Mortal Kombat X
Release Date: April 8, 2015
Fighting, fantasy, for 2 players, 2.5D, co-op, splitscreen, Game Pass, PS Plus Collection, very brutal, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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A sequel to the 2011 game created by NetherRealm, which restored the leading position in gaming to Mortal Kombat, a long-standing, cult fighting game franchise launched in 1993 by the Midway / Acclaim duet. Once again, we get a wide array of playable fighters – both known from the previous games in the series, as well as brand new ones. Moreover, each one comes in several varieties, differing in tactics and combat style. Duels are fought on 2.
Last Update: May 14, 2015
Mortal Kombat X Game Guide
This guide for Mortal Kombat X describes the key functions of the game and it will help you get familiar with the basics. The first chapter of this guide consists of a glossary, which will prove helpful, while learning terminology in the game.
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[1:51] Mortal Kombat X Kombat Pack 2 DLC - trailer #2
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God is a Geek: 8 / 10 by Adam Cook
Shiny new visuals and plenty of content, MKX's story is a riot with great gameplay to go with it. But there are worrying signs within.
Kotaku: by Evan Narcisse
Mortal Kombat X deftly adds new characters, features and options while maintaining its signature over-the-top appeal.
Shacknews: 8 / 10 by Steven Wong
The new characters, stages, and gory Fatalities all maintain the same Mortal Kombat feel we've come to expect since the previous game. Variations give characters more flexibility and dimension, while the interactive stages play as much into fighting strategies as combos and special moves. There might not be any Friendships involved, but this is Mortal Kombat at its bloody best, and it's a blast to to tear opponents open.
The main pros of the game
- Entertainment Value: Many users find the game highly entertaining, particularly when playing with friends.
- Gameplay: The gameplay is noted to be enjoyable, with some users stating it offers many hours of fun.
- Graphics and Presentation: Users appreciate the graphics and cinematic presentation, which enhances the overall experience.
- Character Depth: The characters are described as having depth, with good voice acting and engaging story elements.
- Variety of Modes: The game includes various modes, such as the Krypta, which allows players to unlock content, adding to its replayability.
The main cons of the game
- Short Story Mode: Several users criticize the story mode for being too short and not as engaging as previous installments.
- Online Features: The online multiplayer experience is often described as lacking, with issues related to server functionality and finding genuine players.
- Overpowered AI: Users express frustration with the AI, particularly in higher difficulty settings, which can feel unfair and overly challenging.
- Character Roster: Some players are disappointed by the absence of key characters from the Mortal Kombat franchise, which they feel detracts from the overall experience.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Improved Online Play: Users wish for better online multiplayer functionality and a more active player base.
- Expanded Story Content: There is a desire for a more extensive and engaging story mode, akin to previous titles in the series.
- Character Availability: Players want more characters to be available, as some feel that significant characters are missing from the roster.
- Better AI Mechanics: Improvements to AI behavior and difficulty balancing are requested to make single-player challenges more enjoyable.
Summary
- Overall, while Mortal Kombat X is praised for its fun gameplay and engaging presentation, it faces criticism for its story length, online features, AI difficulty, and character roster.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 2627 votes. 1165 players anticipated the game.
Mortal Kombat X Description
Mortal Kombat X for PC, PS4 and etc. is a tenth entry in the classic series of brutal fighting games that exist since 1992, as well as a second game of the franchise by NetherRealm studio. In other words, we received a continuation of a very good Mortal Kombat from 2011.
Gameplay and plot
Obviously, the basis of the gameplay remained unchanged. Two fighters – chosen from the vast pool of characters, including such icons as Raiden, Scorpion or Sub-Zero – meet on an arena and proceed to a bloodbath duel to death, often ending with a spectacular and brutal “fatality”. You can play in both singleplayer or multiplayer modes. In case of the former, duels take place within a campaign, telling a story that is pretty rich for a fighting game.
There are also some innovations in the tenth Mortal Kombat, compared to its predecessors. Some of them stem out from the fact that the events in the game take place as much as twenty five years after the end of the previous one. Hence, some warriors are absent - replaced by new characters like Cassie Cage, daughter of Johnny and Sonia, or Kotal Kahn, based on Aztecs’ deities. What’s more, each fighter is available in few variations, differing from each other with style, available attacks and used tactics. There are previously unseen arenas as well. Moreover, online options have been expanded – players can duel as a part of global fight for domination, during which state and image of the world change constantly with each face-off. Also, some previously unavailable forms of fights are present.
Technical aspects
Mortal Kombat X clearly looks better than its predecessor. This is mainly due to a fact that the game has been published for eighth generation of consoles as well (Xbox One and PlayStation 4).
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Game Series
Mortal Kombat Series
A series of arcade brawlers, considered a classic of the genre. The American studio NetherRealm (formerly known as Midway Games Chicago) is responsible for developing the brand.
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Mortal Kombat X Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows April 14, 2015
PlayStation 4 April 14, 2015
Xbox One April 14, 2015
Android OS May 5, 2015
Apple iOS April 8, 2015
PlayStation 3 cancelled
Xbox 360 cancelled
Developer: NetherRealm Studios
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Mortal Kombat X System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-750 2.67 GHz/AMD Phenom II 965 3.4 GHz, 3 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 460/Radeon HD 5850 or better, 25 GB HDD, Windows Vista/7/8 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz/AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660/3 GB Radeon HD 7950 or better, 40 GB HDD, Windows 7/8 64-bit
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