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  ReviewsMultiplatform

  Mortal Shell 2: The Kotaku Review

  It doesn't get more metal than this

  John Learned Published August 17, 2026
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  The Bests

  The 12 Best Mortal Kombat Fatalities Ever

  There are many ways to kill and embarrass your opponent in the long-running franchise, but these are the best of the best

  By Zack Zwiezen Published May 9, 2026
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  CultureNews

  The Toasty Guy From Mortal Kombat Has Left The Studio After 30+ Years

  Dan Forden has worked on every game in the series since the original launched in the '90s

  By Zack Zwiezen Published October 2, 2025
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  ReviewsMultiplatform

  Mortal Kombat 1: The Kotaku Review

  The latest installment in the popular fighting game series is just as wacky and gory as usual

  By Zack Zwiezen Published September 22, 2023
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  CultureTotal Recall

  The Story Behind Mortal Kombat’s Iconic Dragon Logo

  Mortal Kombat ’s co-creator shares his original drawing for the fighting game franchise

  By Ethan Gach Published September 23, 2022
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  CultureTotal Recall

  Old Video Shows The Birth Of Mortal Kombat’s ‘Get Over Here’ Move

  The 1992 footage shows Ed Boon coming up with the move live, alongside Scorpion's actor

  By Luke Plunkett Published October 12, 2021
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  OpinionAsk Kotaku

  Did You Like The New Mortal Kombat Movie?

   

  By Lisa Marie Segarra Published May 3, 2021
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  ReviewsETC

  Mortal Kombat 2021: The Kotaku Movie Review

   

  By Mike Fahey Published April 22, 2021
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  OpinionImpressions

  The New Mortal Kombat Movie Starts Off Strong

   

  By Mike Fahey Published March 17, 2021
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  Culture

  The New Mortal Kombat Movie Might Just Be A Good Mortal Kombat Movie

   

  By Mike Fahey Published February 18, 2021