs.
  • The game was not specifically released on the PlayStation 2 and Xbox in 2005 but instead was playable in Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks either by a cheat code or by doing certain hidden missions. 1996 – MS-DOS, Game Gear, Master System 2004 – GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox 2005 – PlayStation Portable 2006 – Windows
  • The game was not specifically released on the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox in 2004 but instead was included in the Midway Arcade Treasures 2 compilation and was later released again as part of the Midway Arcade Treasures: Extended Play for the PlayStation Portable and the Midway Arcade Treasures Deluxe Edition for PCs.

1998 – Nintendo 64, Windows, PlayStation 1999 – Game Boy Color

  • Last released Mortal Kombat arcade game

  • A second Game Boy Advance port titled Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition was released starting on August 25, 2003. 2005 – GameCube

  • Renamed as Mortal Kombat: Mystification in France due to translation issues.

  • The game was released with two limited editions, one for each system. The PlayStation 2 version was released with a "Premium Edition" and the Xbox version was released with a "Kollector's Edition". Each limited edition contained the original Mortal Kombat game among other limited items.

2007 – Wii

  • The PlayStation 2 version of the game had a limited "Premium Edition" with four unique box fronts, a playable version of the original Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, and several other extras.

  • A crossover game with Mortal Kombat characters and DC Comics characters. 2012 – PlayStation Vita 2013 – Windows

  • First game in the Mortal Kombat series to not be developed and produced by Midway Games.

  • Developed by NetherRealm Studios, formerly known as Midway Studios - Chicago.

  • Developed by NetherRealm Studios.

  • Developed by NetherRealm Studios.

  • Developed by NetherRealm Studios.

Spin-offs

  • An spin-off action-adventure game and the first non-fighting Mortal Kombat game.
  • An spin-off action-adventure game and the second non-fighting Mortal Kombat game.
  • An spin-off action-adventure game and the third non-fighting Mortal Kombat game.
  • An arcade port of Mortal Kombat II can be unlocked in the game via completing hidden missions or by a cheat code.
  • An spin-off action-adventure beat 'em up role-playing game and the fourth non-fighting Mortal Kombat game.
  • Developed by NetherRealm Studios.

Updated versions

1996 – Super NES, Genesis, Sega Saturn 2006 – Xbox 360 (Xbox Live Arcade)

  • Upgraded version of Mortal Kombat 3 1997 – MS-DOS, Windows, Sega Saturn 1998 – Game.com
  • Second upgraded version of Mortal Kombat 3
  • Upgraded version of Mortal Kombat 4
  • The Game Boy Advance version of Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3
  • The second GBA version of Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance
  • The PSP version of Mortal Kombat: Deception
  • Re-release of Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 on the Nintendo DS with additional features
  • An upgraded version containing all DLCs released for the 2011 Mortal Kombat
  • Mobile version of Mortal Kombat X
  • An upgraded version containing all DLCs released for Mortal Kombat X
  • This expansion includes an additional story mode, three new characters, new stages, and the return of stage fatalities and the friendship finishing move
  • An upgraded version containing all DLCs released for Mortal Kombat 11 with the free upgrade for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
  • Story expansion for Mortal Kombat 1 including a new story campaign and Kombat Pack 2 content.
  • Bundle including the base game, Khaos Reigns story expansion, Kombat Packs, and additional content.

Compilations and bundles

  • A compilation of Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat II.
  • A bundle of Mortal Kombat: Deception, Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks, and Mortal Kombat: Armageddon. 2012 – Windows
  • A compilation of Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 with online play.
  • A compilation of Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, Mortal Kombat 3, Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 WaveNet, Mortal Kombat Trilogy, Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero, Mortal Kombat 4, Mortal Kombat: Special Forces, Mortal Kombat Advance, Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance and Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition. Developed by Digital Eclipse.
  • A bundle of Mortal Kombat XL, Mortal Kombat 11: Ultimate, and Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition.

Films and television

  • Animated film released by Threshold Entertainment as a tie-in to the Mortal Kombat feature film
  • Feature film based on the video game series.
  • Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson.
  • Also known as Mortal Kombat: The Animated Series.
  • Animated TV series based on the video game series.
  • 13 total episodes shown from September to December 1996.
  • Produced by Threshold Entertainment.
  • Second feature film based on the video game series.
  • Directed by John R. Leonetti.
  • Live action TV series based on the video game series.
  • 22 total episodes aired between 1998 and 1999.
  • Produced by Threshold Entertainment in association with New Line Television.
  • Syndicated by Warner Bros. Television Distribution and later picked up by TNT.
  • Live action web series created after the Mortal Kombat: Rebirth pitch to Warner Bros.
  • Directed by Kevin Tancharoen.
  • Animated film by Warner Bros. Animation.
  • Feature reboot film directed by Simon McQuoid.
  • Animated film by Warner Bros. Animation.
  • Animated film by Warner Bros. Animation.
  • Animated film by Warner Bros. Animation.

Printed media

Novels

TitleRelease dateAuthorPublisherPagesISBN
Mortal Kombat1995Kevin Droney, Martin DelrioTor Books216
Mortal Kombat Annihilation1998Jerome PreislerTorkids95

Comics

IssuesTitleRelease datePublisher
1Mortal Kombat Collector's Edition1992Midway
1Mortal Kombat II Collector's Edition1993Midway
6Mortal Kombat: Blood & Thunder1994Malibu Comics
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3Mortal Kombat: Goro, Prince of Pain1994Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition1994Malibu Comics
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6Mortal Kombat: Battlewave1995Malibu Comics
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2Mortal Kombat: U.S. Special Forces1995Malibu Comics
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3Mortal Kombat: Rayden and Kano1995Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition II1995Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Baraka1995Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Kung Lao1995Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Kitana and Mileena1995Malibu Comics
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1Mortal Kombat 4 Limited Edition1997Midway
1Mortal Kombat VS DC Universe: Beginnings2008DC Comics
36Mortal Kombat X: Blood Ties2015DC Comics
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1Mortal Kombat: Onslaught2023DC Comics

Music

TitleRelease dateLengthLabel
Mortal Kombat II: Music from the Arcade Game Soundtrack199338:44Midway
Mortal Kombat: The AlbumMay 31, 199438:27Virgin Records
Mortal Kombat: Original Motion Picture SoundtrackAugust 15, 199568:28TVT Records
Mortal Kombat: Original Motion Picture ScoreOctober 11, 199542:01Rykodisc
Mortal Kombat: More KombatNovember 5, 199667:10TVT Records
Mortal Kombat Annihilation – Original Motion Picture SoundtrackOctober 28, 199779:11TVT Records
Mortal Kombat Musik: MK3 & MK4 Arcade Video Game Soundtrack199766:52Midway
Mortal Kombat: Songs Inspired by the WarriorsApril 5, 201155:25Watertower Music
Mortal Kombat: Original Motion Picture SoundtrackApril 16, 20211:20:00Watertower Music

Collectible card games

  • Collectible card game released by BradyGames.
  • Collectible card game released by Score Entertainment featuring Mortal Kombat and other fighting game franchises.

References

References

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  45. "Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance (GCN) - Release Summary". [[GameSpot]].
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  62. "Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero (N64) - Release Summary". [[GameSpot]].
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