Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Midway
  • Release Date: Nov 16, 2002
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 126 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 91 out of 126
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 126
  3. Negative: 4 out of 126
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  1. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    "Deadly Alliance" was released 10 years after the original "Mortal Kombat". It was the game that revived the series after it suffered a low point in the late 90's. Co-creator Ed Boon and his team at NetherRealm have delivered highly-acclaimed MK titles ever since. DA was also the installment that introduced weapon-based combat to the franchise. At the time of release, it was viewed as the"Deadly Alliance" was released 10 years after the original "Mortal Kombat". It was the game that revived the series after it suffered a low point in the late 90's. Co-creator Ed Boon and his team at NetherRealm have delivered highly-acclaimed MK titles ever since. DA was also the installment that introduced weapon-based combat to the franchise. At the time of release, it was viewed as the best "Mortal Kombat" entry alongside MK II. I would rate this with an 8.3 out of 10… Expand
  2. The_D4RknesS
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    This game has only Three problems 1- Each character only has 1 fatality 2- quanchi's fatality is horrible loooool 3- Konkest Mode is pretty dirty
  3. WaraWana
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    This game was absolutely amazing with friends back in the day. The game blew my friends and I away. None of us were any "good" at fighting games so I cannot comment on how "good" or balanced the fighting was but it was a 10/10 for fun. Thank you for reading. Enjoy Gaming.
  4. jobber
    Oct 17, 2021
    7
    This game difficulty is crazy compare to mortal kombat now days. The inputs timing is insane and the roster is not that great. But beside those things this game is a lot fun.
  5. weskergamer
    Jul 7, 2020
    8
    MKDA is a good game, but if you played it after Deception it fells lack luster, since Deception introduced so many good things to the franchise. Nonetheless this was a really good game.
  6. Nomax
    Apr 22, 2020
    10
    Любимый файтинг той эпохи, в своё время прям был прорыв.
  7. Noah-
    Mar 19, 2019
    2
    The game did not like very much. The battles are very slow, the combinations are not interesting and the game starts to get bored almost immediately after a couple of battles. I played almost all parts of the Mortal Kombat series, and in my opinion this part is the worst of all.
  8. Kaprawiec
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    The best three things I remember from MK DA are:
    1) Krypt - absolutely amazing feat.
    2) OMG! Liu Kang is DEAD!!! W T F!!!
    3) Nice story mode. OMG .... Liu is dead..were doomed... ;)
    The worst:
    1) Gameplay in core aspect of the game. It just couldnt compete with Tekken.
    But still I had lots of fun with it.
  9. osostt2004
    Oct 15, 2013
    7
    Deadly Alliance isn't as great as the first 2 games, but its definitely a salvation if you were let down with Mortal Kombat 3 and HATED MK4 to death. (Like me) MK5 pretty much picks up where MK4 left off; not much happened in between story-wise. This time, Quan Chi has escaped the Netherrealm and has formed an alliance with Shang Tsung to kill warriors little by little then use their soulsDeadly Alliance isn't as great as the first 2 games, but its definitely a salvation if you were let down with Mortal Kombat 3 and HATED MK4 to death. (Like me) MK5 pretty much picks up where MK4 left off; not much happened in between story-wise. This time, Quan Chi has escaped the Netherrealm and has formed an alliance with Shang Tsung to kill warriors little by little then use their souls as an army to conquer Earthrealm and Outworld. So Raiden has gathered together some of his warriors like Sonya and Johnny Cage to stop them. The alliance's first two victims? Shao Kahn and Liu Kang. There's one thing that bugs me; they kill off one of the most awesome characters when you're 3 minutes in: Shao Kahn! I don't think anyone really cares for Liu Kang, but he's the main character! The person the first 4 games revolved around and all of a sudden you just push him away? Not funny. Luckily, we still have a roster of beloved characters, like Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Kung Lao. Another thing I don't appreciate is this weird system where you have to enter these 5-10 long button combinations to pull off a combo that the game has assigned and you have to do it exactly like it says. That really bugged me that you no longer have any freedom in creating them. They have also thrown in a few new modes including a story mode, which is really a trainer, really boring, and doesn't further the plot whatsoever. Also, another new addition, each character has 2 unique fighting styles and a weapon. Really, the fighting styles are pointless and really, there's no need for them but the weapons, while pointless, are so cool to fight with I can forgive the game for that tweak. Also, I hated how in MK4 you had to enter a combination to pull out your weapon but now all you have to do is press the left shoulder. I like that. If there is one thing that is truly spectacular, its the Krypt. There are 676 things to unlock here and completionists will appreciate that. Koncept Art, Videos, Biograhpies, New Kostmues and Kharacters. Cooking With Scorpion! XD If I counted right, I've collected 539/676 items. This was a joy and I was thrilled to see it in the future installments. But that aside, there is one more HUGE flaw: The new characters. Dear Lord, they are horrible! (ex. Kenshi) All of them have such cheesy storylines from a drunken teacher to a pointless Motion Capture guy. On a more positive note, I do appreciate the effort as they have cool weapons and costumes and the biographies are enjoyable to read. (Sometimes) So while this is nowhere near the metaphysical perfection of the first 2 games, Its still a step up from MKs 3 & 4. I'd give it a B-… Expand
  10. Jboy2468
    Nov 23, 2011
    7
    A good fighter with excellent craft. Some characters aren't too useful, but others are AWESOME! The inclusion of the style switching is really cool, and it adds variety to the game. The game feels choppy and stiff to me, but it is definitely a must have for any fan of fighting games!
  11. BryanM.
    Jun 5, 2007
    10
    I really don't care about the fatalitys. this game is the best for the new systems. it has good graphics, sound and controls are great.
  12. BonbonA.
    Aug 7, 2005
    7
    Not bad. But how come a character only have 1 fatality?
  13. NathanO.
    Jun 6, 2005
    10
    This game kicks major a**!
  14. JoshuaW.
    Sep 13, 2004
    9
    While it needs work, it is the best MK up to date, and it brings back the cool funny the latest MK's left behind!
  15. AdamR.
    Jul 20, 2004
    10
    This mk is 1 of da best games iv played on its easy n not 2 hard but u do get a few hard fights un real game is u like fightin games ull love dis.
  16. TheMan
    Jul 15, 2004
    10
    This game is totally addictive. there r so many different characers to choose from and it takes a while to finish the game but thats y i like. i bought last years yet im still playing it.
  17. ChristianP.
    Apr 12, 2004
    6
    How Do U Even use fatality? how? email me at christianxray@yahoo.com
  18. WillemG.
    Sep 18, 2003
    10
    Great game very coool.
  19. AnonymousMC
    Aug 5, 2003
    10
    Ever since I bought it, I was totally addicted, spending more than just a few hours playing this game. You'll keep coming back for more, buying everything in the Krypt, earning Kurrency, just plain cool! Not to mention the blood is just great! Whether you're a hardcore fan of MK or not, you will find this game very enjoyable!
  20. HaroldR.
    May 20, 2003
    10
    Mortal Kombat deadly alliance is one of the best mk games that has ever been made, it's fighting system and the new fatality setting rocks, i rate this game 10 out of 10 because i have played and beaten every mk there is and this is by far the best!!!
  21. JohnB.
    May 14, 2003
    10
    I have had this game since it came out, I cannot stop playing it. All my other games are being neglected. There are so many fun characters to choose from with different fighting styles. From the powerful veterans to the newbies you?ll find the right warrior for you. Adding weapons was a great addition. I wish there were more than one fatality per fighter and some of the combos get a I have had this game since it came out, I cannot stop playing it. All my other games are being neglected. There are so many fun characters to choose from with different fighting styles. From the powerful veterans to the newbies you?ll find the right warrior for you. Adding weapons was a great addition. I wish there were more than one fatality per fighter and some of the combos get a little ridiculous. … Expand
  22. JohnS.
    May 12, 2003
    6
    I think this game is disappointing, although it is actually a very challenging sequel. It lacks fatalities and combos that Mortal Kombat 3 had! The new fatalites are almost rediculous! It's fun for maybe a day but I wouldn't recommend buying it if you're not a skilled gamer because it's a difficult game. Also not allowing you to use half of the characters to start with I think this game is disappointing, although it is actually a very challenging sequel. It lacks fatalities and combos that Mortal Kombat 3 had! The new fatalites are almost rediculous! It's fun for maybe a day but I wouldn't recommend buying it if you're not a skilled gamer because it's a difficult game. Also not allowing you to use half of the characters to start with is plain stupid.… Expand
  23. RossA.
    May 9, 2003
    10
    This is a very good game because it has a good choice of characters and has very good graphics. It is the best Mortal Kombat game yet. I love Mortal Kombat Deadly Alliance. It is my favorite game.
  24. RolfO.
    Apr 24, 2003
    7
    I would have liked to see more different fatalaties ( frost is like old sub-zero fatalatie) and i miss the old bababalties, friendship. Also i was hoping that the game would finaly have anamalities. Does anyone know if there is a cheat to onlock all the fighters without coins?? if so mail me at : rolfottens10@hotmail.com
  25. BenG.
    Apr 18, 2003
    10
    This game has to be the best fighting game up to date. all the new fighting styles is so far ahead of other games out there.
  26. PeterH.
    Apr 16, 2003
    10
    I don't know why you people give it sh!t marks because of the fatalities. I just like the game because of its nice bloody graphics and i think it's a great game and if they ever made a movie of deadly alliance i think that would be great to.
  27. AxelS.
    Apr 6, 2003
    10
    Best game in the world.
  28. JustinS.
    Apr 3, 2003
    10
    I myself have played all the mortal kombat games and i have to say this is by far the best of them all.
  29. CamronS.
    Mar 25, 2003
    9
    This game is the sh.t! The graphics are unbelieveable. Mavodo's fatality could have been more realistic. It's awesome how far those guys have come since the first one. I can't wait to see what the next one will be like. Keep them comin!
  30. CasimiroP.
    Mar 25, 2003
    6
    The fatalities needed to be more graphic. They should have made it more realistic... real is better!! Another thing I have to say: whatever happened to the babalities and animalities and all those other special moves that were done at the end of a fight like in Mortal Kombat II... I missed that! Ohh I also want to mention that there should have been more than one fatality for each The fatalities needed to be more graphic. They should have made it more realistic... real is better!! Another thing I have to say: whatever happened to the babalities and animalities and all those other special moves that were done at the end of a fight like in Mortal Kombat II... I missed that! Ohh I also want to mention that there should have been more than one fatality for each fighter. That would be very cool!!!! I have to give them credit though... the girls in the game look very sexy.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#52 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#10 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
26
#26 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Game Revolution
    83
    While the control limitations and simple combos will have you weary of the single-player modes in a couple days, the never-ending blood and neat three stance system will make kicking your friends' asses all the more enjoyable.
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  2. GameSpot
    81
    Anyone looking for a wilder ride than the one offered by "Tekken 4"'s or "Virtua Fighter 4"'s comparatively straightforward martial arts battles should definitely check [it] out.
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  3. Electric Playground
    80
    This is not the fighting game for the young nor the squeamish, but it is a truly excellent fighting game. Mortal Kombat is back in the ring.
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