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Mortal Kombat II
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Midway/Probe |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mortal Kombat |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 10 |
Mortal Kombat II is a fighting game released in 1996 for the PlayStation, developed by Midway/Probe and published by Acclaim. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
It is part of the Mortal Kombat series; on the PS1 you can also try Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat 4 and Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero. The series also appears on other systems with Mortal Kombat (Genesis) and Mortal Kombat II (Genesis).
Mortal Kombat II supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Mortal Kombat II is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Mortal Kombat II cheats & codes
7 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Unlimited Fatality Time | 800B6170
005B |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Time | 800B5DC8
0006 |
| Screws With Sound Effects | 800BA570
000 |
Mortal Kombat II walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Mortal Kombat II FAQ
When did Mortal Kombat II come out on the PS1?
Mortal Kombat II was released for the PlayStation in 1996; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made Mortal Kombat II?
It was developed by Midway/Probe and published by Acclaim.
Is Mortal Kombat II multiplayer?
Yes. Mortal Kombat II supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mortal Kombat II take to play?
As a fighting game, Mortal Kombat II typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Mortal Kombat II on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.