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Which Klassic MK Mode Would You Bring Back In Mortal Kombat 12?
by Gambid on Mar 21, 2023 :: 3Today Ed Boon asked his twitter follows, which classic Mortal Kombat side/mini game would they personally like to bring back. And while we were extremely disappointed that Pong and Galaxian did not appear on the list, we were happy to see that one of our favorites gathered most of the votes. In the list were all the mini and not so mini games from Mortal Kombat: Deception and Mortal Kombat: Armageddon: Puzzle Kombat, Chess Kombat, Motor Kombat and Konquest mode. And without a surprise Konquest mode got the most votes. Have a look:
In fact Konquest mode first appeared in Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance as sort of a training mode where you got to learn a lot about the story of the kombatants while training with them. For those of you willing to read a lot, we have all the story right here.
Most fans are however fascinated and a truly love Konquest mode's second incarnation in Mortal Kombat: Deception. In it you got to explore 6 different realms as the new-comer Shujinko and train, while meeting basically every fighter who has ever appeared in the franchise. This mode was for back in day a major undertaking. And to have it just as one of the games included in Mortal Kombat: Deception was a tremendous achievement from the development team. For your viewing pleasure, we dug up this video from our archives:
The so far final incarnation of Konquest mode was in Mortal Kombat: Armageddon, where you witness the events that would lead to the Armageddon through the eyes of Taven, brother of Dagon and son of Argus, protector of Edenia. This mode is special as it borrows many mechanics from Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks. It did sacrifice the free roaming and exploration aspects though.
Will we see Konquest return in Mortal Kombat 12? The Krypt in Mortal Kombat 11 got really close but a mode with a larger scale is definitely very welcome. Which version of Konquest mode is your favorite? Let us know in the comments.
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In fact Konquest mode first appeared in Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance as sort of a training mode where you got to learn a lot about the story of the kombatants while training with them. For those of you willing to read a lot, we have all the story right here.
Most fans are however fascinated and a truly love Konquest mode's second incarnation in Mortal Kombat: Deception. In it you got to explore 6 different realms as the new-comer Shujinko and train, while meeting basically every fighter who has ever appeared in the franchise. This mode was for back in day a major undertaking. And to have it just as one of the games included in Mortal Kombat: Deception was a tremendous achievement from the development team. For your viewing pleasure, we dug up this video from our archives:
The so far final incarnation of Konquest mode was in Mortal Kombat: Armageddon, where you witness the events that would lead to the Armageddon through the eyes of Taven, brother of Dagon and son of Argus, protector of Edenia. This mode is special as it borrows many mechanics from Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks. It did sacrifice the free roaming and exploration aspects though.
Will we see Konquest return in Mortal Kombat 12? The Krypt in Mortal Kombat 11 got really close but a mode with a larger scale is definitely very welcome. Which version of Konquest mode is your favorite? Let us know in the comments.
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Mortal Kombat Reference In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
by Roy Arkon on Jan 10, 2023 :: 0A connection between the Mortal Kombat franchise and the Pokémon franchise is not exactly something that anyone would think about for obvious reasons, however this connection can now be seen thanks to what could be a direct reference to the MK series in the latest Pokémon main series games, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, found by yours truly.
In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, once you're about to face the Ice-Type Gym Leader Grusha (he's a male character, by the way, don't let his name and appearance fool you), you will need to go to the staffer of Grusha's Gym to get the approval to face him, at which point he will refer to Grusha as the "Sub-zero Shredder". This is a reference to the MK blue male Ninja and the Grandmaster of the Lin Kuei, Sub-Zero, but on top of that, it's also a reference to Sub-Zero's default costume in Mortal Kombat: Deception, which heavily resembles Shredder from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, and would return as an alternative costume for Sub-Zero in both Mortal Kombat: Armageddon and Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate.
Here's a video from my YouTube channel, showcasing the reference:
Of course, this reference could be only a coincidental one and with no actual intention by Game Freak, Nintendo and the Pokémon Company to reference MK, but even if so, it is still a funny coincidence that a game that is mainly directed for children will make a reference to an adult-oriented series, as two complete opposites of the spectrum meet each other. And it's even more special for yours truly, since both Mortal Kombat and Pokémon are my top 2 favorite video game franchises of all time, being at No1. and No 2. respectively, and they are also 2 of my top 5 all time favorite pop culture franchises, alongside Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and as a big fan of all 3 of them, I love it.
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In Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, once you're about to face the Ice-Type Gym Leader Grusha (he's a male character, by the way, don't let his name and appearance fool you), you will need to go to the staffer of Grusha's Gym to get the approval to face him, at which point he will refer to Grusha as the "Sub-zero Shredder". This is a reference to the MK blue male Ninja and the Grandmaster of the Lin Kuei, Sub-Zero, but on top of that, it's also a reference to Sub-Zero's default costume in Mortal Kombat: Deception, which heavily resembles Shredder from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, and would return as an alternative costume for Sub-Zero in both Mortal Kombat: Armageddon and Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate.
Of course, this reference could be only a coincidental one and with no actual intention by Game Freak, Nintendo and the Pokémon Company to reference MK, but even if so, it is still a funny coincidence that a game that is mainly directed for children will make a reference to an adult-oriented series, as two complete opposites of the spectrum meet each other. And it's even more special for yours truly, since both Mortal Kombat and Pokémon are my top 2 favorite video game franchises of all time, being at No1. and No 2. respectively, and they are also 2 of my top 5 all time favorite pop culture franchises, alongside Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and as a big fan of all 3 of them, I love it.
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History Of Weapons In The Mortal Kombat Games
by Roy Arkon on Jul 29, 2022 :: 0The fighting game genre had weapon-based fighting styles being used and showcased across multiple games and across multiple franchises, and the Mortal Kombat franchise is one of them. While it was never a full-on weaon-based series like Soul Calibur or Samurai Shodown, MK had weapons being used for the vast majority of it's games and for a vast majority of characters in the series, with the weapons having their level of usage, visibility and gameplay impact being changed from game to game, and in some cases, from character to character.
In his newest video, Ketchup breaks down everything that weapons have brought to the MK series, from Mortal Kombat II all the way to Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate.
Author's note: Technically speaking, the MK series started to have weapons since Mortal Kombat 1, but it was only with Scorpion and Kano and with only 1 special move each (Scorpion's Spear and Kano's Knife Toss), while MK2 was the game that really gave the signs of things to come for the series as the concept of weapons has been used for more characters and not only way more than just one special move, but Fatalities as well.
Check out the video from Ketchup below, enjoy:
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In his newest video, Ketchup breaks down everything that weapons have brought to the MK series, from Mortal Kombat II all the way to Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate.
Author's note: Technically speaking, the MK series started to have weapons since Mortal Kombat 1, but it was only with Scorpion and Kano and with only 1 special move each (Scorpion's Spear and Kano's Knife Toss), while MK2 was the game that really gave the signs of things to come for the series as the concept of weapons has been used for more characters and not only way more than just one special move, but Fatalities as well.
Check out the video from Ketchup below, enjoy:
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Ed Boon Is Being Inducted Into The DICE Awards Hall Of Fame!
by Roy Arkon on Jan 29, 2022 :: 0A couple of days ago, the official Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) Twitter page has announced that Mortal Kombat as well as the Injustice franchises, and Co-Creator and Chief Creative Officer of NetherRealm Studios, Ed Boon, has officially been selected the 25th Inductee into the DICE Awards Hall of Fame.
According to the AIAS president Meggan Scavio, as stated in announcment of the official AIAS AIAS website, "We are thrilled to have Ed be inducted into our Hall of Fame. From his early work on pinball machines to his monumental achievements co-creating the Mortal Kombat franchise, Ed's dedication and perseverance to the craft and art of games has left an incredible legacy for fans and game developers alike."
Xbox Game Studios head, Matt Booty, who started his video game career at Midway back in the day and is also the one who will represent Boon the award, said the following: “I met Ed on my very first day in the game industry at Midway and had the good fortune to watch him lead the creation of Mortal Kombat and work with so many talented people to grow it into an iconic, worldwide franchise. Ed epitomizes the best of what a game designer can be: big ideas, a great sense of humor, clear focus, and the ability to bring people together as a team. He has created not only a string of hit games but has also supported countless people on their own paths in the game industry.”
The AIAS Hall of Fame honors game creators who have been instrumental in the development of highly influential games and moving a gaming genres forward. These individuals demonstrate the highest level of creativity and innovation, resulting in significant product influence on a scale that expands the scope of the industry. Past AIAS Hall of Fame recipients include Connie Booth (2020), Bonnie Ross (2019), Todd Howard (2017), Hideo Kojima (2016) and more.
Ed Boon will be joining the AIAS Hall of Fame for all of his contributions to the gaming industry. From starting his career working on pinball machines at Williams Electronics, from working on his first title High Impact Football and it's sequel Super High Impact, to creating the Mortal Kombat series which became a global phenomenon that sold 75 million copies across almost 30 years and spread to all types of pop culture media and merchandise, to creating the Injustice series that also has become overly successful as well and was spread to various types of pop culture media as well.
The 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards ceremony will be held at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas and livestreamed by IGN during the DICE Summit that which will take place between February 22-24.
Congratulations to Ed Boon for such a monumental achievement, and thank you for all that you have done for the video game industry and gamers around the world!
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According to the AIAS president Meggan Scavio, as stated in announcment of the official AIAS AIAS website, "We are thrilled to have Ed be inducted into our Hall of Fame. From his early work on pinball machines to his monumental achievements co-creating the Mortal Kombat franchise, Ed's dedication and perseverance to the craft and art of games has left an incredible legacy for fans and game developers alike."
Xbox Game Studios head, Matt Booty, who started his video game career at Midway back in the day and is also the one who will represent Boon the award, said the following: “I met Ed on my very first day in the game industry at Midway and had the good fortune to watch him lead the creation of Mortal Kombat and work with so many talented people to grow it into an iconic, worldwide franchise. Ed epitomizes the best of what a game designer can be: big ideas, a great sense of humor, clear focus, and the ability to bring people together as a team. He has created not only a string of hit games but has also supported countless people on their own paths in the game industry.”
The AIAS Hall of Fame honors game creators who have been instrumental in the development of highly influential games and moving a gaming genres forward. These individuals demonstrate the highest level of creativity and innovation, resulting in significant product influence on a scale that expands the scope of the industry. Past AIAS Hall of Fame recipients include Connie Booth (2020), Bonnie Ross (2019), Todd Howard (2017), Hideo Kojima (2016) and more.
Ed Boon will be joining the AIAS Hall of Fame for all of his contributions to the gaming industry. From starting his career working on pinball machines at Williams Electronics, from working on his first title High Impact Football and it's sequel Super High Impact, to creating the Mortal Kombat series which became a global phenomenon that sold 75 million copies across almost 30 years and spread to all types of pop culture media and merchandise, to creating the Injustice series that also has become overly successful as well and was spread to various types of pop culture media as well.
The 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards ceremony will be held at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas and livestreamed by IGN during the DICE Summit that which will take place between February 22-24.
Congratulations to Ed Boon for such a monumental achievement, and thank you for all that you have done for the video game industry and gamers around the world!
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Happy Holidays From The Mortal Kombat Universe
by Roy Arkon on Dec 25, 2021 :: 2Over the course of the last month, UnCagedGamez have uploaded a series of Mortal Kombat related videos in the spirit of the holidays, titled the "25 Days of Mortal Kombat". At the end of each video, a special guest would make a surprise appearance, sharing their favorite holiday memories, and in case it's Christmas that they celebrate, their favorite gifts as well. All the special guests are live action actors and voice actors who have portrayed MK characters from all types of media, from the games to the movies and to the shows, featuring the likes of Denial Pesina, Keith Cooke, John Turk, Tara Strong, Kari Wahlgren, Andrew Bowen, Richard Divizio, Chris Casamassa, Max Huang, Samantha Win Tjhia, Musetta Vander and many more.
After the series was over, UnCagedGamez posted one more video with all of the footage with the guests. Check out the video below, enjoy :
And on that note, happy holidays and happy new year to all, with all the happiness, laughs, joy, presents, and of course, gore, violence and blood in the spirit of Mortal Kombat!
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After the series was over, UnCagedGamez posted one more video with all of the footage with the guests. Check out the video below, enjoy
:And on that note, happy holidays and happy new year to all, with all the happiness, laughs, joy, presents, and of course, gore, violence and blood in the spirit of Mortal Kombat!
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