Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Includes Classic Games, Online Play, and More

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Summary

  • Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection will include the first four games and more versions with online play.
  • The game will launch on PlayStation, Steam, Xbox, and Switch 2.

During the June 4 State of Play event, NetherRealm Studios joined forces with Digital Eclipse to unveil the “Mortal Kombat Legacy Collection”. This collection encompasses various iterations of the first four numbered “Mortal Kombat” games and additional entries. As of now, there isn’t a specific release date for “Mortal Kombat Legacy Collection”, but it is expected to become available in retail stores towards the end of 2025.

First introduced in arcades by Midway in August 1992, the original Mortal Kombat was later ported to home consoles like the Sega Genesis and SNES in September 1993. The game’s success was largely due to its innovative control systems and gruesome finishing moves called Fatalities. Over time, the Mortal Kombat franchise produced numerous sequels, starting with Mortal Kombat 2 in 1993. However, the graphic depiction of violence and gore in Mortal Kombat was groundbreaking yet controversial when it first emerged, ultimately leading to the development of the ESRB rating system. To this day, Mortal Kombat’s standing as an M-rated fighting game is a key factor in its enduring popularity.

For enthusiasts who cherish the vintage arcade era of Mortal Kombat, an exciting revival is on the horizon. During the June 4 State of Play event, a sneak peek at Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection was presented in a brief 90-second clip. This forthcoming collection promises to bring back memories from the original Mortal Kombat to Mortal Kombat 4, along with notable entries such as Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat Advance, and other unannounced titles. Rarer versions will be derived from consoles like the Sega 32X and Game Gear. Notably, Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection will support online play with rollback netcode as a standard feature. Although a release date for Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection has been set for 2025, a specific launch date has yet to be disclosed.

Which Games Are Included In Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection?

  • Mortal Kombat – 1992 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, Game Gear)
  • Mortal Kombat 2 – 1993 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, 32X)
  • Mortal Kombat 3 – 1995 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis)
  • Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 – 1995 (Arcade, SNES)
  • Mortal Kombat 4 – 1997 (Arcade)
  • Mortal Kombat Advance – 2001 (Game Boy Advance)
  • Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance – 2002 (Game Boy Advance)
  • Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition – 2003 (Game Boy Advance)
  • More Mortal Kombat titles will be revealed closer to launch.

The “Mortal Kombat Legacy Collection” is a joint effort between NetherRealm Studios, Warner Bros., Atari, and Digital Eclipse – a team renowned for their work in compiling projects such as the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection”. This upcoming “Legacy Collection” will feature interviews with the Mortal Kombat development team, as well as display concept art and promotional materials for enthusiasts to explore. Not only is it scheduled for release on PlayStation consoles, but also on platforms like Steam, Xbox, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

The unveiling of the ‘Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection’ occurred at an unusual moment for the fighting game series, as NetherRealm Studios announced towards the end of May that there would be no more DLC content for ‘Mortal Kombat 1’. It is yet unknown exactly how many games will make up the ‘Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection’.

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2025-06-05 02:54