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- $49.99
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- September 19, 2023
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How versus works
Face opponents in one-on-one rounds using a fighting system built around Kameo assist characters. Execute combos, counter opponent tactics, and trigger fatalities across local split-screen and online PvP matches.
About this game
Mortal Kombat 1 reboots the iconic fighting franchise with a universe reshaped by Fire God Liu Kang. This timeline reset introduces redesigned classic characters, new origins, and fresh takes on long-standing rivalries, all wrapped in the series' signature brutal combat and cinematic presentation.
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The fighting system centers on Kameo fighters who act as assist characters, adding tactical depth to every match. Rounds demand precise timing, combo execution, and counterplay as you juggle your main fighter's moveset alongside your Kameo's special abilities. Fatalities and environmental interactions deliver the series' trademark spectacle at the end of each bout.
Local split-screen and online versus modes let you challenge friends in ranked or casual matches, with cross-platform support for broader matchmaking. Seasonal content, an evolving roster, and story mode exploration encourage rematches as players master new strategies and refine their techniques across the reborn Mortal Kombat universe.
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Can I fight my friends locally in Mortal Kombat 1?
Yes, Mortal Kombat 1 supports local split-screen versus battles so you can challenge friends on the same screen. You can also fight online through casual or ranked matches with cross-platform support.
How do Kameo fighters affect versus matches?
Kameo fighters act as assist characters during battles, adding tactical depth to every match. You'll need to juggle your main fighter's moveset alongside your Kameo's special abilities to outmaneuver your opponent, making timing and combo execution even more important when fighting friends.
Can we do rematches after a versus battle?
Yes, you can rematch your friends after battles. The seasonal content and evolving roster give you plenty of reasons to keep challenging each other as you experiment with different character combinations and master new strategies.
Does Mortal Kombat 1 support cross-platform versus play?
Yes, Mortal Kombat 1 includes cross-platform multiplayer support, so you can compete against friends on different platforms in online versus matches.