Mortal Kombat X

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1193 Ratings

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  1. falloutcritic
    Jun 24, 2015
    8
    8/10 - great control, one of the better fighters out there. there is a lot of optimization cool fatalities and cool new characters. 2 things i disliked 1. online play has no filter for weaker players 2. way too much pay to play here with too much dlc
  2. ElChapo
    Jun 15, 2015
    1
    Terrble game, have been playing MK since arcade days and this is the worst. Story mode was turned off after 20 minutes seems its just like watching a film(and not a good one) that stops every few minutes to let you fight. Replacing older classic charcters with offsprings of others just seems lazy. Online doesnt work and the fact they expect people to pay for so much of the game afterTerrble game, have been playing MK since arcade days and this is the worst. Story mode was turned off after 20 minutes seems its just like watching a film(and not a good one) that stops every few minutes to let you fight. Replacing older classic charcters with offsprings of others just seems lazy. Online doesnt work and the fact they expect people to pay for so much of the game after already paying 70€ for it? Half a game and expected to pay for the other half poor game, wont be buying another one… Expand
  3. LuckySevens_7
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    MORTAL KOMBAT...TAM TAM TAM TAM TA DA TAM TAM TAM TAM TA DA TAM TAM TAM TAM...TADAM TADAM TADAM TADAM TADAM...TADAM TADAM TADAM TADAM TADAM...FINISH HER....FATALITY...BRUTALITY...XRAY...FLAWLESS VICTORY...anyone who rates this game anything less than a 10, I disagree....that is all
  4. ReakingHavok
    Jun 11, 2015
    5
    Stop with all of the microtransactions!!!! give your consumer and fans of the game the **** that is already on disk and should be available from the start. not to mention all the bugs on release.
  5. Ikaros
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    I do realize this might not be the best math fighting and all, balance might be a bit off. None of this will bother you if you aren't crazy fighting nerd. For normal people, average gamers, I mean, MKX is a pure holiday. Everything you ever saw in MK series is here and it's bloody perfect! Female characters finally look cute, they're not like those protein monstrosities from MK9. X-rayI do realize this might not be the best math fighting and all, balance might be a bit off. None of this will bother you if you aren't crazy fighting nerd. For normal people, average gamers, I mean, MKX is a pure holiday. Everything you ever saw in MK series is here and it's bloody perfect! Female characters finally look cute, they're not like those protein monstrosities from MK9. X-ray attacks are finally x-ray, eXtra detailed. Storyline is finally interesting and detailed (storyline in fighting? I know what you're thinking, guys, but you HAVE to see it, it'll amaze you from every point). I can go on for days, here, I just want you to understand one simple fact:
    MKX is here and it's bloody awesome.
    Every tiny thing that was in MK9 lived on to its sequel and was carefully expanded. Even Krypt is not just a bonus area, it's a quest, an adventure! You have to explore various locations and... dudes, don't listen to me, just play it already.
    If you thought that MKX is just a repaired MK9, as I thought during all the development process, just dig your doubts somewhere deep and dark, buy a game and prepare to be amazed. The less you know about the game the better.    … Expand
  6. Zimbardo
    Jun 7, 2015
    7
    Pros: Solid fighter.

    Cons: Short story which doesn't include a bulk of the character roster, grinding for gold (or paying to unlock), & more m-m-m-micro transactions!
  7. johnwebb501
    Jun 6, 2015
    9
    Great game. My only problem with Mortal Kombat X is the over priced Kombat Pack. They also try to sell full crypt unlock for $20. Now come on guys don't rape us just cause you know you have hardcore fans. Think about it.
  8. AlecSamuel
    Jun 5, 2015
    8
    Gameplay- Brilliant but can get repetitive unless you play competitively.
    Graphics- Really Good
    Story- Not bad but could have been better and longer.
    Worth the money- It has plenty of content for the fans, but for first time begginers, who mainly want action will feel empty. So yes for fans and beginners, wait for it to be cheaper.
  9. bugalugz
    Jun 1, 2015
    6
    I dont what to say about this game its was it was average compared to number 9 they got rid of kabal and afew others the story was average to everything was average i use the average word alot because well it was erm average anyway tekken 7 will be here soon.
  10. SuperMe
    May 27, 2015
    9
    Mortal Kombat X is a very entertaining game. If you like fighting games it will keep you entertained for hours. There's a wide selection of characters and the game seems well balanced. It's irritating that a number of characters are additional charged DLC but tere's enough variety for them not to be missed. Overall a great game that's well worth buying.
  11. SwiftReviews
    May 26, 2015
    8
    Exactly what you would expect from a fighting game or indeed a mortal kombat game, they made improvements on all aspects of the game, created plenty of game modes, introduced some new characters and took a step forward.

    Not a perfect score, game glitch for alot of people who couldn't unlock content straight away that was available for everyone else from the start. Not enough playable    Exactly what you would expect from a fighting game or indeed a mortal kombat game, they made improvements on all aspects of the game, created plenty of game modes, introduced some new characters and took a step forward.

    Not a perfect score, game glitch for alot of people who couldn't unlock content straight away that was available for everyone else from the start. Not enough playable characters, which they probably intend to make you pay for in the future.    … Expand
  12. EpikTheMaster
    May 23, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Do you want a good fighting game? Then Mortal Kombat X is here to give you one.
    Mortal Kombat X does so many things great like:
    -The Graphics are great for the 8th generation of gaming and fatalities look awesome especially Kenshi's fatality. Also the levels look awesome
    -The Controls show greatness in showing that when you press a button or preform a special move it will happen.
    - Instead of the levels being there to just look pretty you can interact with items in that level
    -Fighters now have three variations but sometimes this can be a downside(Read deeper for details)
    - Training rooms exist so you can sharpen up your skills against future opponents with any character of your choosing
    - Story mode is Pretty good but has a few disappointments(Again read deeper for details)

    - Lastly, There's plenty of content in this game leaving you entertained for hours a day.
    Sadly every game has its flaws and this is no exception.
    -Story mode leaves many things unexplained like for example: why did Johnny Cage and Sonya Blade break up? and also underwhelms that giant beast known as Ferra/Torr.
    -The variations have only one flaw like only one variation for Raiden has his teleport.
    -Easy Fatalities are just...dumb.
    -Faction mode has some dead factions like the special forces faction which should be fixed.
    -"Unlock everything in the Krypt" Shouldn't exist like...really.
    - WHATS WITH ALL THE DLC? are our future games just DLC hubs?
    -(This is actually a thing AngryJoe addressed)Goro is actually on the disc you buy in the game(Which should make him playable) but you still need to pay five whole dollars for it....GG.
    - Lastly, I have to play a HORRIBLE pay to win version of the game on mobile to unlock stuff? Ultra fail.
    But the game still is great even with these body shots. It delivers what it needs and executes it very well.
    8/10 they put good effort into this but parts of it feel just...poor.    … Expand
  13. Philli_86
    May 23, 2015
    8
    I enjoy the occasional fighting game but am by no means a fighting title fanatic. I rarely play fighting titles other than Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter and even then I burn out quickly but Mortal Kombat X kept me playing well beyond my normal fatigue point with fighting games. I spent over 20 hours playing the first week it was released and I have a wife and three kids =-0. The reasonI enjoy the occasional fighting game but am by no means a fighting title fanatic. I rarely play fighting titles other than Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter and even then I burn out quickly but Mortal Kombat X kept me playing well beyond my normal fatigue point with fighting games. I spent over 20 hours playing the first week it was released and I have a wife and three kids =-0. The reason I only gave it an 8/10 is because it is like a mirror image of its predecessor. The story and some slight mechanics tweaks are the only differences and lets be honest not many people buy Mortal Kombat for the story mode. That makes the differences practically invisible and even many of the X-rays are so similar they started out boring because I have seen them many times in the previous title.

    Now that I've said that I'll explain why I love Mortal Kombat X. The clans, living towers, custom multiplayer matches, and profile bonuses based on your portrait, emblem, etc. Ranking up and supporting your clan keeps me playing for hours feeling like their is a point. The steady changing of the living towers for the hourly, daily, and weekly towers keep it fresh and provide players with a reason to keep playing months after release. The new match conditions are fun and entertaining with friends and provide hours of fun matchmaking that feels fresh for a long time because of the wide variety of match conditions that can be set. Overall the game could have tried harder to be more original but still offers enough new content to be a great title.    … Expand
  14. HunterFisher2
    May 20, 2015
    9
    Overall this a an amazing game the combat is smooth and deep. It has a large roster and 3 variations per character. There are a lot of DLCs released already, but I don't see the big deal with that. A lot of people are mad about this for some reason. Them selling easy fatality's, Krypt unlocks, and pointless character skins isn't hurting you any, and there has always been character DLC forOverall this a an amazing game the combat is smooth and deep. It has a large roster and 3 variations per character. There are a lot of DLCs released already, but I don't see the big deal with that. A lot of people are mad about this for some reason. Them selling easy fatality's, Krypt unlocks, and pointless character skins isn't hurting you any, and there has always been character DLC for games like this so I don't see how it's now a big deal. If i had to score I'd give it a 9. The only down side is the story is short and the AI tends to spam attacks on medium and below difficulty so newer players may struggle at first.… Expand
  15. Bigwill
    May 17, 2015
    10
    I haven't played the game but I've seen enough to say the game is great.Don't listen to the haters.Most of them hate on games because there crappy connection that is probably caused by someone watching YouTube in the house.Anyway NetherRealm did an excellent job on this game and it will take hours of playing to finally get bored and do something productive.
  16. oDjento
    May 16, 2015
    7
    Not a wide variety of thing to do in this game but then again it is a fighting game. Pretty fun overall with a reasonably goof fighting system and polished graphics. Less fatalities but far more grotesque, just how fans like it. Story is alright, shortish length though but this game I'd say is more made for party tournaments with mates and fills that category brilliantly. Fun game, but funNot a wide variety of thing to do in this game but then again it is a fighting game. Pretty fun overall with a reasonably goof fighting system and polished graphics. Less fatalities but far more grotesque, just how fans like it. Story is alright, shortish length though but this game I'd say is more made for party tournaments with mates and fills that category brilliantly. Fun game, but fun in installments with mates after a certain amount of time.… Expand
  17. ChosenOne
    May 15, 2015
    5
    Really good game. But after Injustice I expected a little bit more of everything.
    And a main fail - online. Game is pretty online-oriented (daily quests, faction wars...), but online itself is almost unplayable. Today average lag feels somewhere near a 300 - 500 ms. And with a 50 - 100 ms lag you already can't do any combo. How can it be, when Tekken TT2 and revolution's online on ps3    Really good game. But after Injustice I expected a little bit more of everything.
    And a main fail - online. Game is pretty online-oriented (daily quests, faction wars...), but online itself is almost unplayable. Today average lag feels somewhere near a 300 - 500 ms. And with a 50 - 100 ms lag you already can't do any combo. How can it be, when Tekken TT2 and revolution's online on ps3 works perfectly since release day, and till now.    … Expand
  18. chrisdude516
    May 13, 2015
    10
    i really love the game personally the gore is a bit over done but it is awesome the new fatalities and brought back brutalities its great. i hate how people are saying it is a rip off that we have to pay so much for new characters because they are like 15 dollars or something it costed them so much more to make the damned character so just be grateful they made the characters as dlci really love the game personally the gore is a bit over done but it is awesome the new fatalities and brought back brutalities its great. i hate how people are saying it is a rip off that we have to pay so much for new characters because they are like 15 dollars or something it costed them so much more to make the damned character so just be grateful they made the characters as dlc content they didn't have to make it so shut up. the game really offers advanced gameplay it magnificent best i have played out of the franchise .… Expand
  19. skrill3d
    May 11, 2015
    9
    Awesome game, better than previous MKs for some reasons but worse than others. I miss the babalities, friendships, stage fatalities, knocking people into other arenas. Seeing the same special move (L2+R2) over and over and over again gets old fast though.
  20. tsakiym
    May 11, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything more. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it............................… Expand
  21. Jerry4050
    May 6, 2015
    9
    I never experience a Mortal Kombat game like this. I can feel the X-rays and the fatalities more then I did in the previous installment. The graphics do look better which is something I did expected but the levels and character design are nearly flawless.

    My only gripe with this game is how the combo layout is a bit harder to pull off compare to MK9 so I played as less of the characters    I never experience a Mortal Kombat game like this. I can feel the X-rays and the fatalities more then I did in the previous installment. The graphics do look better which is something I did expected but the levels and character design are nearly flawless.

    My only gripe with this game is how the combo layout is a bit harder to pull off compare to MK9 so I played as less of the characters because everyone do play differently, also unlocking the costumes is not that fair some I have to play it online to get them but I dont want to pay to play it online so Im still stuck with a few costumes unlockable.

    My last gripe is unlocking everything in the Krypt can take you forever. I remember how quickly I unlocked everything in MK9 and got more coins but NetherRealm wants you to pay them the $19.99 to unlock everyhing but anyways I dont really care about unlocking everything.

    I did got the Kombat Pack DLC so I am a bit pissed that every 4 characters I have to wait for a while for each of them to be release but they should of told the fans that not all 4 characters isn't ready yet.

    Overall the Story mode has been approved even in one sitting, I beat it. That got me very shocked that I beat the story mode in less then 4 hours in Medium mode. I do like a lot of the backstory for each of the new characters. I wish their was more about Erron Black which hes my favorite so far.

    Graphics:10
    Sounds:9
    Gameplay: 8
    Replay Value:9

    9.2 out of 10 from me    … Expand
  22. Malooga
    May 5, 2015
    9
    It wont take long to explain why Mortal Kombat X is the best executed title in the franchise. Aside from a story that somewhat lacks in the true "chaos without reason" tone set in the MK universe (it felt more like 7th Heaven meets MK complete with "life lessons" and a strong focus on friends and family), it still manages to attach a 4-6 hour campaign on top of an already stellar fightingIt wont take long to explain why Mortal Kombat X is the best executed title in the franchise. Aside from a story that somewhat lacks in the true "chaos without reason" tone set in the MK universe (it felt more like 7th Heaven meets MK complete with "life lessons" and a strong focus on friends and family), it still manages to attach a 4-6 hour campaign on top of an already stellar fighting game.

    What stands out the most here is attention to detail. From each character having specific dialogue catered to their opponent (mirror match introductions are often hilarious), to the insane level of gore that gamer's have come to expect from the franchise, its all represented in style and a certain fluidity that is lost on many developers. PACKED with extras and unlockables (the most I have seen in ANY game of recent memory) as well as several variations on traditional Kombat game styles. KOTH and 5v5's are a couple of examples, with little touches like stage effects (low gravity, minimized arena, random ice missiles, etc...) if you wanted to play 100 matches between two characters you could with no two matches having the same win conditions/arena conditions. Add in an extra level of customization via character sub-sets (all 24 standard characters have 3 different styles a piece) and what you get is probably the most polished and balanced fighting game in years.

    9/10, pick it up if you are or have ever been a fan of the series. I lost interest a loooooong time ago, and NetherRealms has rekindled that flame with a solid "Injustice"-esque entry for current gen.    … Expand
  23. gunnerloco
    May 4, 2015
    10
    Great game! Fighting moves are awesome. Graphics are good. Combinations are great. Really brutal. Love how the bones crack, you can see every detail. Characters are very well done.
  24. sugarias
    Apr 30, 2015
    9
    the best fighting game for ps4 at this moment,great graphics and sound effects,good roster and great moves!also many gaming modes sure to please everyone!a must have if you like this kind of games!
  25. ToFewViews
    Apr 30, 2015
    8
    Mortal Kombat X, or "MKX" Is the newest and most brutally gorie release so far. It takes what Mortal Kombat is known for the most and runs with it, the fatalities and X-Ray's are better then they have ever been. Every bone crunch and disembowelment sounds and goods great thanks to 60FPS and a great audio. The 60 FPS may not seem like a bit deal but it helps extremely with hit boxes and howMortal Kombat X, or "MKX" Is the newest and most brutally gorie release so far. It takes what Mortal Kombat is known for the most and runs with it, the fatalities and X-Ray's are better then they have ever been. Every bone crunch and disembowelment sounds and goods great thanks to 60FPS and a great audio. The 60 FPS may not seem like a bit deal but it helps extremely with hit boxes and how smooth the characters control. Most the characters are evenly matched with a few that stand out that could use some changes. Online matches sadly usually consist of Schorpion fights but if you know your character enough you can put up a fight.
    The amount of characters they give you to choose from is quite nice as well, with the attention of quite a few new fighters and more in DLC on the way. The new characters breath some fresh air into the fights and have very original designs and fighting styles.
    Story mode has a great plot to it and has you play through with multiple characters so you get to give them all a bit of a try. Now that's fun for the first bit but once you get to the more difficult fights and are stuck playing a character you may dislike or have trouble playing the game becomes extremely frustrating and not to fun. At least the towers from previous games are back so you can challenge yourself with your favorite character. The ability to unlock new Fatalities/Costumes/X-rays is also a great idea and kept me going back to spend my "Koins" on new stuff.
    If you were a fan of the old MK games or have a next gen gen system and looking to beat up your friends, MKX is a great and fun way to do so.    … Expand
  26. SrGabs
    Apr 28, 2015
    9
    Loved this game.

    What you will got here? The good: Tree unique fighting styles for every playable character. Amazing looks. Factions. Tons of single player kontent, like towers, test your luck, test your might, online AND history mode. The kript totally remade. The bad: No tag mode. Online issues, lag and disconnects. This game is an awesome fighting game! A slap in    Loved this game.

    What you will got here?

    The good:

    Tree unique fighting styles for every playable character.
    Amazing looks.
    Factions.
    Tons of single player kontent, like towers, test your luck, test your might, online AND history mode.
    The kript totally remade.

    The bad:

    No tag mode.
    Online issues, lag and disconnects.

    This game is an awesome fighting game!
    A slap in the face of CRAPCOM money suck titles.
    Get it now!    … Expand
  27. hoppypoppy1
    Apr 27, 2015
    9
    The best fighting game I have ever played! A plethora of characters with 3 variations for each and enough arenas to keep the visuals unique and different. Very fluid, rewarding game play and flawless online play (depending on your internet connection). One of the best stories in a Mortal Kombat to date, with fun battles, intriguing characters, and very entertaining story line. I wouldThe best fighting game I have ever played! A plethora of characters with 3 variations for each and enough arenas to keep the visuals unique and different. Very fluid, rewarding game play and flawless online play (depending on your internet connection). One of the best stories in a Mortal Kombat to date, with fun battles, intriguing characters, and very entertaining story line. I would recommend this game to anyone whether they be brand new to gaming or a very experienced gamer, or any where in between.… Expand
  28. mar_bar
    Apr 27, 2015
    9
    I never had the urge to write a review until I saw some crap review here. This game is the best one in the series that I played, Mortal Kombat 9 hed this title before.
    The moves are fast and well fluid, it is really incredible. I didn't think that the gameplay was going to become so much better than the previous game.
    The history is good, but the Mortal Kombat 9's is better. The other    I never had the urge to write a review until I saw some crap review here. This game is the best one in the series that I played, Mortal Kombat 9 hed this title before.
    The moves are fast and well fluid, it is really incredible. I didn't think that the gameplay was going to become so much better than the previous game.
    The history is good, but the Mortal Kombat 9's is better. The other problem with this is games is the need to buy dlc. They really developed this game thinking of how they were going to make money after the acquisition of it.    … Expand
  29. voiders
    Apr 27, 2015
    7
    English:
    I have this game for ps4. Im a huge fano f mk, the game is good, but have some problems. Lets talk about the points:
    The good ones: - Nice new characters. - Good history. - The faction wars. The bad ones: - Less characters and scenarios then MK (2011). WTF!? - They remove the 4 players mode. WHY? - So short the campaign mode. - Characters of campaign thay you defeat    English:
    I have this game for ps4. Im a huge fano f mk, the game is good, but have some problems. Lets talk about the points:

    The good ones:
    - Nice new characters.
    - Good history.
    - The faction wars.

    The bad ones:
    - Less characters and scenarios then MK (2011). WTF!?
    - They remove the 4 players mode. WHY?
    - So short the campaign mode.
    - Characters of campaign thay you defeat but you cant play with it.
    - A very strange coloring/saturation/contrast in the game. Like killer instinct at xbox one, that spoil the graphics!

    For that reasons I bealive that MKX is worse than the last one (MK 2011). The MK 2011 bring back the game. So I think MKX should only add new features and characters, not remove then.
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    Português:
    Tenho este jogo na versão do ps4. Sou um grande fã da marca, achei o jogo bom, mas tem grandes defeitos. Separando os pontos que acredito serem relevantes:

    Positivos:
    - Os novos personagens tem profundidade, são ótimos.
    - Boa história.
    - As facções foram uma ideia legal.

    Negativos:
    - Tem poucos personagens e cenários. Menos que o antecessor. O que é um absurdo.
    - Não permite mais jogar com 4 pessoas! Não da pra acreditar que fizeram isso.
    - Campanha da história curta.
    - Personagens que aparecem pra lutar na história mas que não são jogáveis.
    - Gráficos com saturação de cor ou contraste fora do comum, que estragam os gráficos. Parece o killer instinct do xbox one.

    Por estas rações, acho que o MKX esta um pouco pior que o antecessor. Do meu ponto de vista, o jogo lançado em 2011 trouxe a franquia de volta aos bons tempos, e este agora deveria ter acrescido a ele em número, sem tirar nada que tinha de bom. Da forma que foi feito parece que foi um trabalho realizado sem capricho.    … Expand
  30. at0g
    Apr 26, 2015
    3
    The good:
    24 characters x 3 varations = lots of moves
    Gameplay and controls good (offline)
    Mostly good graphics

    The bad:
    Pressing buttons really fast is not a test of skill (-1)
    Netcode (-2)
    UX to do anything online is slow and often reports server errors (-1)
    Graphics on some characters look unfinished (-1)
    Day 1 DLC (-2)
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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. GamePro Germany
    Aug 12, 2015
    87
    The violence is way over the top, so it can't be and shouldn't be taken seriously. Otherwise it's a very solid game with demanding fights.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Jun 16, 2015
    84
    No longer eclipsed by mere technical competitors, this is brash, brilliant, and brimming with extras. [July 2015, p.68]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 1, 2015
    80
    Fall[s] just a tad short of greatness. [June 2015, p.82]
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