With numerous returning characters and some long-absent ones in Mortal Kombat 1, it can be overwhelming to choose a character to learn and prioritize. Each fighter in Mortal Kombat 1 brings unique abilities that make them viable options, so there's no need to worry about a particular character being inadequate for Mortal Kombat 1's gameplay.
Among the returning characters, Nitara, who many perceive as a challenging character to master, has finally made her comeback. Once fully grasped, Nitara has the potential to catch opponents off guard with her every move, completely disrupting their gameplay.
Nitara's Moves and Special Moves
Basic Moves | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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Dirty Claws | Square | X | FP | Y |
Never Grow Old | Square, Triangle | X, Y | FP, BP | Y, X |
Never Die | Square, Triangle, Square, Triangle | X, Y, X, Y | FP, BP, FP, BP | Y, X, Y, X |
Broken Nails | Forward + Square | Forward + X | Forward + FP | Forward + Y |
Easy Prey | Forward + Square, Triangle | Forward + X, Y | Forward + FP, BP | Forward + Y, X |
Low Scratch | Down + Square | Down + X | Down + FP | Down + Y |
Blood Strike | Triangle | Y | BP | X |
Blood Sucker | Triangle, Triangle | Y, Y | BP, BP | X, X |
Flying Kolors | Triangle, Triangle, Square | Y, Y, X | BP, BP, FP | X, X, Y |
Lunging Leech | Back + Triangle | Back + Y | Back + BP | Back + X |
Drawing Blood | Back + Triangle, Circle | Back + Y, B | Back + BP, BK | Back + X, A |
Deep Scratch | Down + Triangle | Down + Y | Down + BP | Down + X |
Hex Kick | X | A | FK | B |
Hell Dive | X, Circle | A, B | FK, BK | B, A |
Stabbing Heel | Down + X | Down + A | Down + FK | Down + B |
Bloodhouse | Circle | B | BK | A |
Death Spiral | Back + Circle | Back + B | Back + BK | Back + A |
Bleeding Out | Forward + Circle | Forward + B | Forward + BK | Forward + A |
Tenderize | Forward + Circle, X, Circle | Forward + B, A, B | Forward + BK, FK, BK | Forward + A, B, A |
Deep Sweep | Down + Circle | Down + B | Down + BK | Down + A |
Aerial Moves | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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Deep Slash | Square | X | FP | Y |
Feast of Blood | Square, Triangle | X, Y | FP, BP | Y, X |
Final Flutter | Square, Triangle, Circle | X, Y, B | FP, BP, BK | Y, X, A |
Downward Scratch | Triangle | Y | BP | X |
Broken Wings | Triangle, Circle | Y, B | BP, BK | X, A |
Final Breath | Triangle, Circle, Triangle | Y, B, Y | BP, BK, BP | X, A, X |
Side Heel | X OR Circle | A OR B | FK OR BK | B OR A |
Special Moves | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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Bad Blood | Back, Forward, Square | Back, Forward, X | Back, Forward, FP | Back, Forward, Y |
Quick Taste (Can Be Performed In Air) | Back, Forward, Triangle | Back, Forward, Y | Back, Forward, BP | Back, Forward, X |
Leap Of Faith | Down, Back, Triangle | Down, Back, Y | Down, Back, BP | Down, Back, X |
Bloody Bolt | Back, Forward, X | Back, Forward, A | Back, Forward, FK | Back, Forward, B |
Close Bloody Bolt | Back, Forward, X, Back | Back Forward, A, Back | Back, Forward, FK, Back | Back, Forward, B, Back |
Far Bloody Bolt | Back, Forward, X, Forward | Back, Forward, A, Forward | Back, Forward, FK, Forward | Back, Forward, B, Forward |
Dark Plunge (Aerial) | Down, Back, Circle | Down, Back, B | Down, Back, BK | Down, Back, A |
Blood Sacrifice | Down, Forward, Circle | Down, Forward, B | Down, Forward, BK | Down, Forward, A |
Air Dash (Aerial) | Block + (Direction) | Block + (Direction) | Block + (Direction) | Block + (Direction) |
All special moves listed for Nitara (except for her Air Dash) can be Enhanced with 1 Meter by pressing the 'block' button with the last button of the move's command.
Nitara Combos
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Nitara's combos in Mortal Kombat 1 are truly unique to her character, featuring some of the most visually impressive sequences in the entire game. With just one combo, she can unleash immense amounts of damage. However, it's important for players to be cautious, as Nitara's combos are not the easiest or simplest to perform.
To master these combos, players must first familiarize themselves with all of Nitara's special moves and basic attacks. Once they have a solid understanding of these, they can then begin to combine and synchronize them effectively. It's worth mentioning that Nitara offers a plethora of 'pressure' options, ensuring that there is a combo available for each desired direction the player wishes to pursue.
Combos | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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Bread-And-Butter | Square, Triangle, Square, Triangle, Jump-Forward, Square, Triangle, Circle | X, Y, X, Y, Jump-Forward, X, Y, B | FP, BP, FP, BP, Jump-Forward, FP, BP, BK | Y, X, Y, X, Jump-Forward, Y, X, A |
200 Damage | Square, Triangle, Square, Triangle, Forward + Circle, X, Circle | X, Y, X, Y, Forward + B, A, B | FP, BP, FP, BP, Forward + BK, FK, BK | Y, X, Y, X, Forward + A, B, A |
Fatal Blow Set-Up | Back + Triangle, Enhanced Dark Plunge, Jump-Forward, Square, Triangle, Circle, Fatal Blow | Back + Y, Enhanced Dark Plunge, Jump-Forward, X, Y, B, Fatal Blow | Back + BP, Enhanced Dark Plunge, Jump-Forward, FP, BP, BK, Fatal Blow | Back + X, Enhanced Dark Plunge, Jump Forward, Y, X, A, Fatal Blow |
2-Bar Kombo | Square, Triangle, Square, Triangle, Jump-Forward, Square, Triangle, Circle, Enhanced Dark Plunge, Circle, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, Triangle, Circle, Triangle, Quick Taste | X, Y, X, Y, Jump-Forward, X, Y, B, Enhanced Dark Plunge, B, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, Y, B, Y, Quick Taste | FP, BP, FP, BP, Jump-Forward, FP, BP, BK, Enhanced Dark Plunge, BK, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, BP, BK, BP, Quick Taste | Y, X, Y, X, Jump-Forward, Y, X, A, Enhanced Dark Plunge, A, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, X, A, X, Quick Taste |
1-Bar Overhead Kombo | Jump-Forward, Triangle, Square, Triangle, Square, Triangle, Leap of Faith, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, Triangle, Circle, Triangle | Jump-Forward, Y, X, Y, X, Y, Leap of Faith, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, Y, B, Y | Jump-Forward, BP, FP, BP, FP, BP, Leap of Faith, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, BP, BK, BP | Jump-Forward, X, Y, X, Y, X, Leap of Faith, Enhanced Quick Taste, Jump-Forward, X, A, X |
The best move for Nitara to use in order to flawlessly set up her Fatal Blow is her Final Flutter aerial combo.
Nitara's Fatalities and Brutalities In Mortal Kombat 1
Nitara possesses two Fatalities, the second of which becomes accessible once gamers have advanced her Mastery. These Fatalities serve as a true reflection of Nitara's vampiric nature and demonstrate the extreme measures she is willing to take to showcase her malevolence as an adversary.
While Nitara's Fatalities offer immense entertainment value, enthusiasts should not overlook the significance of acquiring her Brutalities. These can also be obtained by progressing through the character's Mastery and are equally awe-inspiring, if not slightly more provocative towards the opponent.
Fatalities | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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(Mid) Vaeternus KomBAT | Down, Down, Down, Square | Down, Down, Down, X | Down, Down, Down, FP | Down, Down, Down, Y |
(Mid) Fatality 2 | Back, Down, Back, Circle | Back, Down, Back, B | Back, Down, Back, BK | Back, Down, Back, A |
Brutalities | PlayStation | Xbox | PC | Nintendo Switch |
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Embrace The Pain | Back, Forward, Triangle, Rapid Button Press | Back, Forward, Y, Rapid Button Press | Back, Forward, BP, Rapid Button Press | Back, Forward, X, Rapid Button Press |
Come Here Often | Grab | Grab | Grab | Grab |
They Come Right Off | Forward + Square, Triangle, Up | Forward + X, Y, Up | Forward + FP, BP, Up | Forward + Y, X, Up |
Something You Ate | Back, Forward, Square | Back, Forward, X | Back, Forward, FP | Back, Forward, Y |
Taste of Blood | Back, Forward, X | Back, Forward, A | Back, Forward, FK | Back, Forward, B |
Klassic | Down + Hold Triangle | Down + Hold Triangle | Down + Hold Triangle | Down + Hold Triangle |
The Best Kameos For Nitara
Nitara's role in Mortal Kombat 1 is crucial, and this holds true when it comes to her usage of Kameos. Despite her already extensive repertoire of combos that can effectively deplete the opponent's health, pairing Nitara with the appropriate Kameo can significantly enhance her strength.
In reality, Nitara and the right Kameo possess enough power to overpower any opponent completely. Whether it involves exploiting "cheesy" combos alongside Sareena or employing precise timing with Darrius, Nitara showcases devastating moves when collaborating with certain Kameos. The following are the top Kameos to consider utilizing with Nitara:
Sareena
Darrius
Scorpion
Sonya
Jax
How to Play Nitara in Mortal Kombat 1
At first, Nitara may pose a challenge for beginners. However, this can be attributed to her advanced combos which can efficiently diminish an enemy's health bar. To excel in playing Nitara, it is crucial for players to become comfortable with engaging in aerial combat. Nitara possesses an impressive array of aerial combos, surpassing the rest of the roster in terms of the number of moves available.
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Nitara possesses special aerial moves that can be utilized, some of which have the hidden requirement of being activated while airborne. Mastering these moves elevates Nitara's effectiveness to mirror that of a seasoned player's Scorpion. It is imperative for Nitara users to strategically coordinate intricate combos with precise execution, while also identifying the limitations of her moves in terms of frame data and blocking. By harmonizing these aspects of gameplay, the potential of any gamer's Nitara is maximized. Here are some valuable tips for optimizing Nitara's gameplay:
Pay close attention to opportunities for punishing opponents, allowing for the execution of devastating combos.
Zone with special moves or Kameos to pull off Blood Sacrifice.
Nitara has plenty of mix-up combinations; use them.
Master Nitara's aerial advantages, especially her Air Dash.
Opponents may expect overhead moves from Nitara more, so it can be a good idea to utilize low attacks more.
Mortal Kombat 1 is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.