Raiden's MK: Armageddon Bio
Posted On: Jan 23 2007, 10:40 AM
Midway has released the fifth character bio from Mortal Kombat:
Armageddon. This time we get to learn some details about Raiden
and the unexpected fact that he made an alliance with the fallen Elder
God Shinnok:
No longer will I entrust the safety of
Earthrealm to the free will of mankind. The time has come to take
matters into my own hands
Centuries ago I defeated an ancient sect of necromancers, the Houan.
Though their members subsequently were scattered to the winds, their
ancient underground temple still existed, abandoned and unused for ages.
On the stone walls within were etched enchantments that would revive the
dead. Strewn about were the enchanted chains of binding the Houan would
use to control their undead.
I laid the corpse of Liu Kang on a ceremonial altar and bound it with
the shackles. Reciting the unholy enchantments, I brought to life the
body of my former ally and infused it with a thunderclap of lightning.
The corpse of Liu Kang would be no mere zombie; it would serve as my
ultimate enforcer. Satisfied, I then set free this abomination to wreak
havoc on those who have done harm to Earthrealm.
Though I tried to conceal my activities, my use of the dark energies did
not go unnoticed. Shinnok appeared before me and proposed an alliance.
He would help secure the protection of Earthrealm in return for my aid
in some undisclosed plot. I am no fool. I know well the treachery of
this former Elder God. I accepted his offer and will complete this task,
but only to discover his true objective. Until then, I will use Shinnok
to serve my own ends.
Nightwolf's MK: Armageddon Bio
Released
Posted On: Jan 11 2007, 04:10 PM
Midway has released the fourth character bio from Mortal Kombat:
Armageddon. This time we get to learn that Nightwolf's ending
from Mortal Kombat: Deception has indeed happened plus everything
that happened with him between the events from the two games:
After imprisoning Onaga's corrupt soul, I was
released from the Netherrealm. I passed through the spirit world before
emerging in Earthrealm, surrounded by a pack of wolves, my spirit
guides. I had only faint memories of that brief journey... or did it
last an eternity?
The Ancients spoke to me of a coming storm that would pit the warriors
of the realms against each other in an epic battle. But most disturbing
of all was a warning that a hidden evil was manipulating these warriors,
forcing them to participate.
My visions were seemingly made real when, at a gathering of the Forces
of Light, Johnny Cage revealed that Shinnok had returned, and that the
fallen Elder God was assembling the Forces of Darkness once more. I
agreed to help Johnny Cage and join his fight.
At the summit, Kitana approached me. I was amazed to find that she was
accompanied by the spirit of Liu Kang. The bond between them was strong;
thus she was able to keep his energies intact until a way to reunite his
body and soul could be found. There was not much I could do to help
until I achieved a much higher level of shamanic power. I transferred
the bond from Kitana to myself and accepted my role as Liu Kang's new
spiritual anchor. Perhaps this unknown power sought by the Forces of
Darkness could be the key to helping Liu Kang find peace.
Five New Mortal Kombat II Videos
From GameSpot
Posted On: Jan 11 2007, 03:55 PM
GameSpot has added five videos in the Videos section of the
PlayStation 3 version of Mortal Kombat II. Three of the
videos show only gameplay footage. The other two are interviews with one
of the members of the team behind this release of Mortal Kombat II.
Midway's gory fighter hits 1 million
shipped across both PS2, Xbox; Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks also hits
milestone.
By Tim Surette, GameSpot
Posted Jan 8, 2007 5:08 pm PT
Ripping heads off torsos and dismembering bodies may not make good
substitutes for parenting, but it sure does sell a lot of games. Midway
Games today announced that Mortal Kombat: Armageddon has shipped 1
million units worldwide.
The game was released in October on the PlayStation 2 and Xbox and is
allegedly the final Mortal Kombat game for current-generation consoles.
The finale packed in dozens of characters from previous MK games and was
met with generally positive reviews. The game is also headed to the Wii
in April.
Midway also revealed that the 2005 game Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks has
also shipped more than 1 million units. Shaolin Monks was released on
the Xbox and PS2.
Mortal Kombat II For PlayStation 3
Posted On: Jan 11 2007, 02:25 PM
In a press release
Sony Online Entertainment announced that Mortak Kombat II and other
five classic
Midway games will be released as downloadable titles for PlayStation
3. From the press release:
SONY ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT AND MIDWAY TEAM
UP FOR SIX PLAYSTATION®3 SYSTEM DOWNLOADABLE TITLES
Sony Online Entertainment to Bring Classic Games from Midway to the
PLAYSTATION®Network Early This Year
SAN DIEGO, Calif. – January 8, 2007 – Sony Online Entertainment, (SOE) a
global leader in the online gaming industry, announced that it has
licensed the rights from Midway Home Entertainment Inc., a leading
interactive entertainment industry publisher and developer, to develop
and release six classic Midway games for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer
entertainment system. The games will be available for digital download
through the PLAYSTATION® Network; with the first game being available in
early 2007.
The six downloadable titles are: Mortal Kombat® II, Gauntlet®II, Joust®,
Rampage World Tour®, Rampart® and Championship Sprint®. Each title was
specifically chosen because of its multiplayer capability, allowing
players to experience each of these classics with their friends in the
comfort of their own living room, or anywhere else through an internet
connection. All of the titles will be offered for PLAYSTATION 3 system
download exclusively through the PLAYSTATION Network.
“We knew these titles would be a perfect fit for the PLAYSTATION
Network, and based on Sony Online Entertainment’s legacy in the online
space as well as their intimate knowledge of the PLAYSTATION Network, it
was an obvious decision they would be a top company to work with to
bring this project to fruition,” said Steve Allison, chief marketing
officer, Midway.
In addition to its work on the development of the PLAYSTATION Network,
SOE released a PLAYSTATION 3 launch title, Untold Legends™ Dark
Kingdom™, in November of 2006.
“This is a great opportunity for SOE and Midway to come together to
bring these arcade treasures to the next-generation of gaming on the
PLAYSTATION 3,” said John Needham, Sr. Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer, Sony Online Entertainment. “SOE will continue to
explore additional opportunities to bring fun and unique digital content
to the PLAYSTATION Network.”
Click
here to see the entire text of the press release.
Fujin's Mortal Kombat: Armageddon
Bio Released
Posted On: Jan 5 2007, 07:43 AM
Midway has continue releasing the characters bios from Mortal
Kombat: Armageddon. The third one is Fujin's Bio:
It is unclear to me what has caused the
transformation in our friend and ally Raiden. I have conversed with gods
from other realms about the possible reasons for his madness. Rumors
abound that he may have sacrificed himself to defeat Onaga. But if that
were true, his energies would have dispersed and then reformed in
Earthrealm. His spirit would have been reborn, having no memories of the
past. He would have become a new god of thunder, neither good nor evil.
Yet this new Raiden is dark, acting with a clear goal to defend the
realm, but with the ruthlessness of Shao Kahn. What is more troubling is
the enforcer he commands. Liu Kang's corpse has been reanimated and is
selectively slaying many for reasons unknown. Kung Lao and I have joined
forces to confront our former allies. If a way cannot be found to save
Raiden and Liu Kang, I fear we will have no choice but to finish them.
When I first reunited with Kung Lao he informed me of a gathering called
together by Johnny Cage. At the meeting, Johnny Cage described his
encounter with Shinnok, the fallen Elder God thought to have been
defeated years ago. I doubted his story. It seems unlikely that Johnny
Cage would have psychic powers, and even less likely that he could have
defeated Shinnok single-handed. But others present brought forth further
evidence that something epic was taking shape. Most interesting was
Kenshi's mention of the brothers Taven and Daegon. I knew them well ages
ago. When they went missing, I questioned Argus. He would not speak of
their whereabouts, but stated that they would bring about a new world.
At the time I did not understand what he meant. But now it is becoming
clear to me that whatever Argus planned is being corrupted by evil. As
the others embark on this journey to defeat Blaze, I must intercept
Taven and Daegon to hinder their progress and determine the true purpose
of the quest. I only hope I am not too late.
Sareena's Mortal Kombat: Armageddon
Bio Released
Posted On: Jan 4 2007, 07:31 AM
Midway has continue releasing the characters bios from Mortal
Kombat: Armageddon. The second one is Sareena's Bio:
I was given asylum by the Lin Kuei in
gratitude for aiding Sub-Zero in the Netherrealm years ago. I swore to
uphold the laws of the clan and protect it from any outside threat. My
allegiance was strong, but Sub-Zero felt I still had much to prove
before the clan would fully accept me.
He entrusted me with a small metallic object that would guide me and
grant me access to the hidden Lin Kuei temple. He ordered me to wait for
him there as he departed for the Netherrealm. Instead, I followed him --
I could not bring myself to allow him to come to harm. But the realm's
essence began twisting my soul, and I had second thoughts about
disobeying him.
When he was attacked by Noob Saibot and Smoke, however, it seemed I had
made the right decision. I leapt from hiding and prevented Noob from
killing Sub-Zero. With the sides now even, we soundly defeated Noob and
Smoke. They escaped to parts unknown, but not before rendering Sub-Zero
unconscious.
The intense fight and the influence of the Netherrealm's dark energies
caused me to lose control of my human apperance, and I reverted to my
demonic form. When Sub-Zero regained consciousness, he was confused and
attacked me. To avoid harming him, I fled to the depths of the
Netherrealm. There I was ambushed by Noob, Smoke, and my former master,
Quan Chi. The sorcerer knew of my allegiance to Sub-Zero and demanded to
know the location of the Lin Kuei temple. At first I refused, holding to
my oath. But Quan Chi's influence is great. He cast his dark sorcery
upon me, returning me to my human form and showing me my true nature. I
am not a being of Light. I am a demon of the Netherrealm, a servant of
Quan Chi. I will follow him to whatever end. I surrendered the object
given to me by Sub-Zero. He was a fool to have trusted me.
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