The Ultimate Mortal Kombat 1: Master Guide

The Mortal Kombat series initially served as a gory alternative to Street Fighter, but has evolved into an esteemed fighting game franchise. The latest installment offers an exceptional story mode, captivating gameplay, and a beloved roster of characters. Mortal Kombat 1 can only be described as a gaming masterpiece.

Alongside its compelling storyline, the game features a wide array of unlockable content and various game modes. Navigating through these elements will undoubtedly occupy players for countless hours. This Mortal Kombat 1 guide aims to provide comprehensive information on unlocking all hidden features, executing every Fatality, and comprehending the mechanics and game modes introduced in the 2023 release.

Getting Started in Mortal Kombat 1

Similar to many contemporary video games, Mortal Kombat 1 offers an extensive tutorial to assist new players in quickly grasping the intricacies of actual combat. Nonetheless, there is limited information available regarding the various in-game currencies and the functioning of consumable items that players can acquire. This segment of Game Rant's Mortal Kombat 1 guide aims to provide how-to guides and explanations to bridge such gaps, alongside a collection of valuable tips and tricks specifically tailored for beginners.

How-to Guides

How to Unlock New Fatalities

How to Perform Easy Fatalities

How to Get Skins & Change Outfits

How to get Dragon Krystals

How to Complete Shang Tsung’s Laboratory Klue (Another Test Subject)

How to Get Nether Stones

How to Earn Koins Fast

How to Get Every In-Game Currency

How to Perform a Taunt

How to Play Online with Friends

How to Perform Brutalities

How to Use Combo Breakers

How to Respec Stat Points in Invasion Mode

Tips & Tricks

The Best Kombatants for Beginners

Mistakes to Avoid in Mortal Kombat 1

Every Damage Type, Explained

Kameo System, Explained

Frequently Asked Questions

Mortal Kombat 1 Burning Questions

How Long Does it Take to Beat Mortal Kombat 1's Story Mode?

What is Universal Input Code?

What is Invasion Mode?

Will Mortal Kombat 1 Get Story DLC?

How Many Kombat Packs will there be for Mortal Kombat 1?

Mortal Kombat 1 Kombatant Guides

Mortal Kombat 1 boasts a total of 23 playable Kombatants, with plans for more to be introduced through future DLC. In this comprehensive section of Game Rant's Mortal Kombat 1 guide, you will find detailed guides for each playable character, accompanied by video guides showcasing all of the MK1 Fatalities. Additionally, players can access Game Rant's regularly updated Mortal Kombat 1 tier list, providing insights into the current state of the game. As new fighters are added to the roster through Kombat Packs, expect to find kombo and Fatality guides here in a timely manner.

Kombatant Guides

Mortal Kombat 1 Kombatant Tier List

A Komplete Guide to Johnny Cage

A Komplete Guide to Nitara

A Komplete Guide to Reptile

A Komplete Guide to Scorpion

A Komplete Guide to Smoke

A Komplete Guide to Sub-Zero

Fatality Guides

How to Perform Every Fatality

How to Perform Every Kameo Fatality

All Ashrah Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Baraka Fatalities (Video Guide)

All General Shao Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Geras Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Havik Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Johnny Cage Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Kenshi Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Kitana Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Kung Lao Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Liu Kang Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Li Mei Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Mileena Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Nitara Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Raiden Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Rain Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Reiko Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Reptile Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Scorpion Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Shang Tsung Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Sindel Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Smoke Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Sub-Zero Fatalities (Video Guide)

All Tanya Fatalities (Video Guide)

Mortal Kombat 1 Unlockables

Mortal Kombat 1 doesn't have much to offer in terms of unlockable Kombatants. Only one playable fighter and five Kameo fighters are available. However, the game compensates with a plethora of skins, outfits, and alternate color palettes. This abundance of customization options allows players to personalize their favorite fighters to an absurd extent. In this section of Game Rant's MK1 guide, we will delve into all things unlockable, providing information on how to unlock Havik and acquire all five unlockable Kameo fighters.

How to Unlock Havik

How to Unlock Every Kameo Fighter

All Shrine Rewards (Season 1)

Mortal Kombat 1 is available now on PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X|S.