Mortal Kombat 3

15.04.1995
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Mortal Kombat 3 brings new elements to the 2D fighting series: multi-level playfields, "Dial-A-Combo" attacks, a "Run" button to speed up the battles, and "Vs." codes, which unlock new powers and abilities once both players enter a code sequence in pre-match-up screens. Also included are more stage fatalities and finishing moves as each warrior attempts to go one-on-one with the Centaurian enforcer Motaro, and Shao Kahn himself.
Fed up with continuous losses in tournament battle, Shao Kahn who had lost to Liu Kang in the Outworld tournament, enacts a 10,000 year-old plan. He would have his Shadow Priests, led by Shang Tsung, revive his former Queen Sindel, who unexpectedly died at a young age. However, she wouldn't be revived in the Outworld. She would be resurrected in the Earth Realm. This would allow Shao Kahn to cross the boundary lines and reclaim his queen. When Sindel is reincarnated in Earth Realm, Shao Kahn reaches across the dimensions to reclaim her. As a consequence of his action, the Earth Realm becomes a part of the Outworld, killing billions instantly. Only a few are spared, as Rayden protects their souls. He tells them that Shao Kahn must be stopped, but he cannot interfere; due to his status, he has no power in Outworld, and Earth Realm is partially merged with Outworld. Shao Kahn has unleashed extermination squads to roam throughout the Earth Realm and kill any survivors.

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06.11.1995

Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 combines the best of all the Mortal Kombats into a single cartridge. 23 playable characters are immediately available, such as Reptile, Cyrax, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Jax, Katana, Sonya, and more. There are two bosses that are unlockable, as well as additional characters and a variety of new levels, some of which are interactive. Players can go against the computer one-on-one, two-on-two, or take part in the 8-fighter tournament.

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Mortal Kombat (last 3 games)

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11.06.2024

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Announced for the Mortal Kombat 1: Kombat Pack, Ermac is a returning character previously playable in Mortal Kombat X as part of the main roster.

Part of franchise:
Mortal Kombat (last 3 games)

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New to Mortal Kombat 1? Get started with the Kollection Edition! Includes instant access to Base Game, Kombat Pack, and Dragon Krystals. Gain access to the upcoming Story Expansion and Kombat Pack 2!

30.07.2024

Seeking to right the wrongs of his past, Takeda swears to rip up Earthrealm's underworld by the roots. This pack includes playable character Takeda Takahashi, including all new move-sets.

23.07.2024

Ferra, the small but nimble barbarian of Outworld, returns to the Mortal Kombat Universe. Despite not having her usual partner, she wont hesitate to make you her mount. Purchase this pack and receive Ferra as a Kameo Character to assist you in fight.

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