Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Expansion Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-09-05
- Story praised as engaging
- New characters well-received
- Expansion content enjoyable
- Content not worth price
- Expansion too costly
- Server connection issues
Emotions
Archetypes
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 94%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 6%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 66%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 34%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 221
- Negative points
- 163
- Gameplay points
- 71
- Perf. points
- 9
- Rec. points
- 73
- Misc points
- 98
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Story praised as engaging
| Multiple reviews highlight the story as good, fun, and satisfying, with a continuation that is well-received. The narrative is described as entertaining and pleasant to follow. | 69% |
New characters well-received
| The addition of Fujin, Sheeva, and RoboCop is consistently praised, with reviewers noting they blend nostalgia with fresh mechanics and are well-designed. These characters are seen as a great addition to the roster. | 57% |
Expansion content enjoyable
| The expansion is described as fun, good, and pleasant to play through, with high-quality story DLC that is cinematic and engaging. Reviewers appreciate the overall expansion experience. | 40% |
Story continuation after ending
| The DLC continues the story directly after the main game's ending, providing a satisfying follow-up with twists and turns. This continuation is seen as a strong addition to the base game's narrative. | 33% |
Tagawa's performance outstanding
| Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa's portrayal of Shang Tsung is highlighted as incredible, charismatic, and better than in the movie. His performance elevates the story and is heavily featured. | 24% |
Fujin fun to play
| Fujin is specifically noted as fun to play, with his crossbow and fully revealed character adding to the enjoyment. Reviewers find him the most fun to try out among the new characters. | 20% |
Friendships and stage fatalities
| The return of friendships and the addition of stage fatalities are positively received. These features add nostalgic and entertaining elements to the gameplay. | 17% |
RoboCop nostalgic and enjoyable
| RoboCop is praised for his good looks, enjoyable brutality, and nostalgic appeal. His inclusion is seen as a positive addition to the game. | 14% |
New stages added
| The expansion adds new stages, which are appreciated by reviewers. These stages contribute to the overall content and variety of the game. | 13% |
Skins and gear included
| New skins and gear are included in the expansion, with reviewers noting they are nice additions. This cosmetic content enhances the customization options for players. | 13% |
Story expansion enriches lore
| The expansion develops the story and enriches the game's history and entertainment value, helping players understand the lore better. This is seen as a valuable addition. | 9% |
Surprising plot twists
| The story features surprising endings and unexpected plot twists, which are highlighted as engaging elements. These twists add to the overall enjoyment of the narrative. | 9% |
Shang Tsung standout character
| Shang Tsung is described as one of the coolest sorcerer characters in the franchise and the most well-thought-out in the MK universe. His inclusion is highly praised. | 9% |
Five new story chapters
| The expansion includes a story expansion with five new chapters, providing a decent amount of content. This is seen as a good amount for an expansion. | 9% |