Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Artwork Posted On: Sep 01 2009, 07:05 PM
Vincent Proce, an artist, who has worked on Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe has posted tons of different images created for the game, including early sketches, characters art, box cover images and much much more. The following images are only a small part of everything posted over at his site:
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Quan Chi Render Posted On: Jul 08 2009, 01:44 AM
Today Ed Boon published a render of Quan Chi from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe on Twitter:
Ed Boon: Excited about MK9 and WB, but wish we could have released DLC for MKvsDC. Here's a peek..
Too bad that downloadable content was never released for the game. Quan Chi was already in the story line and it would have make perfect sense to have him as a playable character.
Kotaku: Mortal Kombat Team Looking To Split From Midway Posted On: Apr 06 2009, 11:44 PM
Kotaku has recently reported that the Mortal Kombat development team is looking for a way to leave Midway.
From the article:
Mortal Kombat Team Looking To Split From Midway
Midway's team of developers responsible for the 17-year-old Mortal Kombat franchise is currently in active talks with other publishers to leave the company and for its own studio, sources tell Kotaku.
The MK team, which comprises about 50 developers, is said to be in discussions with a handful of unnamed publishers, with senior members of the group handling negotiations for a possible exodus from Midway. According to Midway sources who wished to remain anonymous, one of the catalysts for the move is a lack of payment in bonuses due to MK team members based on meeting Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe sales targets.
Sources said that the Mortal Kombat team has become increasingly "frustrated" with the handling of Midway's bankruptcy filing. MK staffers also expressed irritation from being in the position of delivering million unit-selling titles on time and on a bi-annual schedule while other projects at the company languish in development.
Midway representatives, when contacted for comment, opted not to discuss the Mortal Kombat team's plans, saying that the team was in "good shape." They did, however, want to stress that Midway itself is not withholding any owed payment to the Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe developers.
"Midway is not refusing to pay out those bonuses," PR reps told us. "It's the unsecured creditors committee that is refusing to allow us to pay them. They're the ones holding that up."
If the MK team—who are apparently not under contract at Midway—does find a new studio to call home at a publisher other than Midway, the fighting game franchise may not go with them. That, as well as having to abandon work on the follow-up to MK vs. DC, tentatively titled Mortal Kombat 9, was going to be "tough."
Should the key Mortal Kombat talent leave, it could be a substantial blow to the ailing Midway, which has already closed and consolidated many of its in-house development teams.
Mortal Kombat Secrets Goes To School Posted On: Mar 01 2009, 12:59 PM
Yep that's right. If Mortal Kombat Secrets was a child, this year it should start going to school. Why? Because it just turned 7.
The first of march is here (again). Time to a look back at what we have accomplished, time to look forward and make some plans for the future of the site.
We all had a pretty amazing, exciting, shocking, terrifying and sad year. This year just had it all:
Here is a small list of the news that really made this year what it is:
Excitement
The excitement of the gamers for the not yet announced Mortal Kombat VS DC Universe was so big that a month before Midway Gamer's Day the internet was full of rumors, fake/false information and hundreds of people who claimed that they know someone, who knows someone, whose uncle works at Midway and told them that...
Probably the most successful one was a fake trailer, that appeared on YouTube and actually managed to fool each and everyone of us at one moment or another.
I am sure that all of you remember this moment but it is and will still be worth mentioning even after 10 years. The big excitement about the upcoming announcement of the next Mortal Kombat game let to an explosive first reaction. Mortal Kombat Secrets was the site that confirmed that the title of the game will be Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe causing a reaction that blew up the entire Mortal Kombat Community. People didn't want to believe, people called the site and me personally liars, people threaten to leave the franchise forever if the story turns out to be true.
A few days later the official announcement was made. This only made things worse. The number of shocked, angry and disappointed people only escalated. Fortunately no one accused us of anything any more. No one apologized for everything that was written about the site all over the Internet either, but that's a completely different story. We survived it and moved on.
This entire situation continued a lot longer then most people expected, showing the MK Team and the world just how passionate and protective the Mortal Kombat Comunity is.
Things started to calm down after more gameplay details were revealed.
The most amazing thing surely is the release of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The game left some of the fans with mixed feelings but it has already sold more then 2 million copies worldwide and when the numbers are speaking even the gods are silent.
Sadness
The success of one game alone can't save an entire company. And unfortunately the financial state of Midway isn't good at all. The company can still operate under the protection of Chapter 11 but the question marks still remains.
The next Mortal Kombat game is currently in development. What will happen with it if Midway's attempts of saving themselves fail. Will the next installment of the game be rushed, just to win some more extra cash, will the next game even make it. With the company in bad shape, the future of the franchise has never been so unclear as it is today.
During our next year online, we plan to expand the content of the site even more and cover the development of next Mortal Kombat game.
We have already put things in motion for some great new projects and features that the site will offer in the future.
We are grateful to you for being a loyal visitors and we promise to do our best not to disappoint in the future just as we never did in the past.
Thank you for making us the great website that we are.
Happy Birthday Mortal Kombat Secrets
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Midway Files For Chapter 11 Reorganization Posted On: Feb 15 2009, 11:33 PM
It is not a very big secret that Midway's financial situation is pretty bad. As a next step in its fight for survival Midway has filed for chapter 11 reorganization, which will allow it to continue operating for the moment. From the press release:
MIDWAY'S U.S. OPERATIONS FILE FOR CHAPTER 11 REORGANIZATION
Company notes strong underlying fundamentals, but cites recent change in control as the key trigger in need for planned, orderly reorganization
Midway's European operations are unaffected and continue business as normal
CHICAGO – February 12, 2009 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY) today announced that the company and its U.S. subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The filing does not include the company's non-U.S. operations, which will continue business as normal.
In its filing with the Bankruptcy Court, the company cited that the November 28, 2008, change in ownership triggered accelerated repurchase obligations relating to two classes of Midway debt, which Midway anticipated it would be unable to satisfy.
"This was a difficult but necessary decision," said Midway Chairman, President and CEO Matt Booty. "We have been focused on realigning our operations and improving our execution, and this filing will relieve the immediate pressure from our creditors and provide us time for an orderly exploration of our strategic alternatives. This Chapter 11 filing is the next logical step in an ongoing process to address our capital structure."
"Midway enters this process with strong underlying fundamentals, as evidenced by solid fourth quarter sales that exceeded expectations in spite of a challenging retail and general economic environment," Booty added. "Overall, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe sales are approaching two million units shipped, TNA iMPACT! has shipped approximately one million units, and our Game Party franchise has sold close to three million units in total."
Midway expects that Chapter 11 protection will enable the company to conduct its business operations as usual. To that end, Midway is seeking approval from the court for a variety of First Day Motions enabling the company to continue managing its operations in the ordinary course. These motions are typical of the restructuring process, and approval is regularly granted.
1.8 Million Copies of MK vs. DCU Sold, Next MK In The Works Posted On: Jan 26 2009, 06:41 PM
Midway has just announced that over 1,8 Million copies of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe have been sold worldwide. Commenting the success of the game, creative director Ed Boon shares with us that work on the next installment of the franchise has already begun. From the press release:
Well Over One Million Units of Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe Sold Worldwide
CHICAGO – January 26, 2009 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer, today announced that the company has shipped approximately 1.8 million units of Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe worldwide for the Xbox®360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system.
"Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe was the result of countless hours of hard work by many people, and seeing the game surpass the million-seller plateau makes it worth all the effort," said Ed Boon, Mortal Kombat co-founder and creative director, Midway. "We're already hard at work on our next version of Mortal Kombat, and look forward to being able to reveal more details in the future."
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe also continues to set a number of internal Midway records. The game was the most pre-ordered MK title in company history, and more than 3.6 million Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe matches have been played online worldwide for the PS3, according to numbers from GameSpy Technology,* which provides connected gaming, multiplayer and statistics gathering services to the title.
The standard edition of Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is available for a U.S. suggested retail price of $59.95, and a limited number of copies of the Kollector's Edition are still available for a U.S. suggested retail price of $69.95.
The Developers Challenge You To Mortal Kombat Posted On: Jan 23 2009, 01:11 AM
Ed Boon's personal website, Noob.Com has recently been updated and one of the news on it is a challenge. That's right, the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe developers team challenges you to Mortal Kombat. Here is the announcement:
FIGHT!
This Friday (Jan 23) several members of the MK development team will be online playing Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe on Xbox Live and the Playstation Network. Now is your chance to see how your MK skills stack up against the people who made the game!
Here is the list of the people, who will be playing online:
- Ed Boon - Creative Director/Team Lead
- Paulo Garcia - Senior Designer
- Brian Lebaron - Designer
- Ryan Rosenberg - Environment Artist
- Eddie Ferrier - Designer
- Adam Hernandez - Design Support
- Hector Sanchez - Producer
- Dave Bulvan - Lead Software Tester
- Derek Kirtzic - Gameplay Tester
- Shaun Himmerick - Producer
- Hans Lo - Producer
Wired.Com: Top 10 Games of December 2008 Posted On: Jan 23 2009, 12:59 AM
Wired.Com has published their list of the top 10 Games of December 2008. Guess what? Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe made it to both, the PlayStation 3 and the XBox 360 list.
New Ed Boon Interview Posted On: Jan 23 2009, 12:36 AM
It has definitely been a while since our last update. Let just say, that we all deserved a nice short break after the tons of news and updates that were made around the release of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
But you didn't think that we will let a whole month pass without an update, did you? So, let us begin:
After a short period of silence, the Mortal Kombat development team finally started to show some presence again.
In a recent interview, Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon confirmed that there are still plans to get Downloadable Content to the gamers. However things aren't that far yet, but Ed Boon expects at least one character from both sides (Mortal Kombat and DC) in one downloadable packet.
Click here if you want to listen to the entire interview.
A Taste Of Things To Kome Posted On: Dec 27 2008, 07:35 PM
2008 has been an amazing year for all Mortal Kombat fans. We witnessed the release of the first Mortal Kombat game on the XBox 360 and PlayStation 3: Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
This year was great for our site too. We left our old host and moved to new, much faster and much bigger server, which gave us plenty of new opportunities to expand our site. We had the chance to cover Games Convention for the first time and deliver exclusive interviews with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon and Assistant Producer Hector Sanchez and Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Hands-On.
With this year almost reaching its end, we decided to give you a short glimpse of some of the things that you might expect next year on our site:
MKast Episode 9 Now Online Posted On: Dec 12 2008, 12:01 AM
Midway has just released the 9th episode of MKast, the official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast. In this final Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast Hector and Hans have two very special guests: Ed Boon and Paulo Garcia.
The final MK vs DCU related MKast, Ed Boon joins Hans and Hector to discuss media tours following the game's release, answer fan questions, and share some gameplay tips.
Click here to download the ninth episode of the MKast.
The situation looks only a little bit different by the most discussed videos, where Jax' Mortal Kombat 4 Ending takes the first place followed by Cooking With Scorpion and the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe - Story Intro:
Midway Releases Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe in Europe Posted On: Nov 21 2008, 05:27 PM
In a press release Midway has officially announced the European release of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
WORLDS COLLIDE AS MIDWAY UNLEASHES EAGERLY-AWAITED MORTAL KOMBAT vs. DC UNIVERSE
Mortal Kombat Favourites Battle DC Universe Icons As Highly Anticipated Fighting Game Hits Stores in Europe
LONDON - November 21st , 2008 - Midway Games Ltd, a subsidiary of Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer, today announced that Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe has arrived on store shelves throughout Europe and is available for purchase for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system. Cultural icons collide for gamers and comic book fans alike as the eagerly anticipated face-off between heroes, anti-heroes, villains and vigilantes is unleashed in unmistakable Mortal Kombat style.
Some of the most popular characters from the DC Universe, like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and The Joker, go toe-to-toe against Mortal Kombat favorites, including Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya and more. Featuring a brand new fighting system and unique intertwining storyline written by top comics writing team Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe combines spectacular multi-tiered fighting environments, such as Metropolis or the Batcave, with a compelling line-up of fighters to challenge and master.
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe brings together iconic characters from both the DC Comics’ and Mortal Kombat videogame universes to give gamers the opportunity to take part in extraordinary battles,†said Scott Johnson, vice president, business development, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “Working with Midway, we are allowing fans to control the destiny of famous heroes and villains with enhanced graphics and combat.â€
Midway is proud to have been able to work so closely with the artists and visionaries at DC Comics to bring you a unique fighting experience that stays true to the hallmarks of the Mortal Kombat franchise,†said Matt Booty, president and CEO, Midway. “With the broad market potential afforded by the T-Rating, the engaging story mode, the critical acclaim we are already seeing from reviewers, and enthusiastic support of the fans from both franchises, we expect this to be one of our most successful Mortal Kombat games.â€
Although this is the first Mortal Kombat title to be given a 15 rating by the BBFC in the UK (and 16+ PEGI for rest of Europe), the game embodies all the qualities that made the franchise such an integral part of gaming culture, including the ability to perform the unique Fatalities and Heroic Brutalities that are a signature of the Mortal Kombat series. The title also features a re-vamped fighting system that harkens back to the wildly successful early Mortal Kombat games.
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and is available for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. For more information please visit www.worldscollide.com.
Also, expect soon our own Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Review. In the mean time, go and rate the game in our Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Section and help us create the most accurate rating online.
Finishing Moves Montage Video Posted On: Nov 20 2008, 10:52 PM
Midway has just provided us with a new Finishing Moves video from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. This clip contains the Fatalities and Heroic Brutalities from all previously released videos plus a few new ones.
Mortal Monday 3 - Beginnings Posted On: Nov 19 2008, 05:24 PM
Midway has just provided us with the third and final Mortal Kombat VS. DC UniverseMortal Monday video. This time the video tells the story behind the creation of Dark Kahn.
Ultimate Mash-Ups 4 Video Now Online Posted On: Nov 19 2008, 05:23 PM
Midway has provided us with a HD version of the fourth Ultimate Mash-Ups video from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. In this video Kitana meets Wonder Woman for the first time and Baraka fights Deathstroke.
Finishing Moves 4 (HQ) Now Available Posted On: Nov 19 2008, 05:19 PM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the fourth and last Finishing Moves video. This time we can see the Finishing Moves of Liu Kang, Batman and Baraka from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Midway Releases Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Posted On: Nov 16 2008, 02:29 PM
In a press release Midway has officially announced the US release of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
WORLDS COLLIDE AS MIDWAY UNLEASHES EAGERLY-AWAITED MORTAL KOMBAT® vs. DC UNIVERSE
Mortal Kombat Favorites Battle DC Universe Icons As Highly Anticipated Fighting Game Hits Stores in North America
CHICAGO – November 16, 2008 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer, today announced that Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe has arrived on store shelves throughout North America and is available for purchase for the Xbox®360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. The standard edition is available for a U.S. suggested retail price of $59.95, and the Kollector’s Edition is available for a U.S. suggested retail price of $69.95. Cultural icons collide for gamers and comic book fans alike as the eagerly anticipated face-off between heroes, anti-heroes, villains and vigilantes is unleashed in unmistakable Mortal Kombat style.
Some of the most popular characters from the DC Universe, like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and The Joker, go toe-to-toe against Mortal Kombat favorites, including Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya and more. Featuring a brand new fighting system and unique intertwining storyline written by top comics writing team Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe combines spectacular multi-tiered fighting environments, such as Metropolis or the Batcave, with a compelling line-up of fighters to challenge and master.
“Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe brings together iconic characters from both the DC Comics’ and Mortal Kombat videogame universes to give gamers the opportunity to take part in extraordinary battles,” said Scott Johnson, vice president, business development, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “Working with Midway, we are allowing fans to control the destiny of famous heroes and villains with enhanced graphics and combat.”
“Midway is proud to have been able to work so closely with the artists and visionaries at DC Comics to bring you a unique fighting experience that stays true to the hallmarks of the Mortal Kombat franchise,” said Matt Booty, president and CEO, Midway. “With the broad market potential afforded by the T-Rating, the engaging story mode, the critical acclaim we are already seeing from reviewers, and enthusiastic support of the fans from both franchises, we expect this to be one of our most successful Mortal Kombat games.”
Although this is the first Mortal Kombat title to be given a “T” rating by the ESRB, the game embodies all the qualities that made the franchise such an integral part of gaming culture, including the ability to perform the unique Fatalities and Heroic Brutalities that are a signature of the Mortal Kombat series. The title also features a re-vamped fighting system that harkens back to the wildly successful early Mortal Kombat games.
The special, limited-run North American Kollector’s Edition is delivered in special packaging and features an exclusive removable print designed by Alex Ross, one of the world’s most pre-eminent and respected comic book artists, as well as bonus video content and a 16-page comic book by DC Comics that chronicles the shocking, universe-shattering events that lead up to the in-game story mode.
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and is available for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. For more information please visit www.worldscollide.com.
IGN: Ultimate Mash-Ups 4 Posted On: Nov 15 2008, 05:22 PM
IGN has just released the fourth Mortal Kombat VS. DC UniverseUltimate Mush-Ups video. In this one you will see two fight scenes: Wonder Woman VS Kitana and Deathstroke VS Baraka:
Fatality Friday Part 4 Posted On: Nov 15 2008, 05:10 PM
GameTrailers has just released the fourth Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe finishing moves video. This week you have the opportunity to see the Finishing Moves of Liu Kang, Batman and Baraka:
Ultimate Mash-Ups 3 Video Now Available Posted On: Nov 15 2008, 03:27 PM
Midway has provided us with a HD version of the third Ultimate Mash-Ups video from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Featured in this video are Lex Luthor, Jax, Deathstroke, Kano and The Joker.
GameSpot: Ultimate MK3, Worms dubbed XBLA Hits Posted On: Nov 13 2008, 12:37 AM
GameSpot has reported that there will be a price drop for the XBLA version of Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3. From the article:
It's been a while since Microsoft last branded an Xbox Live Arcade title an Arcade Hit. However, if the publisher's own Web site is to be believed, it appears as if a trio of long-standing XBLA titles is poised to be added to the discount program.
With Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe out next week, Microsoft will be giving 360 gamers a cut rate on Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3. The online-enabled arcade fighter garnered solid reviews when it scrapped its way onto Microsoft's online platform in October 2006. Joining Midway's fighter will be Team 17's over-the-top annelid arms race Worms, as well as Oberon Media's casual action title Feeding Frenzy.
Currently, all three titles still bear their original 800 Microsoft points ($10) sticker tag. However, Microsoft's Web site indicates that once the official Arcade Hits branding goes into effect, they will drop to the budget-line 400 Microsoft points ($5) price. As of press time, the publisher had not responded to requests for clarification as to when the price will be enacted.
Mortal Monday 2 - The Joker Video Posted On: Nov 13 2008, 12:34 AM
Midway has just provided us with the second Mortal Kombat VS. DC UniverseMortal Monday video. This time the video focuses on the storyline of The Joker.
Finishing Moves 3 (HQ) Now Available Posted On: Nov 13 2008, 12:31 AM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the third Finishing Movesvideo. This time we can see the Finishing Moves of Wonder Woman, Shang Tsung and Superman from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Fatality Friday Part 3 Posted On: Nov 07 2008, 09:40 PM
GameTrailers has just update with the third Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe finishing moves video. This week you have the opportunity to see the Finishing Moves of Wonder Woman, Shang Tsung and Superman:
Thanks goes to our forum member hell_skull for the Heads-Up on this update.
VideoGamer: The Joker fatality uncensored for Europe Posted On: Nov 06 2008, 05:39 PM
VideoGamer has published a news in which Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Senior Producer Hans Lo reveals that Joker's Fatality might not be censored in the European version of the game. From the article:
But yesterday we spoke to senior producer Hans Lo about the changes:
"That's partly true [that the fatality has been edited]... You know, for North America we have a Teen rating, and teen really means 13 and above. Thirteen is pretty young, you have to admit. For Europe we have a 15, 16+ rating - so it's a bit different."
When pushed further about whether or not different cuts of the game exist, Lo replied: "I don't know, maybe! I think you might have to go take a look."
Minutes later we saw the complete fatality for ourselves. Will this encourage US purists to import the game from Europe? We'll have to see.
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Goes Gold Posted On: Nov 06 2008, 05:23 PM
Midway has officially announced that Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe has been completed. From the press release:
Legendary fighters from two powerful universes collide in the next-gen fight of the millennium
Chicago, Illinois, November 5, 2008 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY) today announced that Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe has gone gold and is scheduled to be available in retail stores throughout North America on November 16, 2008, and throughout Europe on November 21, 2008. The next chapter in the venerable Mortal Kombat series, Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe showcases powerful heroes and villains from two vastly different universes.
For the first time in the series, players will step outside the Mortal Kombat universe to assume the heroic identities of world-renowned characters from the DC Universe, including SUPERMAN, BATMAN and WONDER WOMAN, as they join video game icons such as Scorpion, Sub-Zero and Raiden. Making a fiendish appearance alongside their comic counterparts will be notorious DC Universe villains such as CATWOMAN, LEX LUTHOR and The Joker, who along with MK favorites such as Liu Kang, Sonya and Shao Kahn, all play a part in unraveling the mystery of what has caused these two universes to collide
"We are proud to release to manufacturing Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe, the culmination of two years of effort and a rewarding collaboration with our friends at Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Comics," said Ed Boon, executive producer and co-creator of the Mortal Kombat franchise. "So far the response has been overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic, and I can't wait to get this into the hands of MK diehards and DC Comics fans alike when the game becomes available on Nov. 16 in North America and Nov. 21 throughout Europe! "
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and will be available for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game system and entertainment system from Microsoft.
Mortal Monday 1 Video Posted On: Nov 06 2008, 05:03 PM
Midway has just provided us with a new Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe called Mortal Monday 1. In it you will learn more about Rage and how exactly it affects the characters.
Ultimate Mash-Ups 2 Video Now Available Posted On: Nov 06 2008, 05:01 PM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the second Ultimate Mash-Ups video from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Witness the very first battle between Sonya and Catwoman and learn more about the way fighters are being transferred between the two worlds.
Finishing Moves 2 (HD) Now Available Posted On: Nov 06 2008, 04:50 PM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the second Finishing Movesvideo. This time we can see the Finishing Moves of Sonya, Catwoman and Sub-Zero from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Shao Kahn And Darkseid Renders Posted On: Nov 04 2008, 12:28 AM
Midway has just provided us with the two remaining renders from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. We finally have the chance to take a closer look at Shao Kahn and Darkseid:
Fatality Friday Part 2 Posted On: Nov 01 2008, 01:03 PM
GameTrailers has update with the second Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe finishing moves video. This one shows the Finishing Moves of Sonya, Catwoman and Sub-Zero:
Thanks goes to our forum member hell_skull for the Heads-Up on this update.
Ultimate Mash-Ups 1 (HD) Video + Screencaptures Posted On: Oct 29 2008, 07:39 PM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the Ultimate Mash-Ups 1Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video that appeared earlier on IGN.
The Trailer That Answers The Question "What if?"
Today Midway released the first Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe, "Ultimate Mash-Up" trailer. Each week leading up to launch, two sets of Mortal Kombat fighters will face off against two DC Universe characters in Mortal Kombat. This week the struggle for power ensues between Sub-Zero and Batman, while Superman and Raiden face off in bitter rivalry. Loaded with both cinematic scenes and extended gameplay footage each trailer answers the question, "What if the DC Universe was faced with Mortal Kombat?"
Story Intro Video (HD) Now Available Posted On: Oct 29 2008, 12:44 AM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the Story Intro video that appeared yesterday on GamerRadar. Don't miss the chance to watch this incredible Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video in High Definition resolution:
Downloadable Content Confirmed Posted On: Oct 28 2008, 01:00 AM
G4TV has published a video interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon. In this interview Ed Boon confirms the plans of the team to include a Downloadable content in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
More Bonus Offers Posted On: Oct 28 2008, 12:52 AM
EBGames and GameStop now have a special bonus offer for those of you who want to buy the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Official Strategy Guide. With the guide you will also receive a special poster. On this exclusive poster you can see the renders of Shao Kahn and Darkseid for the first time:
IGN: Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Progress Report Posted On: Oct 28 2008, 12:42 AM
Yesterday IGN published an article that gives us more information on the progress of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe and more Story Mode details:.
This begins chapter one, a Flash-centered experience. See, rather than have you pick a character and take him or her through the game, MK vs. DC will assign you characters to play as for set amounts of time. Set in a cutscene, Deathstroke comes across some guy that owes him money, beheads the cheapskate, and then the Flash shows up. The game moves from cinema to gameplay, and it's up to you to take Deathstroke down. Obviously, being the first chapter in the game, the battles are going to start out soft and get progressively harder. This initial battle is a chance to practice your lightning quick attacks that have you rushing from one side of the screen to the other while delivering punches and so on; thankfully, you can access character-specific move sets from the pause screen. When the fight is over -- there isn't an opportunity to perform one of your two Brutalities -- Wonder Woman calls Flash about a disturbance, the Flash's eyes ominously glow yellow, he stumbles around for a second, and then the hero is off to Gotham to lend a hand.
In the city that Wayne built, Catwoman's just pulled off a heist, and the Scarlet Speedster is the first on the scene. Again, the game moves from cutscene to gameplay and it's up to you to take down Selina. However, in this fight a two-tiered yellow meter is building beneath your health bar. This is the Rage Meter. When full, you can press both of your triggers/R2 and L2 and unleash that yellow glow from Flash's eyes. While the meter slowly drains, you'll be in Rage Mode and able to break through your opponent's blocks and generally just wreck shop by dealing more damage.
So, after dispatching Catwoman, Kano suddenly pops onto the scene and the Flash has to take him down. However, when the fight's over and the Flash has won, the yellow Rage gets released in a cutscene and the Flash loses control. With the Flash ready to kill Kano, Batman arrives and ends up fighting his friend. Some cool stuff happens that I won't completely ruin here, and the pair ends up back at the Batcave trying to figure out what just happened. Suddenly, the Flash disappears, Scorpion appears, and the Batman-focused chapter two begins with a bang.
Finishing Moves 1 Video (HD) Now Available Posted On: Oct 28 2008, 12:31 AM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the Finishing Moves 1 video that appeared a few days ago. See the finishing Moves of Green Lanter, Raiden and The Flash from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe with much better quality now.
Kotaku: The Joker's Fatality Gets T-Rated Posted On: Oct 26 2008, 01:47 PM
Yesterday Kotaku published a small article that totally blew up the entire Mortal Kombat Kommunity. Everyone's favorite and so highly used as advertisement for Mortal Kombat VS. DC UniverseJoker's Fatality was toned down. The most funny and shocking part of the Fatality now takes place of camera.
Being one of the very few people outside of the development team, who actually had the chance not only to see but also to perform the original version of this finishing move, I have to say that censoring it, is a great loss to the game. This Fatality was a lot better even than most of the Finishing Moves in the previous M-RatedMortal Kombat games:
First the good news. Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is still great fun. We played it from the comfort of the Kotaku couch this week and had a blast. Now the bad news. That amazing Joker fatality, the one where... well, if you haven't seen it yet, we'd suggest you watch it now. It's awesome.
Anyway, it's been changed up a bit, toned down to just slightly less than awesome to secure that highly coveted T-rating that Midway and Warner Bros. are so adamant about. In the latest build, Joker still whips out his prank gun, a "BANG!" flag unfurling. Unfortunately, you won't see the follow up of Joker shooting someone in the face; that actually happens off screen now, the headshot safely out of sight.
The Joker's Fatality wasn't the only one to be hit hard by the ESRB people. One of Kitana's Fatalities had to be changed too. No one will miss the original one here, because no one actually saw it:
Another Fatality that's seen some revision was Kitana's, one that involved her opponent being impaled by her trademark blade-fans. Initially, the first fan went into the torso, the other into the forehead. That second was a T-rating no-no. Double fans delivered to the chest, however, that's a T-rated way to end someone's life.
We are still expecting an official word from Midway which will most probably come with the next MKast.
Kotaku: MK VS. DCU Preview - Model Viewer and DLC Plans Posted On: Oct 26 2008, 01:33 PM
Kotaku has posted a new Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Hands-On Preview that goes into details on some of the new features in the game. From the article:
The entirety of the plot should be considered off-canon. Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is a standalone entry, similar to DC's own Elseworlds line of comic books.
And speaking of Elseworlds, Boon brought up, when we asked about alternate costumes, that they're trying to secure some of those alternate reality outfits for the DC side. We should just expect palette swaps for now, Boon said. Trying to get Superman's Soviet costume from Superman: Red Son, for example, was a bit of a challenge. Perhaps as DLC? Boon says they're having internal discussions now to figure that out exactly which alteranate looks and costumes they want to go after.
After the story mode, we got a look at the Combo Challenge, a series combo completion tasks that's not just excellent practice, it's its own mini-game. The concept isn't new, by any means, just a bit more streamlined. You'll see the combo string for your character as a supertitle that you'll need to perform. Any failed attempt to pull it off can be quickly restarted with the Select or Back button. Mostly painless. Captain Marvel looked to have about a dozen combos of increasing complexity. Fortunately, the player can just bounce around the list — they don't have to be completed sequentially.
Another nice bonus is the model viewer, located under the Extras option in the main menu. It's extremely straightforward fan service. You simply have a flexible camera with which you can pan, zoom or rotate around each character's 3D model, sans HUD, to see all their details. Again, not groundbreaking, but a nice feature that we wish every game would include.
GiantBomb: MK vs. DCU: Story, Kombos, and More Posted On: Oct 26 2008, 01:19 PM
GiantBomb has published a Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Hands-On Preview based on a nearly completed version of the game. Here is a small part of the article:
This is the third different version of the game I've seen over the course of its development, and as a nearly-complete game, it feels pretty different than it did back at PAX, and vastly different from how it felt back at E3. Back then, the game seemed fun and also kind of simple--but apparently that's just because the development team wasn't close to finished. Today, the game feels like it retains that level of play, but it also appears to have much deeper, skill-based angle to it, one focused on the proper timing of your moves and combos, resulting in wild juggles, much like the stuff you'd expect to see in the early games in the series.
As I was getting worked over quite badly by Midway's Paulo Garcia, I could see some of the horrific things he was doing to me were going to take some skill to pull off. This game doesn't seem to be about the basic memorization of combo strings, like some other 3D fighters (including the past couple of MK games) have placed an emphasis on. Instead, it's about making sure that you can land a couple of ground hits that end in a pop-up, letting you work in some special moves and sort of fling your opponent around the screen. In the case of Wonder Woman, well, she uses her lasso to make sure you get to experience every little corner of the screen as you're being tossed around.
Part of the article is a video Interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon:
GameSpot: MK VS. DCU Story and New Character Impressions Posted On: Oct 26 2008, 01:02 PM
GameSpot has published a Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Hands-On that focuses on the Story Mode:
Based on what we played, MK vs DC Universe is shaping up to be one of the strongest entries in the MK series in a good while. The fighting system is feeling good. The revamped system feels familiar but freshened up, Although we'll reserve proper judgment until we've spent some time with the final game, we're definitely pleased by where it's going. As far as story goes, the game's got a solid premise that's actually an interesting watch. The arcade, two player, and Kombo Challenge modes are looking like nice complements to the story mode. Our big question now hovers around how the game will play online and what the downloadable content plans are, since we can think of a good dozen DC and MK characters we'd like to see in the game. Stay tuned for those answers, and our final word on the game, after its release on November 16.
Part of the update are also 10 new screenshots from the game:
Click here to read the complete article and to learn all the Story Mode information.
Super Moves Pro Moves Video (HD) + Screencaptures Posted On: Oct 25 2008, 12:40 AM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the Super Moves Pro Moves video that appeared earlier on IGN. As usual we made a lot of screencaptures so that you don't miss anything from this new Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video:
Fatality Friday Returns Posted On: Oct 24 2008, 03:47 PM
GameTrailers has just posted a new Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video, that shows three new Finishing Moves from the game. You can see the Heroic Brutality of Green Lantern and The Flash and also one Raiden's Fatalities:
Thanks goes to our forum member hell_skull for the Heads-Up on this update.
Super and Pro Moves Video Posted On: Oct 24 2008, 01:41 AM
IGN has just updated the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe section with a new video: Super and Pro Moves. Make sure to check it out, a lot of never before seen Special Moves are revealed in it.
Click here to visit IGN'sMortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video section.
MKast Episode 8 Now Online And New Developer's Blog Posted On: Oct 24 2008, 01:07 AM
Today, Midway announced that the next episode of MKast, the official Mortal Kombat podcast, is now live at www.worldscollide.com along with an all new Developer's Blog.
This week's MKast has Art Director, Steve Beran and Dave Pindara, Technical Art and Environment Lead, joining Hans and Hector in the sound booth to discuss their involvement within the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe project. In the latest Developer's Blog, Hector focuses on the new Kombo Challenge Mode and its significance to Trophies and Achievements found in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Click here to download the eight episode of the MKast and here to read the latest Developer's Blog.
Midway Invites Mortal Kombat Fans To MCM Expo Posted On: Oct 22 2008, 10:01 AM
Midway would like to exclusively invite Mortal Kombat fans to the VIP Area of the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Stand at this year’s MCM Expo Show, that takes place on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th at London Excel, Docklands.
Kome and see the Worlds Kollide and be one of the first to play Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe at MCM Expo*.
To take part in this exclusive invite only event, please email info@indigopearl.com with MCM Expo in the subject line and provide your name and date of attendance.
Just as we expected, Ed Boon's personal website Noob.Com was updated today with another new screenshot from the Story Mode of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
Thanks to chrisv9000 for the heads-up on this update.
Kombat Modes Video Now In HD + Screencaptures Posted On: Oct 18 2008, 12:40 AM
Midway has just provided us with a HD version of the Kombat Modes video from the previous news. You can now take a lot better look at this exciting new Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video:
We have also made some amazing screen captures so you don't miss the details of the video:
Joker's Second Fatality Revealed Posted On: Oct 17 2008, 12:57 PM
Games Radar has published an exclusive Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe video, that has a lot of never before seen gameplay footage from the game and show Joker's second Fatality. You can also see Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Deathstroke, Raiden and Kano in action for the first time:
John Tobias Interview: DarkKahn, Movie, Captures, Wallpapers Posted On: Oct 15 2008, 12:53 AM
Midway has just provided us with a video Interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator John Tobias. In this video he gives us a lot of details about his work on the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe comic book. We also have the chance to see the Shao Kahn/Darkseid character, currently called by the fans just Dark Seid. In this video you will also see Johnny Cage, Goro, Robin and Aquaman who may all appear in Story Mode.
Specially for you, we made a lot of screencaptures from the HD version of the video, so that you get to see every little detail. We also have seven exciting new wallpapers for you:
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Hits U.S. Stores Nov. 16th Posted On: Oct 14 2008, 10:59 PM
In a press release Midway has just announced the final release date for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
MIDWAY ANNOUNCES MORTAL KOMBAT® vs. DC UNIVERSE SCHEDULED TO HIT U.S. STORE SHELVES NOV. 16th
Kollector's Edition Revealed Including Packaging Art Hand Painted by Alex Ross, In-Pack Comic Book With Art By MK Co-Creator John Tobias
CHICAGO - October 14, 2008 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY) is expecting Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe to be on store shelves and available for purchase throughout North America on November 16th, 2008, and Europe on November 21st, 2008. On those days, gamers and comic book fans can enter their favorite retail outlet and purchase the highly-anticipated pairing of some of the iconic characters from the DC Universe, like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and The Joker, battling against video game icons Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya and more.
Last week Midway released the final box art along with details of the North American Kollector's Edition, which will come in special packaging and feature an exclusive removable print designed by Alex Ross, one of the world's most pre-eminent and respected comic book artists, as well as bonus video content. In addition, John Tobias, co-creator of the Mortal Kombat franchise, returns to sketch a 16-page comic book to be published by DC Comics that chronicles the shocking, universe-shattering events that lead up to the in-game story mode.
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and will be available for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. For more information please visit http://www.worldscollide.com.
MKast Episode 7 Now Online Posted On: Oct 14 2008, 01:01 AM
Midway has just released the 7th episode of MKast, the official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast. This episode's special guest is non other than Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks' producer Shaun Himmerick.
In this MKastShaun Himmerick talks about his involvement with past MK titles and how he has taken inspiration from his experience onto other projects. He also reveals that one of the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe characters will appear in WheelMan, the game, he is currently working on.
Click here to download the seventh episode of the MKast.
More Arena Images From WorldsCollide.Com Posted On: Oct 12 2008, 03:31 PM
Midway has fixed the broken link on the official website of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe and now we can access the high resolution versions of Superman's Fortress Of Solitude 2, Gotham City Street, Lex Corp and Mountain Hangar 2:
Another Weekend, Another Screenshot Posted On: Oct 12 2008, 03:26 PM
This weekend another screenshot appeared on Ed Boon's personal website Noob.Com. The screenshot is once again from the Story Mode of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
WorldsCollide.Com Re-Launch Posted On: Oct 11 2008, 01:20 PM
Midway has decided to completely overhaul the official website of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe, WorldsCollide.Com. Everything was completely changed and the new website looks nothing like the old one. In addition a couple of new background images were released, including Superman's Fortress Of Solitude, Mountain Hangar and Raiden's Temple:
There are low resolution versions of four more arenas on WorldsCollide.Com but the links to the high resolution versions are currently broken. These are: Superman's Fortress Of Solitude 2, Gotham City Street, Lex Corp and Hangar 2.
New Free Fall Screenshot Posted On: Oct 07 2008, 02:50 AM
Midway has just provided us with a new screenshot from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The image shows a Freefall Kombat between Raiden and Captain Marvel:
Another Screenshot On Noob.Com Posted On: Oct 07 2008, 02:46 AM
Ed Boon has updated his personal website Noob.Com with yet another screenshot from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. This is actually the first image that appears on the website and includes a DC character (The Joker):
Thanks goes to Kevin and chrisv9000 for this news.
Kollector's Edition Box Shot Posted On: Oct 07 2008, 02:41 AM
The box shot of the Kollector's Edition of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe was shown on GameStop. If you think that the standard edition box art was great, then think again:
Box Art And Five New Screenshots Posted On: Oct 03 2008, 07:33 PM
Today, Midway released the final box art for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The box for the standard edition depicts Mortal Kombat warriors Scorpion, Raiden and Sub-Zero on the verge of an intense struggle with DC Universe heroes Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman as worlds collide in an epic, destructive battle.
Midway has also released five new screenshots that show us Raiden, Baraka and Captain Marvel for the first time in action.
True Game Headz: Hands On With Final Version Of MK vs. DC Posted On: Oct 03 2008, 06:57 PM
True Game Headz has published a Hands On preview of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Part of it is never before seen footage from the final version of the game. You get to see Story Mode, Captain Marvel and Kano for the first time.
If you pay attention you will also hear that Shao Kahn will be unlocked when you finish the Mortal Kombat side of Story Mode and Darkseid when you finish the DC side.
Midway Releases Mortal Kombat: Kollection Posted On: Oct 03 2008, 06:42 PM
In a press release Midway announced the release of Mortal Kombat: Kollection, a PlayStation 2 exclusive compilation that includes Mortal Kombat: Deception, Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks and Mortal Kombat: Armageddon:
Mortal Kombat®: Kollection™ Hits Retail Stores Exclusively for Playstation®2 System
Special three-pack includes fan favorites: Mortal Kombat: Deception®, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon® and Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks®
CHICAGO - September 30, 2008 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment industry publisher and developer, has shipped Mortal Kombat®: Kollection™ to retail stores. MKK is a special collector's edition box set combining three recent Mortal Kombat titles from Midway's award winning video game fighting franchise into one explosive package.
Mortal Kombat is one of the most prolific franchises in videogame history that has captured fans with a distinct vision of visceral combat since 1992. The series has become one of the best-selling videogame franchises of all time, with more than 26 million units sold worldwide. As a bridge between Mortal Kombat's illustrious past and the series' imminent leap to next-generation consoles - with Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe - the release of Mortal Kombat: Kollection offers a compelling anthology for fans and new players alike.
Packing more punch, fatalities and characters into one box than ever before, Mortal Kombat: Kollection features Mortal Kombat: Deception®, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon®, and Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks® and is expected to be available for a U.S. MSRP of $29.99 exclusively for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system.
"Mortal Kombat has become a household name thanks to the millions of dedicated fans across the world," said Miguel Iribarren, senior vice president - publishing, Midway. "With the PlayStation®2 still holding the highest market share of any home console, this Kollection allows fans and collectors of the series to play three recent titles for one low price as we ramp up for the highly anticipated launch of Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe."
Click here to order Mortal Kombat: Kollection now. All orders support this site.
New Box Shot Images From GameFly Posted On: Sep 27 2008, 10:04 PM
The gaming rental site Game Fly has released a new box shot for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The rating still shows "RP - Rating Pending" so changes are still possible in the design:
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Poster Posted On: Sep 27 2008, 09:51 PM
The October 1st issue of the Russian game magazine Страна Игр (Game Land) will have an article about the upcoming Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Mortal Kombat fan site MK-сервер (MK-server) was able to obtain an image of the poster that will be included in the magazine:
Bonus Offers From GameStop/EBGames Posted On: Sep 27 2008, 09:38 PM
GameStop and EBGames now have bonus offers for all people who are willing to reserve Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. For the standard edition of the game the bonus is a Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe T-Shirt and for the Kollector's Edition signed by Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon lithograph:
New Story Mode Screenshot Posted On: Sep 27 2008, 01:45 AM
New screenshot from Story Mode of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe appeared on Ed Boon's personal website Noob.Com. This screenshot reveals to us, that Quan Chi will have a cameo appearance in the game:
Thanks to all the people who informed us about this news. Thanks for all private messages (here and on YouTube) and e-mails that you sent.
Noob.Com: New Screenshot Posted On: Sep 14 2008, 11:06 PM
Another screenshot from Story Mode of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe has been posted on Ed Boon's personal website Noob.Com. The image shows Kitana, Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Sonya, Kano, Shang Tsung and Baraka's Blade:
Thanks to our forum member amr619 for the heads-up on this update.
Midway Releases Cover Art For the PAL Version Of The Game Posted On: Sep 12 2008, 12:12 AM
Midway has just provided us with the cover art for the PAL XBox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The rating is still missing from the images, so keep in mind that changes are still possible.
We also received a logo of the game. No big news for our regular visitors here, because we already posted this in a much higher resolution in our Games Convention update.
Full Character Roster for MK vs DC Universe Revealed Posted On: Sep 11 2008, 11:52 PM
Today Midway announced the complete cast of characters in the upcoming Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Rounding out the powerhouse line-up are the final villains Shao Kahn, Darkseid, Baraka and Lex Luthor.
Midway has also provided us with a render of Deathstroke
MKast Episode 6 Now Online Posted On: Sep 10 2008, 03:22 PM
Today, Midway announced that the next episode of MKast, the official Mortal Kombat podcast, is now live at www.worldscollide.com. This week, Mortal Kombat co-creator John Tobias talks about his participation in the development of the Kollector's Edition comic book, along with his take on the history of the Mortal Kombat franchise. Also making an appearance is Sr. Designer, John Edwards. John Edwards gives fans an inside look at to how fatalities are actually created in game, as well as delving into the functionality of the gameplay found in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. With the MKast, enthusiasts and fans alike can stay up-to-date on the latest news and updates for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Click here to download the sixth episode of the MKast.
Noob.Com has just received its next update. A new picture from the game was put on the main page. It is believed that this might be our first glimpse at Story Mode in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
MKSecrets At Games Convention (Part 2) Posted On: Aug 23 2008, 10:21 PM
The time has come to show you the rest of the cool stuff that is part of our Games Convention 2008 coverage.
In this second and last update you will see:
- An exclusive interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon, who will give us an update on the progress of the third Mortal Kombat movie and will also answer a few interesting and unexpected questions in what is probably the most spontaneous interview ever made.
- An exclusive hands-on review of the Games Convention 2008 version of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe written by myself. Learn how the game feels from a long time Mortal Kombat fan.
- Ultra high-resolution official screenshots, that were actually already released, but not in this resolution.
All this is located in our Games Convention 2008 section.
With this second and final Games Convention 2008 update we are ending the exclusive coverage of the event. We all hope, that you are happy with our work and enjoyed it at least as much as we did. We will be glad to see your comments in our forums.
MKSecrets At Games Convention (Part 1) Posted On: Aug 23 2008, 02:36 AM
The wait is finally over. The first part of our Games Convention 2008 coverage has finally arrived.
We had an amazing time in Leipzig Germany making pictures, taking interviews, playing Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Let us now try to recapture the magic of this event and show it to you.
Because of the amount of content that we have, it is impossible to post it in a single update, so we will split it in two parts. The first today and the second one tomorrow.
What will you see in Part 1?
- We have prepared really lots of pictures: art, photos, screenshots.
- An exclusive interview with Associate Producer Hector Sanchez, where he answers 27 questions about gameplay, character arenas and more, revealing a lot of new information. Be sure to read it until part 6. The last question hides a surprise
- Finally we have also prepared 4 unique wallpapers, for your own desktop.
All of this can now be found in our Games Convention 2008 section.
Be sure to stop by tomorrow for our exclusive interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon, where the father of Mortal Kombat will give us an update on the status of the third Mortal Kombat movie in the most spontaneous interview you have ever read.
In tomorrows update we will also post our own Hands-On review of the game. Learn how Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe feels from a long time Mortal Kombat fan.
Now, have a great time with our Games Convention 2008 section.
All this, exclusive only here, at Mortal Kombat Secrets: The Most Informative Mortal Kombat Source On The Web.
More Kombatants Join The MK VS. DCU Roster Posted On: Aug 20 2008, 06:11 PM
At today's Leipzig Games Convention press conference, Midway unveiled four more characters for the eagerly anticipated Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe. Additions to the roster include Mortal Kombat favorites Raiden and Kano, along with DC super villain, Deathstoke, and the legendary Wonder Woman.
Also making its debut is a brand new cinema spot for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe, showing the game's action in all its glory.
Click here to download a high definition version of the Spot. (116 MB, Quick Time .mov format).
Huge thanks to Midway for providing us with this information and media.
Join us tomorrow as we are going to Games Convention to check out the latest build of the game and to take an exclusive interview with Associate Producer Hector Sanchez.
9 New Screenshots Posted On: Aug 20 2008, 12:47 PM
Midway has just provided us with 9 new high-resolution screenshots from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The images have been released in connection with this years Games Convention in Leipzig Germany, which Mortal Kombat Secrets will cover live. The screenshots show Green Lantern, The Joker, Liu Kang and Kitana for the first time in action.
Green Lantern Has Arrived Posted On: Aug 18 2008, 11:04 PM
Only three days after we got a render of Jax and three days before Games Convention in Leipzig, Germany, Midway released the render of the DC superhero Green Lantern from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
With this one, we now have renders for all announced characters. We see this as a preparation for the announcement of more characters on this years Games Convention. Stay close and you will be one of the first to see our coverage of this event.
MKSecrets Announces Games Convention 2008 Live Coverage Posted On: Aug 18 2008, 02:47 PM
Mortal Kombat Secrets - The Most Informative Mortal Kombat Source On The Web is proud to announce its very first live coverage of Games Convention 2008.
Mortal Kombat Secrets will be covering the Games Convention event live in Leipzig, Germany. Join us as we review, what is probably going to be the last Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe demo version shown to the public before the big launch of the game this November.
Exclusive images, video footage from the game and an interview with Associate Producer Hector Sanchez are going to be a small part of our report on the progress that the game has made since this years Comic-Con.
You also have the opportunity to submit questions for our interview with Hector Sanchez until Wednesday this week. The way to do this is either to post them as a comment to this news or to send us an e-mail.
This years Games Convention takes place on August 21st - August 24th in Leipzig, Germany.
About the Concept of Games Convention:
It is not for nothing that since its inception, the GC - Games Convention has become the industry’s most successful fair and is seen today as Europe’s biggest and most important fair for games and entertainment. That’s because its concept makes it a fair for every target group. With the GC Business Center, the GC is now seen in the industry as the year’s most important business get-together. And then with 4 public exhibition halls, it is the No. 1 general public event for entertainment, whilst in addition, it assembles the development scene at the GCDC’s separate developer conference. In other words: it is designed for all interests and relevant groups, and that means that simply all those meet up here who are united by the world of games and entertainment – be it as consumers or as professionals.
RAGE! NY style.... Posted On: Aug 18 2008, 01:52 PM
Ed Boon has once again updated his personal site Noob.Com. This time an image with the word "RAGE!" followed by the hidden message "NY style...." is displayed on the front page. What is the connection with Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe here is currently completely unclear. More will probably be revealed at this years Games Convention in Leipzig Germany:
MKast Episode 5 Now Online Posted On: Aug 15 2008, 11:43 PM
Today, Midway announced that the next episode of MKast, the official Mortal Kombat podcast, is now live at www.worldscollide.com. This week, Senior Producer Hans Lo and Associate Producer Hector Sanchez discuss their past experiences at the San Diego Comic-Con and what they're looking forward to at the upcoming Moscow Games event, as well as the Games Convention in Leipzig. Today's episode of the MKast also features a special guest, Lead Graphics Designer and all around MVP on the Product Development team for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe, Jon Greenberg.
Click here to download the fifth episode of the MKast.
Ed Boon has once again updated his personal site Noob.Com. He put a new image with a possible reference to Aquaman. Does this mean that Aquaman is going to be in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe? We are sorry, but we do not have the answer to that question. At least, not yet:
Kitana Concept Art Posted On: Aug 05 2008, 12:28 AM
Midway has just released a new concept art of Kitana from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The image was made available on the Facebook page of the game:
MKast Episode 4 Now Online Posted On: Aug 02 2008, 01:57 PM
Midway has just released the fourth episode of its official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast, the MKast. In this episode the hosts talk about E3 and Comic Con. It is also revealed that John Tobias and/or Ed Boon might be guests in one of the next episodes of MKast.
Click here to download the fourth episode of the MKast.
High Quality Multimedia From Comic Com Posted On: Jul 29 2008, 01:50 AM
Midway has just released a high definition version of the Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Fight Video from Comic Con. The video is available for download from our Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe section in both HD and Wide Screen Standard quality.
Midway has also released a high resolution version of The Joker render:
Mortal Kombat Online Interviews Ed Boon At Comic Con Posted On: Jul 28 2008, 03:52 PM
]{ombat of Mortal Kombat Online had the chance to interview Ed Boon at Comic Con. The main topic is of course Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Some interesting questions get their answers for the first time in this interview. The video has also been uploaded on YouTube.
New Gameplay Videos From Comic Con Posted On: Jul 28 2008, 03:41 PM
GameSpot has released four new gameplay videos from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe, including Scorpion vs Catwoman, Shang Tsung vs Catwoman, Sub-Zero vs Superman, Sonya vs Flash.
Information From Comic-Con Posted On: Jul 26 2008, 12:40 AM
Here is all the information that was revealed at Comic-Con in just one news:
- The four new confirmed characters are: Jax, Kitana, Green Lantern and The Joker:
- John Tobias is going to illustrate a special comic book that will be included in the collectors edition of the game
- New arena was announced: Superman's Fortress of Solitude
IGN.Com has also released a new gameplay movie from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe:
Mortal Kombat: Kollection Announced Posted On: Jul 26 2008, 12:25 AM
Midway has announced today the release of Mortal Kombat: Kollection for PlayStation 2:
CHICAGO - July 25, 2008 – Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment industry publisher and developer, today announced Mortal Kombat®: Kollection™, a special collector's edition box set that combines three of the most recent Mortal Kombat releases from the award-winning, and Midway's best-selling video game fighting franchise into one explosive package.
Exclusively for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Mortal Kombat: Kollection features Mortal Kombat: Deception®, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon®, and Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks®. Packing more punch, fatalities and characters into one box than ever before, Mortal Kombat: Kollection is expected to be available this September for a U.S. MSRP of $29.99, just in time for players to refine their skills before the scheduled release of the highly anticipated Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe this holiday season.
"Mortal Kombat has been a pinnacle fighting franchise for well over a decade now and this is an ideal package for fans and collectors in terms of content and price point," said Mona Hamilton, vice president of marketing, Midway Home Entertainment. "With the PlayStation®2 still holding the highest market share of any home console, we saw this as the perfect opportunity to offer an incredible value to our consumers as we ramp up for the highly anticipated launch of Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe."
MKast Episode 3 Now Online Posted On: Jul 25 2008, 11:57 PM
Midway has just released the third episode of its official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast, the MKast. In this episode the hosts have a special guest: Jimmy Palmotti, one of the people behind the story of the game.
Click here to download the third episode of the MKast.
Captain Marvel Render Posted On: Jul 25 2008, 12:31 AM
Midway has released a new render from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe and with it add a little confusion among the fans. The render is of Captain Marvel but it was named Shazam. Shazam is actually the sorcerer who gave Billy Batson the power to transform into the superhero Captain Marvel. Is this just a mistake or there is more to it?
Ed Boon's personal website, Noob.Com has been updated today. An image with the text "Tobias?" has replaced the image from the movie "There will be blood". What does this mean?
Is John Tobias, Mortal Kombat co-creator back or is it just a sign that Noob Saibot will be in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe ? No one can tell, at least not yet.
We will report as soon as we find out more, s stay close!
Both, our affiliate Total Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat Informer are making a live coverage of this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo. They will have the chance to see the very first playable demo of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Mortal Kombat Informer has posted three videos (two with gameplay footage and an interview with Ed Boon).
Total Mortal Kombat currently has only six photos but hopefully a lot more information will be posted there too.
GameTrailers has just posted a video interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon. A lot information is combined with some great footage from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Ed Boon goes through the finishers and attacks for all the characters in the E3 build.
IGN: E3 2008: Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe Hands-on Posted On: Jul 16 2008, 10:50 PM
IGN.com has posted a Hands-On preview of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe based on the E3 Demo version of the game:
Today was my first chance to actually play this game, and I have to say it actually feels pretty good. Trailers and screens had made the gameplay look a little stiff in my opinion, but once I got the controller and started darting around the screen and pulling off combos with the D-pad, everything flowed nicely. The character select screen had 20 slots -- ten red, ten blue -- and had three characters available for each franchise. Representing Mortal Kombat was Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Sonya; while Superman, Batman, and Flash made up the DC side.
7 New Screenshots Posted On: Jul 12 2008, 08:06 PM
Midway has just provided us with 7 high-resolution screenshots from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. You can now clearly see the level of details this game is going to have.
Captain Marvel and Liu Kang Revealed Posted On: Jul 12 2008, 12:22 PM
GameSpot has just released Hands-On preview of the E3 Beta of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Some great information is revealed in this article including the fact that Captain Marvel and Liu Kang will be joining the others for this game.
GameSpot has also released a new gameplay trailer. Don't forget to check it out.
Click here to read the preview and here to watch the gameplay trailer.
Ed Boon Interview on OXM Podcast Posted On: Jul 12 2008, 12:11 PM
OXM has released an interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon on OXM's podcast, with hosts Ryan McCaffrey and Dan Amrich. In this interview he reveals some great details about Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe, including the level of damage characters can take!
Catwoman Render Released Posted On: Jul 10 2008, 08:57 AM
Midway has just released the render of Catwoman from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Now we have the renders for all characters that have been announced, except for Shang Tsung. But who knows, maybe tomorrow we will see it too.
Thanks to our forum member MKRayden for the heads-up.
Midway has just released another high resolution render from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. After the DC superhero The Flash we get the chance to see a fighter from the Mortal Kombat World: Sonya. Enjoy:
Midway has just sent us the next high resolution render from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. This time we get the chance to take a closer look at the DC hero The Flash. Enjoy:
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe On GameTrailers TV Posted On: Jul 05 2008, 12:07 PM
Last night, the world's very first exclusive gameplay footage of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe was shown on Gametrailers TV. A lot of new information was revealed. You get to see all announced characters in the game, including The Flash, Sonya, Catwoman and Shang Tsung.
OK, instead of boring you more, here is the link to the video.
Update: Just as we promised earlier today. Visit our Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe section and you will find more than 60 screenshots from the gameplay footage shown in the preview. We have also just update the section with the latest information.
Official Mortal Kombat Podcast Now Online Posted On: Jul 04 2008, 02:15 AM
Midway has just informed us, that the first Episode of the MKast has been released:
Today Midway announced the launch of the official Mortal Kombat podcast, the MKast. Found at http://www.worldscollide.com, each episode will reveal new features and secrets of one of the videogame industry's most successful franchises. Each MKast will feature members of the Mortal Kombat development team along with surprise special guests and will tackle topics ranging from development, Mortal Kombat history, Mortal Kombat secrets, special Q&A sessions and more!
The debut episode features the vocal talents of Senior Producer, Hans Lo, and Associate Producer, Hector Sanchez. They speak in-depth about the birth of the MKast and the production of the latest Mortal Kombat title, Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe.
This Friday, Spike TV's "GameTrailers with Geoff Keighley" presents an exclusive look at Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe. Spike TV and GameTrailers.com announced yesterday that two never-before-seen characters from Midway’s upcoming Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe, licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, will be revealed this Friday night, July 4th at 1:00am ET/PT on "GameTrailers TV" in HD. Tune in to discover which two villains from the Mortal Kombat/DC multiverse will be joining the ranks of Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Superman and Batman as playable characters in the upcoming fighting game.
In this first episode the team confirms that Catwoman and Shang Tsung will be in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Click here to download the first episode of the MKast.
Two New Villains Will Be Revealed Soon Posted On: Jul 03 2008, 01:22 AM
Spike TV and Gametrailers have revealed that two new villains from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe will make their debut on GameTrailers TV this Friday:
This week on GameTrailers TV worlds will collide as we reveal Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe for the first time with series creator Ed Boone, then its the debut trailer for Blitz: The League II, and the anime inspired opening for Street Fighter IV, Daniel Kayser is in Las Vegas for SOCOM weapons training with the Navy SEALS, and we reveal the new trailer for SOCOM: Confrontation.
PTOM: Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Preview Posted On: Jun 26 2008, 11:23 AM
The newest issue of PlayStation: The Official Magazine has a six page preview of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe in which a couple of new screenshots are shown, including two with Sonya.
The scans were originally posted on Midway Boards by MK NAT.
More DC Characters Posted On: Jun 26 2008, 11:07 AM
Kotaku.Com has posted a small article on Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The article gives clues to some of the fighters in the game:
We only know the rest of the line-up through vague descriptions from a separate source, such as Prototypical Super Hero, Mystical Super Hero, Amazon Queen, Sexy Villainness, Crazy Villain, and Military Superhero. Many of those aren't hard to figure out, but series creator Ed Boon says the full line-up has yet to be correctly guessed by fans.
MK vs. DCU Comic-Con Panel With Ed Boon and Jimmy Palmiotti Posted On: Jun 25 2008, 05:55 PM
Today, Midway announced they'll be hosting a Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe panel with MK co-creator Ed Boon and comic scribe Jimmy Palmiotti on Friday, July 25 at Comic-Con 2008 in San Diego.
Worlds Collide: The Making of Midway's Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe - Ed Boon (Mortal Kombat) and Jimmy Palmiotti (Painkiller Jane) discuss how two billion-dollar entertainment franchises collide as Mortal Kombat warriors battle DC superheroes for the first time ever in this highly anticipated video game. Join Ed Boon and Jimmy Palmiotti for an exclusive look at never-before-seen gameplay, the unveiling of key characters on the game's roster, as well as a Q&A session for Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe! All panel attendees will receive an exclusive, limited edition Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe Comic-con 2008 poster. Friday, July 25th 11:15AM - 12:15PM, Room 6B
GameSpot: Ed Boon Interview + New Screenshots Posted On: Jun 25 2008, 12:38 AM
Today GameSpot has posted an interview with Mortal Kombat's Co-Creator Ed Boon. In this interview he confirms that Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe will indeed have Fatalities and gives some information on what is going to be shown on E3 next month. Part of the update are 5 new screenshots from the game. Some of those screenshots show blood and really amazing looking cuts and bruises.
Here is a small peace of the interview:
GS: Have you made any more headway on the fatality versus finishing moves?
EB: Yes we have. All of the MK characters and all of the DC villains will have fatalities. The DC heroes who don't kill that often will have brutalities that will function just like fatalities but don't actually kill the opponent.
GS: What can we look for at E3?
EB: We will be showing four characters and two arenas.
GS: So now that the door's been opened with MK vs. DC, do you think fans might get MK vs. Street Fighter?
EB: I've never held back my enthusiasm for doing a project like MK vs. Street Fighter. I still think it would be a blast to do. But the reality of the situation is that we are two different companies. That's a tough obstacle to overcome. It's kind of like doing Tekken vs. Virtua Fighter, Die Hard vs. Rambo, Coke vs. Pepsi, "Family Ties" vs. "Growing Pains," Alien vs. Preda...never mind...you get the idea.
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe Facebook Profile Posted On: Jun 24 2008, 05:30 PM
Midway has created a Facebook profile for Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. There is nothing new there so far but we will keep an eye on it in case something interesting appears.
Click here if you want to visit the Facebook profile of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
Sonya And Flash Revealed Posted On: Jun 19 2008, 01:34 PM
The newest issue of the UK XBOX 360 Magazine X360 will reveal two more characters from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Luckily, before the official release of the issue, scanned images from it appeared on the Internet and on Midway Boards. On these images you can see that the two confirmed characters are Sonya and Flash.
Click here to visit the official website of the magazine.
Batcave and Gotham City Concept Art Posted On: Jun 11 2008, 12:40 AM
Looks like it's time for another Batman.
Midway has just sent us two new concept art pieces from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. This time we can take a close look at Gotham City and the Batcave. Both locations will be present in the upcoming game:
Potential MK vs DCU Kollector’s Edition Bonus Item Question Posted On: Jun 07 2008, 12:20 AM
We just received an e-mail from Midway regarding the exclusive content of the Kollector's Edition of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. They are asking all fans to participate in a small survey and help them determine what kind of bonus kontent to be added in the potentially possible Kollector's Edition:
Hello Fans,
We value your input; please take a moment to click on the link to answer a MK vs. DCU question at your earliest convenience.
MK vs. DCU Podcast Announced Posted On: Jun 03 2008, 11:45 PM
Today Midway informed us, that an official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe podcast series is planned. Recording for the first one will start tomorrow. The Top 5 questions from Midway Boards will be answered in it. The podcast will start in a few weeks.
Superman Render Is Finally Here Posted On: May 20 2008, 01:32 AM
Today is a very happy day for us all. Only a few hours after we got our hands on the 2 new Koncept Art images, Midway provided us with the long expected Superman render from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Specially for you also without the background:
Once again thanks to Midway for providing Mortal Kombat Secrets with these great images.
Two All New Pieces of MK vs. DC Universe Concept Art Posted On: May 19 2008, 06:49 PM
We just received two new concept art images from Midway. They show two of the most expected locations in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe: Hell from the Mortal Kombat Universe and Metropolis from the DC Universe. Enjoy:
We want to say thanks to the people over at Midway for providing us with these great images.
High-Resolution Scorpion Render Posted On: May 09 2008, 05:03 PM
After yesterday's news, Midway has released a high-resolution render of Scorpion from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. The render is identical to the one that appeared in the Polish gaming magazine NEO+:
We have also just updated our Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe section. It now contains all new articles, interviews and images that are available.
Scorpion's New Look Revealed Posted On: May 08 2008, 12:50 AM
NEO+, a Polish gaming magazine has published the first clear images of Scorpion from Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe.
From the quality of the image and the its angle we cannot say whether this is an in-game screenshot or not. But this is definitely the way Scorpion is going to look in Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. Just take a closer look on the very first Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe image, that appeared on Noob.Com and you will see a lot of similarities.
The image was posted by Mortal Kombat Online's forum member Sarumanthewhite for which we are very grateful.
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Game Section Added Posted On: Apr 19 2008, 07:22 PM
You probably wondered why we haven't updated for a while (less then 20 hours).
Well, we have been busy with our Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Game Section.
It is now here and offers all the information and media currently available for the game. We have collected specially for you, our visitors all facts, news, articles, images and videos in one place. So, enjoy.
And remember to check the GameSpot's preview in our Articles subsection.
Please feel free to leave some feedback, we will be happy.
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Teaser Trailer + Interview Posted On: Apr 18 2008, 07:32 PM
The time has finally come for us all to see the first Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Teaser Trailer. As promised yesterday GamesRadar has posted the first exclusive movie for the game.
WhoIs Domain Information Posted On: Apr 18 2008, 11:07 AM
We did some research on the domain name for the official Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe website - Worldscollide.Com, and some interesting information came out, information that we don't really know how to interpret:
Registrant:
Holland & Hart
555 17th Street Suite 3200
Denver, CO 80202
US
Domain Name: WORLDSCOLLIDE.COM
Administrative Contact, Technical Contact, Zone Contact:
Holland & Hart
Holland & Hart
555 17th Street Suite 3200
Denver, CO 80202
US
(303)669-3757
Domain created on 20-Jun-2002
Domain expires on 21-Jun-2010
Last updated on 20-Feb-2008
What is really interesting is that Holland & Hart is a law firm. And also that the domain name record exists since 20-Jun-2002.
The reason for this is currently unexplained. Probably Holland & Hart is the previous owner of the domain and the record hasn't been updated by Midway on purpose.
First Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Render Posted On: Apr 18 2008, 10:39 AM
Yesterday a lot fans remained with mixed feelings. The people who were at the press conference were not allowed to give away any information from the 8 minute presentation of Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe. So we all will have to wait just a little bit longer for new information.
Fellow Mortal Kombat fan site Mortal Kombat Online posted the first promotional image for the game.
On this image you see two of the characters in the game, Sub-Zero and Batman.
The URL of the official website (still inactive) is also present: Worldscollide.Com.
So, what is the new information after yesterday:
1. We have three confirmed characters: Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Batman and Superman ?.
2. Link to the official site.
3. Confirmation for a lot more information today.
The list is pretty short, we know. But that's only because visitors of this site knew about the name of the game (Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe) for quite some time.
As for DC Comics. This is probably just the next step in their plan to reintroduce their characters in a more darker world. Previous attempts are: Superman: Doomsday and Smallville (both are getting really serious and dark at moments).
If you are not familiar with the DC Comics Universe just visit their website.
What characters can we expect to see from the DC Comics Universe: Superman, Green Arrow, Black Canary, Aqua Man, Cyborg, The Flash, Supergirl and a lot more. Who will appear in the game only time can tell us.
Keep an eye on Mortal Kombat Secrets as we continue to track the events from Midway Gamers' Day for you.
Noob.Com: Times Up Posted On: Apr 18 2008, 01:42 AM
Just as we promised, we continue to follow all events around Mortal Kombat 8. Ed Boon's personal websiteNoob.Com just got updated with what might be the very first Mortal Kombat 8 image. The picture is very blurry and has the filename rain2.jpg:
We think that the fighter on the image is Scorpion which probably means that Rain might be the one he is fighting with.
GamesRadar Teaser Image Posted On: Apr 18 2008, 12:49 AM
Only a few hours separate us from the moment when all questions will be answered. Although we, here at Mortal Kombat Secrets, reported that the next installment of the Mortal Kombat franchise will be a Versus game, currently entitled Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe (see previous news), a lot fans remained skeptic and didn't want to believe. Today something happened, something that only backups our story from April 15.
Today GamesRadar posted a teaser image with promise of an exclusive video from the next Mortal Kombat 8 tomorrow. But they should have looked much more closely at the filename. The image is named "MKDC blog--article_image". Not to mention the blatantly obvious Superman silhouette in the picture itself.
The picture itself is probably just a cheap PhotoShop work, just to make the news more exciting, much like our image from the previous update.
What is more interesting, the image has been removed from the site, only a couple of hours later. Maybe Midway made them remove it, maybe not. Fortunately the image was just removed from the news they posted, but not from their server. So, it can still be accessed here.
Things are getting really exciting as the time nears when Mortal Kombat 8 will be shown for the first time to the public. Two are the possible outcomes:
- It is all true and we have the first Mortal Kombat Versus title. (Most likely)
- Midway have really spend a lot of time and have done a really great job to foul us all.
We will find the truth soon enough.
Keep an eye on Mortal Kombat Secrets as we keep tracking the events from Midway Gamers' Day for you.
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe Posted On: Apr 15 2008, 12:02 AM
Do you still remember one of the very first rumors that hit the net. Exactly!!! It was that the next Mortal Kombat game (currently known as Mortal Kombat 8) is going to be a Versus title, combining both Mortal Kombat and DC characters. However time has passed and this rumor was forgotten. But today it was made clear that this rumor is true.
In preparation for Midway Gamer's Day, that is in just a few days, Midway has added the next Mortal Kombat game in the list of titles that are going to be released in the second half of the year. The game is listed as:
Mortal Kombat VS. DC Universe
This means that we are really going to get a "VS" Mortal Kombat game.
What effect is all this going to have on the Mortal Kombat community is to early to predict.
Keep an eye on Mortal Kombat Secrets. We will update with more information as soon as we find out more.
And remember you heard this news first here at Mortal Kombat Secrets - The most informative Mortal Kombat website on the net.
Update - 04.15.2008
Due to the fact that this news totally turned the entire community upside down, and led to a lot of accusations and negative feedback on the trustfulness of Mortal Kombat Secrets, here is a short explanation about how this news was born.
MK8 Information to be Revealed at Midway Gamer's Day Posted On: Mar 12 2008, 10:03 PM
During Midway's Q4 2007 conference call Midway Games' CEO David Zucker revealed that the company is finally planning on announcing some details about the next installment of Mortal Kombat, currently only known as Mortal Kombat 8. This will happen on April 17th (remember the countdown on Noob.Com) at Midway Gamer's Day event. Below is a short transcript from the conference call:
"And then later in the year, we expect to launch the next generation debut of our perennial top selling franchise Mortal Kombat. The Mortal Kombat franchise has sold over 7 million units during the PS2 console cycle and we will be unveiling details on the next iteration at our Gamers Day event in mid April."
Leaked Mortal Kombat 8 Teaser Trailer? Posted On: Mar 10 2008, 11:30 AM
Yesterday a possible Mortal Kombat 8 Teaser Trailer has been leaked on YouTube by a person who is supposed to be a MIDWAY employer. The video shows the following lines:
DARKER
KOMPLETELY REINVENTED
NOVEMBER 2008
Raiden's new look is also shown at the end of the movie.
Please note that this news is still unconfirmed and there is a possibility that this trailer is fake. We will update again as soon as we find out more.
Update: 03.12.2008
The teaser trailer has been confirmed as being FAKE.
However, this whole story was a nice warm up for what's coming.
After years of inactivity, Noob.com has finally been updated.
But don't expect to see new Mortal Kombat 8 information there, at least not yet. The only thing that is currently displayed on this site is an image with its name.
Mortal Kombat 8 For PC? Posted On: Oct 18 2007, 04:14 PM
OK, before you start screaming happily, read the entire news please.
Currently Mortal Kombat 8 is announced as Next Generation MK game for the next generation of consoles. These are PlayStation 3, XBox 360 and Wii. Due to hardware limitations we exclude Nintendo Wii. It is unclear if the Wii is capable of handling the Unreal Engine 3.
Right here is actually where this news comes from. According to the official Unreal Technology website, Mortal Kombat 8 is being developed for PlayStation 3, XBox 360 and PC. It will be nice to see the Return of Mortal Kombat to the PC. Any official announcement from Midway is still missing.
Nitara's Mortal Kombat: Armageddon Bio Posted On: Jun 27 2007, 11:57 AM
Midway has finally released another character bio from Mortal Kombat: Armageddon: Nitara. If things keep going like this we will probably get the last bio a day or two before the release of Mortal Kombat 8.
The realm of Vaeternus had regained independence from Shao Kahn. I was revered for my part in the victory. The restructuring of our civilization was well underway; soon we would regain our former majesty. Unfortunately our honor was not all that had returned from ages past....
Reports of genocide raced throughout the restored Moroi Empire. Many vampires had been slain; none had yet survived an attack to describe the assailants. I set forth to uncover the truth. Examining the wounds of the dead, I came to the disheartening conclusion that these murders were not the work of a band of assassins. The victims had fallen to the blade known as Datusha, the bane of the Moroi. The ancient kriss had found a new wielder. It had returned for vampire blood.
Though Datusha's origin has been lost to history, its purpose is clear: It lives to kill as many vampires as it can. We are a powerful race; there are few who threaten our immortality. It has been speculated by the Elders that the sword itself may be our one "natural" predator.
The accursed blade finds a wielder and corrupts them into believing they are slaying for some higher purpose. In the past it has chosen a vampire as its puppet. The last was Kahil Grigesh. Though he was driven mad by the power of the sword, he was strong enough to eventually overcome its mind control. To atone for slaying his fellow vampires, he took the sword into the Netherrealm, where he committed hara-kiri, imprisoning Datusha in Hell.
It was believed that the sword would never find another vampire wielder in that desolate place. Safe from slaughter, our numbers had exceeded those of any recorded era. But with Datusha's return, vampires were being rapidly driven to extinction. Something needed to be done!
The Elders researched ancient vampire texts, hoping to find some means of defeating the blade. An obscure Edenian prophecy they found might hold the key. It describes a force of great power concealed in a crater there. I was commanded to find this power and use it against our foe.
As I made for Edenia, I came upon a massacre. The bodies of my vampire kin lay everywhere. Amidst the carnage stood a woman in white wielding the unholy kriss. Enraged, I did battle with her -- but she was too powerful. I broke away, luring her out of Vaeternus as I escaped.
As long as her attention is fixed on me, the vampire nation will be safe. I must draw Ashrah closer to the crater and use the Edenian weapon against her. This may be our only hope of eliminating the blade once and for all. May the Moroi Live Eternal!
Mortal Kombat 8 Is Under Development Posted On: Jun 28 2006, 06:20 PM
GameDaily has published an interview with Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon. In it he confirms that the development of Mortal Kombat 8 has already begun. Here is a part of the article:
At this time I figured I should ask the one thing I've wanted to know since Armageddon was announced. I asked Boon when Mortal Kombat would be making its way to next generation consoles. With a smile Boon told me that the next Mortal Kombat (MK8 for now) will be on next generation consoles and they've already started work on it. It almost certainly won't be hitting next year, but it should be arriving sometime in 2008. In addition, the game will not use the same engine as Armageddon and the past few MK titles, so we'll be getting an all new Mortal Kombat.
Mortal Kombat: Armageddon Previews Posted On: Feb 11 2006, 01:01 PM
Both GameDaily and Shacknews preview the upcoming Mortal Kombat game: Mortal Kombat: Armageddon. From the articles:
ShackNews
But here's the thing: the last time we had bosses selectable by default in an MK game (MK Trilogy), the balancing left a little to be desired... which is putting it lightly. So what about in Armageddon? Will Shao Kahn, Goro and others be able to easily lay the smack down on other "normal" fighters such as Sub-Zero, Sonya, and Kano? "The boss characters are going to go through the same development and balancing as the normal characters in Armageddon," assures Boon. "In Trilogy, [the bosses] had to be pieced together with the 'boss-only' assets created for MK1, 2 and 3. Because of this, they ... never got the same treatment as the other characters, which were balanced from their original arcade games."
By now you may be wondering exactly how this game appeals to classic MK fans who were shunned by the move to 3D (and less strategic gameplay). Well, Midway has declared that this is the MK that will tie up all the loose ends and allow the development team to move on to the next generation with a completely new look and feel to the series. This doesn't mean you won't be seeing a few of the staple characters in Mortal Kombat 8, but it does mean that fans of the classic MK titles will be rid of the current fighting engine when the next generation of Mortal Kombat is finally upon us. Sorry MK fans, but the 3D MK games have turned a lot of old school fans away from the series who would love to get back into things with a brand new fighting engine.
