Mortal Kombat 3 Classic
Super Nintendo · Fighting / Action
Mortal Kombat
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Fighting, Action |
| Developer | Midway |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mortal Kombat |
| ESRB | M |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Mortal Kombat is a fighting game released in 1993 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Midway and published by Acclaim. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends fighting and action elements.
It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings. Among the 62 SNES fighting games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mortal Kombat series; on the SNES you can also try Mortal Kombat 3, Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 and Mortal Kombat II. The series also appears on other systems with Mortal Kombat (Genesis) and Mortal Kombat II (Genesis). Midway also made NBA Jam, Revolution X and Super High Impact for the SNES.
Mortal Kombat 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
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Mortal Kombat 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 cheats & codes
349 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | C9B2-17AF |
|---|---|
| Each Round Is 199 Seconds (Time Counts Down Twice) | D466-3D04 |
| Always Fight In The Courtyard | DD6A-47AF |
| Start On Match 2 | DF61-14DD |
| Start On Match 3 | D461-14DD |
| Start On Match 4 | D761-14DD |
Mortal Kombat walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Mortal Kombat FAQ
When did Mortal Kombat come out on the SNES?
Mortal Kombat was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Mortal Kombat?
It was developed by Midway and published by Acclaim.
Is Mortal Kombat multiplayer?
Yes. Mortal Kombat supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mortal Kombat take to play?
As a fighting game, Mortal Kombat 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 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.