Mortal Kombat 1
Last updated: 2025-06-11
- Stunning graphics and presentation enhance the experience.
- Fluid, balanced combat system offers engaging gameplay.
- Enjoyable story mode for solo and multiplayer.
- Kameo system is unbalanced and flawed.
- Excessive DLC costs and microtransactions are present.
- PC optimization is horrendous, impacting stability.
- Reviews
(sample size) - 2000
- Helpful reviews
- 49%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 47%
- Protest reviews
- 4%
- 67%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 33%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 2003
- Negative points
- 1980
- Gameplay points
- 265
- Perf. points
- 165
- Rec. points
- 731
- Misc points
- 94
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Stunning graphics and presentation | The game boasts stunning graphics, detailed character models, fluid animations, and impressive visual effects, creating a cinematic and immersive experience. Reviewers frequently compare the visual fidelity to top-tier games and praise the detailed environments and character expressions. The seamless transitions and overall presentation enhance the enjoyment. | 97% |
| Fluid, balanced combat system | The combat system balances accessibility for new players with depth for experienced fighters, offering fluid and responsive controls. Reviewers appreciate the satisfying impact of each move and the strategic elements that require skill and timing. The game mechanics are well-built, providing a mix of technique and strategy. | 50% |
| Engaging and cinematic story mode | The story mode is engaging and cinematic, offering a fresh take on the Mortal Kombat universe with interesting characters and plot twists. Reviewers find the narrative captivating and appreciate the balance between accessibility for new players and nods to long-time fans. The story is often compared to a bloody Netflix series. | 29% |
| Diverse and well-designed characters | The game features a diverse roster of well-designed characters, including returning fan favorites and new additions. Reviewers appreciate the unique fighting styles and the visual appeal of the characters. The DLC characters are also praised for their quality and integration into the game. | 20% |
| Brutal and creative fatalities | The game features brutal and creative fatalities with realistic gore, enhancing the visceral impact of each fight. Reviewers find the finishing moves satisfying and appreciate the level of detail in the animations. The game is praised for maintaining the series' signature over-the-top violence. | 16% |
| Enjoyable for solo/multiplayer | The game is enjoyable for both solo and multiplayer experiences, offering a variety of content for casual players. Reviewers find the game fun to play with friends and appreciate the accessibility features. The game is also great for relieving stress and button-bashing fun. | 15% |
| Wealth of content and customization | The game offers a wealth of content, including various modes, characters, and challenges. Reviewers appreciate the reward system for earning customization pieces through gameplay. The game is well-balanced, allowing players to succeed with any character based on skill. | 10% |
| Fun and rewarding combo system | The combo system is fun and rewarding, with combos that are easier to perform but require skill and timing to master. Reviewers enjoy memorizing combos and finding openings to use them in battle. The game is great for those who enjoy labbing combos and experimenting with different combinations. | 9% |