What is the best Mortal Kombat game of all time?

Over three decades of fatalities, iconic fighters, and era-defining storylines — from the 1992 arcade controversy that sparked the ESRB to today's cinematic story modes. Which game is the ULTIMATE champion?

1

Mortal Kombat

The 1992 arcade original that sparked a national controversy over video game violence and led to the creation of the ESRB rating system.

2

Mortal Kombat II

The 1993 sequel that massively expanded the roster, added new Fatality types, and introduced fan-favorite fighters like Kitana and Kung Lao.

3

Mortal Kombat 3

The 1995 installment introducing the Run button and the iconic Trilogy roster, later expanded in Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3.

4

Mortal Kombat 4

The 1997 entry that brought the series into polygonal 3D for the first time, introducing weapons and the iconic Quan Chi.

5

Mortal Kombat Deadly Alliance

The 2002 entry that reinvented the series in 3D with a fighting style system and the death of series mainstays Shao Kahn and Liu Kang.

6

Mortal Kombat Deception

The 2004 sequel featuring an online mode, the konquest adventure, and beloved chess and puzzle variants.

7

Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe

The 2008 crossover that toned down the gore for a T-rating while delivering the fan-dream of Superman vs Sub-Zero.

8

Mortal Kombat 9

The celebrated 2011 reboot that returned the series to 2D combat and is credited with saving the franchise with its gripping story mode.

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Mortal Kombat X

The 2015 entry with the innovative Variation system and interactive environments, delivering the series at its most fast-paced.

10

Mortal Kombat 11

The 2019 love letter to the franchise with stunning visuals, deep customization, and the most acclaimed story mode in series history.

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Mortal Kombat 1

The 2023 reboot introducing the Kameo Fighter system and a new timeline, delivering brutal visuals and a celebrated roster.