Mortal Kombat 11

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4.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 353 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 110 out of 353
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 353
  3. Negative: 200 out of 353
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  1. CDizzness
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    All of the crap reviews that I am seeing by users is beyond baffling. I have played MK since the first game, and each iteration has been a welcomed change or improvement for me. (Minus MK Mythologies). Yes, I do miss the days of the open 3D fighting world that MK brought us into after MK 4, but I have loved every new version of MK that has came out since 2011. That being said I am in loveAll of the crap reviews that I am seeing by users is beyond baffling. I have played MK since the first game, and each iteration has been a welcomed change or improvement for me. (Minus MK Mythologies). Yes, I do miss the days of the open 3D fighting world that MK brought us into after MK 4, but I have loved every new version of MK that has came out since 2011. That being said I am in love with this new game, the graphics are definitely not as good as the other console versions, but this is a MOBILE GAME. The Switch is running a MOBILE GRAPHICS CHIP. You should know by now what to expect from this console. Educate yourself before you make a purchase! This is 2019, you have the internet, look up freaking screenshots. This is the BEST looking MOBILE fighter I have ever played, all of the features from the other consoles are here, it's amazing. This is literally what I asked for. The game is just as brutal as the other versions but some decrease in fidelity, (which considering how graphic the game is, really isnt a bad thing for me personally.) Honestly the decrease in realistic graphics makes this feel more like i am playing a video game rather than watching real people be brutally murdered. LOL. (Odd point to make I know) If you are a Mortal Kombat fan and you own a Switch and want to play this on the go, get this version!!! It has all of the features as the others, same fatalities and same frame rate...I am in shock over how fluid it plays....Support developers bringing more games to Nintendo Switch, they deserve props for doing such amazing job. BTW, this IS NOT A PORT. IT WAS RELEASED AT THE SAME TIME AS THE OTHER CONSOLES, A PORT IS WHEN A GAME THAT HAS BEEN RELEASED IS "PORTED" TO ANOTHER PLATFORM, MONTHS OR YEARS AFTER ITS' INITIAL RELEASE!!! GEEZUS!!!!! I am giving this a 10 to balance out reviews. Although I would rate the Switch version a solid 8.5 a 1 point decrease from my rating for the other versions because, yes, in reality the graphics are lesser in quality when compared to the more powerful consoles, because once again it is a MOBILE GRAPHICS CHIP, (I am still impressed though). Summary of Scores: Gameplay: 9.5 Storyline: 8.5 Graphics 8.5 Sound: 8.0 Replayability: 10.0 Final Score: 8.5… Expand
  2. jeepassault
    Aug 4, 2020
    8
    Wow so many negative bot reviews in here. Anyone giving this a rating below a 7 is just wrong. People under 5 should be ashamed of themselves and lost all credibility. There is lot's of content in here you get a cartridge, the story is good like a movie with mixed in fight scenes, online mode is fun even though i get my butt kicked most of the time. For the Switch it's a nice addition. YouWow so many negative bot reviews in here. Anyone giving this a rating below a 7 is just wrong. People under 5 should be ashamed of themselves and lost all credibility. There is lot's of content in here you get a cartridge, the story is good like a movie with mixed in fight scenes, online mode is fun even though i get my butt kicked most of the time. For the Switch it's a nice addition. You need lot's of practice to be good online. It runs smoothly. When are people going to realize it's a handheld. The fun factor is a 9 for me, graphics 8, sound 10, story/campaign 8. This game has a high replay value 9. Buy it on sale if you're worried. It's still just a fun game.… Expand
  3. DeltaVex
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    a lot of these reviews scream 'picky.' the switch obviously isn't that powerful of a system to begin with, so regardless of how well mk11 is ported it's not gonna LOOK anywhere near on par with the pc/ps4/xbox versions. but looks don't speak for gameplay. you get the same 60fps action that'd you'd get on any other version, along with all of the modes, characters, and skins. if you're likea lot of these reviews scream 'picky.' the switch obviously isn't that powerful of a system to begin with, so regardless of how well mk11 is ported it's not gonna LOOK anywhere near on par with the pc/ps4/xbox versions. but looks don't speak for gameplay. you get the same 60fps action that'd you'd get on any other version, along with all of the modes, characters, and skins. if you're like me and value gameplay over graphics, go pick this up. it's worth it.… Expand
  4. PawlyElDemonio
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Wow, Mortal Kombat in Switch is a visual wonder! It's incredible how well adapted is the game in a portable console. Obviously there are some graphic details are not the same as Xbox or PC version... but, IS MORTAL KOMBAT! what else do you need? Fighting with Sonya Blade or Johnny Cage while lying in bed priceless. Story mode probably is the best of all MK games, and Krypt treasures areWow, Mortal Kombat in Switch is a visual wonder! It's incredible how well adapted is the game in a portable console. Obviously there are some graphic details are not the same as Xbox or PC version... but, IS MORTAL KOMBAT! what else do you need? Fighting with Sonya Blade or Johnny Cage while lying in bed priceless. Story mode probably is the best of all MK games, and Krypt treasures are funny too. I don´t like the idea of DLC characters, but in this case maybe I try some of them. Round one... FIGHT!… Expand
  5. ditrobix
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Gráficamente no supera a la versión de Xbox y de ps4, pero ey... poder jugar a MK11 en modo portátil?
    Simplemente genial.
    Lo que no es genial, es que te meten una jodida actualización que pesa mucho, supongo que es porque en el cartucho no podían meter cinemáticas o algo de ese estilo, pero si juegas en switch, tendrás que tragarte esa actualización para iniciar, pero después la verdad    Gráficamente no supera a la versión de Xbox y de ps4, pero ey... poder jugar a MK11 en modo portátil?
    Simplemente genial.

    Lo que no es genial, es que te meten una jodida actualización que pesa mucho, supongo que es porque en el cartucho no podían meter cinemáticas o algo de ese estilo, pero si juegas en switch, tendrás que tragarte esa actualización para iniciar, pero después la verdad es que es un juegazo de peleas.

    Así que si lo tienes en la switch, ya tienes la ventaja de jugarlo incluso cuando estás sentado en el trono donde todos pueden ser reyes (si es que entiendes a lo que voy)
    Sea en la ps4 o Xbox one, es un buen juego de peleas que de verdad ya extrañaba mucho.
    Así que genial.

    Las review bombings por parte de esta versión del juego para switch deberían ignorarlas por la única razón que en sus vidas han tocado una switch ni con un palo. Por ende su opinión no es válida.

    Si te ofende eso, sorry, las cosas como son.    … Expand
  6. patrickmurphy09
    Sep 7, 2020
    9
    I was surprised at how much I enjoyed MK11, to be honest. Admittedly, other than Smash Bros, which is a dramatically different styled fighting game, I'm not much for fighting games. In fact, this was my first MK since playing 3 or 4 on the GameBoy Color ages ago. I was worried that this gameplay would be too inaccessible and challenging for me to enjoy, but I was wrong. Indeed, I'm not aI was surprised at how much I enjoyed MK11, to be honest. Admittedly, other than Smash Bros, which is a dramatically different styled fighting game, I'm not much for fighting games. In fact, this was my first MK since playing 3 or 4 on the GameBoy Color ages ago. I was worried that this gameplay would be too inaccessible and challenging for me to enjoy, but I was wrong. Indeed, I'm not a competitive MK player by any means. I'd imagine about 90% of my experience with this game was the campaign and 10% was button mashing on the couch with friends. But for those two gameplay aspects for a casual player like me, this game was great. Yes, it was a pain to watch pre-rendered scenes morph into in-game engine on the Switch. I wasn't expecting much in that department, but it was even worse than I imagined. Still, gameplay is a lot of fun and the story mode was surprisingly engaging. I never got much into the customization aspects of this game and did not download the DLC, but honestly, I look forward to repurchasing the Aftermath Kollection on the PS4, mostly just to play through more story mode as well as to try the new DLC fighters. I'm surprised that this game has gotten so many negative user reviews and that it is often available at a dramatically steep discount. However, after perusing the negative reviews here, I see that its a mix of die-hard MK fans that are upset their favorite characters are in the game (understandable), a criticism of excessive microtransctions (I never felt compelled to purchase any, to be honest), and random creeps that are complaining that the game is to progressive/"SJW"? I don't even know where that stems from the gameplay to be honest, other than some of these reviewers probably projecting.
    Nevertheless, if you're a casual MK player like me, you'll enjoy this, especially after taking advantage of some of the steep discounts you'll encounter.    … Expand
  7. S0urceC0de
    Apr 30, 2019
    8
    I've been playing MK games since the first one ever hit the arcade...yes, yes, I'm old....late 30's. Anyway, to be quite honest all the supposed "SJW" stuff in this game is virtually non-existent. Don't listen to the naysayers and just do yourself a favor and if you like fighting games and you like Mortal Kombat just give it shot. I stopped playing after Deadly Alliance and when 11 wasI've been playing MK games since the first one ever hit the arcade...yes, yes, I'm old....late 30's. Anyway, to be quite honest all the supposed "SJW" stuff in this game is virtually non-existent. Don't listen to the naysayers and just do yourself a favor and if you like fighting games and you like Mortal Kombat just give it shot. I stopped playing after Deadly Alliance and when 11 was announced for the Switch I was kinda excited by the prospect of playing MK anywhere I want. I went ahead and preordered and started playing as purely a skeptic and I have absolutely no regrets. Sure there is the controversial "Jax" ending but you know...who cares. I'm a conservative and the supposed SJW junk is nothing more than a bunch of kids griping about something. Isn't that the way of teenagers/kids in their 20's these days? The Last Jedi...yes, that deserved every ounce of hate it got but not MK 11.... This game is pretty spectacular and the fact that they pulled it off on the Switch is amazing. About my only gripes with this game are the horrendous space it takes up on your sd card, load times, and some stuff is locked to online only. Other than that the experience is awesome.… Expand
  8. Santy820
    May 24, 2019
    10
    Many persons said is bad port but what do you expect from a console 6 times smaller than a ps4
  9. Kaprawiec
    Apr 25, 2019
    10
    Great game - fluid controls, great graphics, lenghty and quite interesting story. I'll adress those negative coments - You get full game for what you pay. You dont have to pay extra for any of the characters (well there will be more in dlc but thats nothing new in fighting games), story mode is long and there are lots of other content.
    Only cosmetic thing are unlockable in krypt which is    Great game - fluid controls, great graphics, lenghty and quite interesting story. I'll adress those negative coments - You get full game for what you pay. You dont have to pay extra for any of the characters (well there will be more in dlc but thats nothing new in fighting games), story mode is long and there are lots of other content.
    Only cosmetic thing are unlockable in krypt which is nothing new in mortal kombat franchiese and only second fatality moves are interesting in this krypt - which also is nothing bad, as I recall, in mk 1-4 you had no list of fatalities, and you had to guess the input keys or get it from game magazines. Unlocking fatalities in krypt became a thing in ps2 era, so also - nothing new so why all the hate?
    Other thing - SJW? In mortal kombat? ARE YOU FKIN kidding me - there is no such thing in MK11!!! Or maybe I imagined doing yesterday fatality on Kitana by Baraka in which he tore her face off and eat her brain, or Kano killing Sonya by digging tulip made from bottle into her neck and before she fell to the ground he grabs her hand and start to dance while blood fountain comes straight out of her neck - thats so feminist right? Show this to ANY female and tell her that this game suffers from being feministic crap. Oh You wanted to watch at **** Well then I wont advertise You p0rn hub's but go there instead and after You "finish it" come back to MK to play fighting game.
    But yeah, haters gona hate, I bet most of the reviews are from people who havent even played the game - which is a shame because I bet the user score would be similar to the one critics gave.    … Expand
  10. hassanzalaf
    Apr 24, 2019
    10
    Amazing game! Don't let the scam reviews that are trashing the game because they can't jerk off to the female characters.
  11. Toddynha
    Apr 24, 2019
    10
    Very Very Veryyyyy good for a handheld console!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  12. Solgris
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Mortal kombat 11 on Nintendo Switch is an achievement in portable gaming history, making it the best Fighting game for a portable console until this day, comparing it with other versions is inevitable as inevitable is the success of this title, it obviously has some limitations on the graphic department like the particle effects or the pixeled edges, however the gameplay remains intact, asMortal kombat 11 on Nintendo Switch is an achievement in portable gaming history, making it the best Fighting game for a portable console until this day, comparing it with other versions is inevitable as inevitable is the success of this title, it obviously has some limitations on the graphic department like the particle effects or the pixeled edges, however the gameplay remains intact, as pure as the other versions, some cinematics suffer from downrates but nothing of relevance, aside this the development team will keep the improvement of this version with future patchs, this game is a incredible game for a portable console, believe it because it's true.… Expand
  13. VideoGameLover
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Lol to all the hater TROLL zero reviews out there before the game was released from persons who never played this game. Proving MetaCritics User Review system is broken.

    I played it. I love it. It's perfect.

    See, two can play at that game.
  14. PPaul27
    Apr 23, 2019
    9
    Mk11 for nintendo switch is absolut fantastic, undoubtedly the best portable beat'm up in all history o f videogame..solid 60 fps and great visual in your hand ..a triple AAA. The graphics quality is general is not at the level of ps4/xone but is normal... Good job shiver!
  15. FreedJones
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Game very well ported to Switch,Graphics are great, and the gameplay is very smooth !
  16. jugadorhardcore
    Apr 25, 2019
    10
    what a great game! best fight saga ever and amazing version on switch! Way better than other suppsedly powerfull console...
  17. NintendoGalaxy
    Apr 23, 2019
    9
    Good port!

    After Doom and Wolfenstein 2 we are getting another good port of an AAA game on Nintendo Switch. Also it's one of the few modern Beat 'em' Ups on Switch beside Smash Bros Ultimate and Dragon Ball FighterZ.

    + 60 FPS
    + Great mix of old and new characters
    + Good visuals

    - no / bad antialiasing
    - microtransactions
  18. Don_Leudyn
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    Gran juego, excelente historia; modos de juegos, variados; selección de contenidos, bueno.
  19. Grabiel
    Apr 29, 2019
    9
    I liked it but the baidu is better but like this persisa of 75 letters I go to get to the wikipédia:
    Mortal Kombat 11 is an electronic fighting game developed by NetherRealm Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. It is the eleventh major edition of the electronic fighting series, Mortal Kombat, and a direct continuation of Mortal Kombat X (2015). A game    I liked it but the baidu is better but like this persisa of 75 letters I go to get to the wikipédia:
    Mortal Kombat 11 is an electronic fighting game developed by NetherRealm Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. It is the eleventh major edition of the electronic fighting series, Mortal Kombat, and a direct continuation of Mortal Kombat X (2015). A game announcement trailer was released during the 2018 Game Awards. The game was released on April 23, 2019 for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.    … Expand
  20. Oshiba
    Feb 8, 2022
    10
    I would usually get a game like this for my PS4, but I wanted it handheld as well so I went Switch. The graphics and sound are great, a lot better then I was expecting. The character roaster is great, with customizable costumes. Fight feels good using both the Pro controller and the controls on the side of the Switch. Have not played MK since the arcades, and this feels great. WouldI would usually get a game like this for my PS4, but I wanted it handheld as well so I went Switch. The graphics and sound are great, a lot better then I was expecting. The character roaster is great, with customizable costumes. Fight feels good using both the Pro controller and the controls on the side of the Switch. Have not played MK since the arcades, and this feels great. Would recommended to any MK fans. Note, I have not played story mode, just straight on kombat.… Expand
  21. Lance22
    Jul 22, 2023
    9
    I’ve got to say I was very sceptical about buying this game as I’m not a big Mortal Kombat fan or 1-vs-1 fighting game fan in general, but after I played this game, I got to say I’m very impressed, the controls are easy to understand, the game is fun, and it is very new player friendly, so you don’t have to worry about jumping into a hard match. When you start the game, once you get theI’ve got to say I was very sceptical about buying this game as I’m not a big Mortal Kombat fan or 1-vs-1 fighting game fan in general, but after I played this game, I got to say I’m very impressed, the controls are easy to understand, the game is fun, and it is very new player friendly, so you don’t have to worry about jumping into a hard match. When you start the game, once you get the hang of the controls, the game gets really fun, and you don’t need to worry about getting into a tough battle because you can adjust the opponent to suit your fighting level… Expand
  22. Ernest_Figueroa
    May 2, 2019
    10
    No se como lograron hacer que funcione tan bien el juego, ya le he dado muchas horas, acabo de matar mi segundo joycon de switch y no me arrepiento de nada.
    ¿Por que no otra versión teniendo pc? potabilidad, en pc comprare la versión con todo el contenido obviamente. Objetividad sin pobreza.
  23. Mosieone
    Apr 30, 2019
    9
    The review bombing is silly, and most the complaints have nothing to do with the actually game.

    The gameplay is superb, one of the best fighting games. The mechanics are great and the game has a lot for new players to get into. The story mode is fun and enjoyable narrative. There is a strong single player campaign that gives you a ton of challenges. There is a grind when it comes to the    The review bombing is silly, and most the complaints have nothing to do with the actually game.

    The gameplay is superb, one of the best fighting games. The mechanics are great and the game has a lot for new players to get into. The story mode is fun and enjoyable narrative. There is a strong single player campaign that gives you a ton of challenges. There is a grind when it comes to the Towers of Time. However, there is an upcoming patch that addresses that and a huge community gift.

    Speaking of the Switch port, the gameplay is pretty smooth and solid. The graphics are pared down, but it runs well on the Switch. The Krypt could use some work but overall one of best ports I’ve played.

    The downside and the elephant are two fold. There is micro transactions and being leery of them is fair, but you never actually have to spend a dime in the game to get what you want. The other issues is the online connectivity. Which you’d expect with multi-player, but can detract from the single player activities as well. However, I love sitting at a coffee shop doing my own thing, unwinding and working out the stress of a long day by kicking outworld fanny ;)

    Bottom line the game is good and the unfair reviews are basely.    … Expand
  24. Ghazman2019
    Jul 26, 2019
    9
    This game is AMAZING! and it runs AMAZINGLY on Switch! I Love how the main story is like a movie with these cinematic cuteness which then cuts you into the action when your fighting someone. WB Games and NetherRealm Studios did a fantastic job porting MK 11 to the Switch!
  25. Bati-Madness
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Greta MK Game, top Story Mode, top online mode and many fighter.

    The Nintendo Switch Version is very great on TV an on the go.
  26. Crashloxx
    Jan 6, 2020
    10
    Best mortal Kombat on Nintendo since MK2 on snes!!!! XDDD
    Great game ! OwwO
  27. Zeina28
    Apr 21, 2020
    8
    I understand the general disagreement with the game from others, but I've had quite an enjoyable experience for a casual gamer. Played with friends, enjoyed the story, didn't mind the extremely over violent bloody scenes. The mechanics can feel weird at times and confusing, since I cannot understand when the fatalities can be used exactly - sometimes it's a matter of chance? Nonetheless, II understand the general disagreement with the game from others, but I've had quite an enjoyable experience for a casual gamer. Played with friends, enjoyed the story, didn't mind the extremely over violent bloody scenes. The mechanics can feel weird at times and confusing, since I cannot understand when the fatalities can be used exactly - sometimes it's a matter of chance? Nonetheless, I enjoyed the graphics, it runs smoothly on switch (mind you, I don't play online) and the rush of adrenaline keeps me entertained and on my toes. Truly enjoying this while quarantined.… Expand
  28. DocLimGamer
    Sep 30, 2020
    8
    Mortal kombat 11 es un gran juego de peleas en 2. 5D, resultando en una de las mejores alternativas que tenemos disponibles en la híbrida de nintendo
    Destaca enormemente su jugabilidad, la cual es fluida y bastante compleja en comparación a otros MJ
    LA HISTORIA: sumamente atrapante, la mejor de un mortal kombat hasta la fecha GAMEPLAY: Una evolución constante que corre sobre los mismos    Mortal kombat 11 es un gran juego de peleas en 2. 5D, resultando en una de las mejores alternativas que tenemos disponibles en la híbrida de nintendo
    Destaca enormemente su jugabilidad, la cual es fluida y bastante compleja en comparación a otros MJ
    LA HISTORIA: sumamente atrapante, la mejor de un mortal kombat hasta la fecha
    GAMEPLAY: Una evolución constante que corre sobre los mismos rieles que se establecieron enMK 9, superando en este aspecto a MK X
    GRÁFICOS : Su punto más débil, distan de lo visto en pc y demás consolas de la actual generación, sin embargo el resultado es muy agradable la mayor parte del tiempo, actualmente con los parches que se han lanzado, el resultado estético es increíble, (en personajes como Spawn el nivel de detalle es asombroso) pero se conservan ciertos fallos que parecen falta de esmero, pues claramente la switch da para más (el cabello de los personajes podría ser mejor (LA BARBA DE CANO Y EL CABELLO DE TERMINATOR SON IMPERDONABLES))
    EXTRAS: modo kripta y personalización de personajes que no alcanza las características de las versiones mayores, pero brindan una gran experiencia y aumentan la rejugabilidad hasta los cielos
    En conclusión : MK 11 es una alternativa que todo fanático de la serie o del género de lucha debe tener en cuenta, imprescindible para todo jugador de nintendo switch, dista mucho de ser perfecto, pero el resultado logrado da un gran sabor de boca y nos demuestra que podemos disfrutar de otros grandes títulos de peleas en la nintendo switch    … Expand
  29. Tsotne_GVE
    Oct 1, 2020
    8
    Good but little bit dumb story, which continues previous parts. Good gameplay and VERY HARD multiplayer. I love it.
  30. CaptainCharisma
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Its almost a miracle this game plays at 60fps on a handheld from 2017. The resolution is pretty low but it runs smoothly and the extra dlc characters are great.

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. God is a Geek
    Nov 29, 2019
    70
    If you absolutely want a portable version of Mortal Kombat 11, this is a fine experience when it comes to the core gameplay.
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  2. Pure Nintendo
    Jun 25, 2019
    90
    Mortal Kombat 11 offers an extreme amount of customization and replayability all while maintaining its pure enjoyment when fighting.
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  3. Universo Nintendo
    May 24, 2019
    80
    Fun, deep and full of content, Mortal Kombat 11 is a complete fighting package. However, little performance and aesthetic problems, as well as the reliance on an internet connection to play single player content, prevent the game from achieving its true potential on Switch.
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