Mortal Kombat 1 vs Mortal Kombat 11
The short answer
Mortal Kombat 1 for the fighting, Mortal Kombat 11 for the content. MK1's Kameo system gives every match a second character and makes it the more interesting game to play. MK11 has the deeper single-player suite and a much cheaper complete edition.
What they have in common
Same studio, same cinematic story mode, same commitment to being the most content-rich fighting game on the shelf.
Pick Mortal Kombat 1 if you want the current game.
Kameo assists change combo theory completely, the roster is strong, and it is where the players are.
Pick Mortal Kombat 11 if you want value.
The Ultimate edition bundles everything, the Krypt and Towers of Time give you a lot to do alone, and the netcode is solid.
Frequently asked questions
Should I play Mortal Kombat 1 or Mortal Kombat 11?
Mortal Kombat 1 for the fighting, Mortal Kombat 11 for the content. MK1's Kameo system gives every match a second character and makes it the more interesting game to play. MK11 has the deeper single-player suite and a much cheaper complete edition.
What do Mortal Kombat 1 and Mortal Kombat 11 have in common?
Same studio, same cinematic story mode, same commitment to being the most content-rich fighting game on the shelf.
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