Mortal Kombat XL

About

Mortal Kombat XL is an upgraded version of Mortal Kombat X, offering an enhanced fighting game experience. It includes all downloadable content characters from Kombat Packs 1 and 2, along with additional alternate demcostumes. The game boasts improved gameplay, netcode, and a rollback system, providing outstanding visuals and a smooth multiplayer and single-player experience.

Genres & Tags

Fighting

Play Modes

Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 119 reviews

graphics16 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a strong cast of characters, making it visually impressive and enjoyable to play.
Players appreciate the variety of gameplay options, including different difficulty levels and engaging storylines that keep them entertained for hours.
Many users report fast shipping and excellent customer service, with the game arriving in perfect condition and functioning well on their systems.

Some users experienced issues with region locking, receiving imported versions that did not allow online play with friends.
There are complaints about the lack of characters and fatalities compared to previous Mortal Kombat games, leaving some players wanting more content.
A few customers reported receiving games with packaging in a different language, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction with their purchase.

graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
89%
11%
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising them as "amazing," "superb," and "great." Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and creative character designs, noting that the graphics enhance the overall gaming experience, particularly in the fighting genre. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing to its appeal and enjoyment.
- “Amazing graphics.”
- “Great visuals, full roster of characters including all DLC characters.”
- “Graphics are superb!”
- “The last game was much better with superior graphics.”
- “The graphics were better and the creative moves were more impressive.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The story is engaging and entertaining, providing hours of enjoyment, with a well-crafted narrative that enhances both the story mode and multiplayer experience. However, some users noted that the story mode is relatively short and mentioned issues with faction war balance.
- “The storyline is really fun and keeps you entertained for hours on end!”
- “The storyline is on point.”
- “Story mode and multiplayer are awesome.”
- “The short story mode feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The faction war is unbalanced, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the overall narrative.”
- “I found the story to be predictable and lacking in originality, which made it difficult to stay engaged.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is praised for its extensive content and quality mechanics, complemented by a solid netcode that ensures smooth online play. Players also appreciate the diverse and well-designed characters, along with appealing visuals that enhance the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is packed with tons of content, featuring great characters and quality mechanics.”
- “The netcode is impressive, ensuring smooth gameplay experiences.”
- “The visuals are nice, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
The monetization strategy has been criticized for its annoying microtransactions, which can negatively impact the experience for online players. Additionally, some feel that the timing for an XL edition is premature, suggesting a lack of value in the current offerings.
- “Microtransactions are annoying and online players will punish you for not spending money.”
- “It's a little early for an XL edition, especially with the current monetization strategy.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Mortal Kombat X for PC has seen significant improvements in optimization with the release of Mortal Kombat XL, despite the downloadable content being delayed by seven months and patches for online performance taking even longer to arrive. Overall, players report a better experience than before.
- “While the downloadable content is about seven months overdue, and the patches to fix online performance even longer, Mortal Kombat X for PC is better than it's ever been with the release of Mortal Kombat XL.”
- “The optimization is a mess; the game frequently crashes and has severe frame rate drops.”
- “Despite the potential of the game, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”