Mortal Kombat Trilogy

What is Mortal Kombat Trilogy?

Mortal Kombat Trilogy is a definitive fighting game compilation that brings together the brutal action and iconic characters from the first three games in the legendary Mortal Kombat series. Released for PlayStation, it serves as a massive celebration of the franchise, combining the rosters, stages, and fatalities from Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, and Mortal Kombat 3 (including the Ultimate MK3 update). It's known for its expansive character selection, over-the-top violence, and fast-paced combat, offering a comprehensive experience for fans of the series.

Game Features

Mortal Kombat Trilogy packs a punch with a huge array of features: • Massive Roster: Play as over 30 fighters, including all characters from MK, MKII, and MK3/U MK3, plus secret characters like Noob Saibot and classic bosses. • Iconic Fatalities & Brutalities: Perform each character's signature gruesome finishing moves, including the fan-favorite Fatalities, the rapid-fire Brutalities, and other special finishers like Animalities and Friendships. • Classic Arenas: Battle across memorable stages from all three games, each with their own unique atmosphere and stage-specific Fatalities. • Multiple Game Modes: Test your skills in Arcade, Versus (2-player), Tournament, and Endurance modes. • Aggressive Gameplay: Experience the fast, combo-heavy fighting style that defined Mortal Kombat 3, with Run moves and enhanced special attacks. • PlayStation Enhancements: Enjoy improved visuals and audio compared to earlier versions, optimized for the PlayStation console.

How to Play Mortal Kombat Trilogy?

Mastering Mortal Kombat Trilogy requires learning its controls and mechanics:

1. Movement: Use the D-Pad (PlayStation controller) or Arrow Keys (Keyboard) to move your fighter left, right, crouch, and jump. Double-tap forward or backward to Run.
2. Basic Attacks: Use the face buttons on the PlayStation controller:
   • Square Button: High Punch (Keyboard: Z Key)
   • Triangle Button: Low Punch (Keyboard: X Key)
   • X Button: High Kick (Keyboard: A Key)
   • Circle Button: Low Kick (Keyboard: S Key)
3. Block: Hold Back (away from your opponent) on the D-Pad or Arrow Keys to block high and mid attacks. Hold Down + Back to block low attacks.
4. Special Moves: Each character has unique special moves performed by inputting specific directional sequences followed by an attack button. For example, Scorpion's Spear is Back, Back, High Punch.
5. Fatalities: To perform a Fatality, stand at the correct distance from your defeated opponent and input a specific, often complex, sequence of directions and buttons during the "Finish Him/Her" prompt.
6. Combos: String together sequences of punches, kicks, and special moves to unleash damaging combos on your opponent.
7. Run: Double-tap Forward to initiate a Run, allowing for rapid closing of distance or extended combo opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Fatalities and how do I do them? Fatalities are gruesome finishing moves performed on a defeated opponent after winning the final round when the "Finish Him/Her" message appears. Each character has specific Fatality commands (sequences of directional inputs and button presses) that must be executed at the correct distance. Finding them is part of the challenge!

Is there a difference between the characters from different games? Yes! Characters retain their unique special moves, Fatalities, and sometimes even their fighting style animations as they appeared in their original game (MK, MKII, or MK3). This means Liu Kang from MK1 fights differently and has different moves than Liu Kang from MK3.

What are Brutalities? Brutalities are a type of finishing move introduced in MK3. Unlike Fatalities performed after winning, Brutalities are executed during the final round by inputting a complex button sequence. If successful, your character unleashes a rapid, unstoppable combo sequence that violently finishes the opponent before the round officially ends.