Despite wanting Havik to be reintroduced in the series ever since the 2009 reboot, Mortal Kombat fans seemingly aren't too impressed with MK1's version of the character.
18.09.2023 - 20:05 / gamespot.com
The internet has wasted no time roasting the Nintendo Switch version of NetherRealm's latest fighter.
By Cameron Koch on
Mortal Kombat 1 is available now in early access and out on September 19 for everyone else, including on Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately for those who have already purchased the Switch version, it's now clear that NetherRealm's fighter looks very, very different on Nintendo's hardware than it does on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC.
This, of course, is expected on some level. The Switch is not nearly as powerful as a modern gaming PC or current generation consoles. However, fans can't get over just how different the same game looks running on two very different types of machines. Despite the major reduction in visual quality, the Switch version costs $70, just as it does on other platforms. Even more confusing, Mortal Kombat 1 on Switch also looks to be a downgrade from the Switch version of Mortal Kombat 11, which released in 2019.
As Johniibo on Tiktok explains, «It looks like I'm playing Clayfighter or like a game on PlayStation 1. It is just horrible.» Johniibo also shared footage of numerous visual glitches and a sluggish cutscene frame rate.
Others on places like X (formerly Twitter) have shared side-by-side comparisons of the Switch version to its Xbox and PS5 counterparts, with one user calling the fact that the Switch version retails for $70 «disrespectful.»
The MK Switch version is disrespectful
Despite wanting Havik to be reintroduced in the series ever since the 2009 reboot, Mortal Kombat fans seemingly aren't too impressed with MK1's version of the character.
NetherRealm has released its latest patch for Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat 1’s release has made for an interesting time in the franchise’s longstanding history. With this new game, we’ve seen the return of many iconic characters from its more experimental era. With the Kameo system included, MK1 truly feels like a love letter to fans of the classic Mortal Kombat 3D era.
The seasonal rewards found in world mesas in the Invasion mode of are tied to hidden puzzles you can solve which guard every additional reward seen in this single-player content. Ranging from direct hints to scrambled words you have to decipher, these Klues usually lead to new nodes with chests. Those who unlock these spots will be able to collect new palettes and gear for both Kameos and roster fighters.
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While fighting games live and breathe in their competitive scene, The Mortal Kombat series has built a strong reputation for its single player offerings and that is no different in Mortal Kombat 1. The latest entry in the long-running franchise once again provides a cinematic story mode which has appeared in all of the games developed by NetherRealm Studios but also introduces the new Invasion mode. This new offering gives players hours of battles and content to grind through to earn new items and cosmetics. Before jumping in, allow me to break it down so you know what to expect. This guide will provide players with a full explanation of the new single player Invasion mode in Mortal Kombat 1.
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Every match of requires you to pick one of several Kameo characters who can offer the best assistance to your main roster fighter with different abilities. From classic faces to obscure references to older entries in the series, each Kameo is unique from one another. Realizing the full potential of these allies can make battles even against the toughest opponents much easier to challenge.
In addition to the classic Fatality, you can perform a special finishing move called a «Brutality» in to brutally take down your opponent. But these moves have specific button inputs that must be unlocked. Every character and Kameo fighter in the game has multiple Brutalities they can unleash at the end of any match. However, these are far harder to perform since they are done during a fight rather than when it's already over.
The various issues with the Switch version of Mortal Kombat 1 will be fixed, series co-creator Ed Boon says.
has a diverse roster of fighters that can be difficult for beginners to understand when trying to select the best character to take into the game's notoriously bloody battles. Ranging from ice-cold ninjas to sand-bound keepers of time, there are plenty of combatants that have their own unique fighting styles. For those with little to no fighting game experience, there are some characters that are far easier to understand.
The missing content is coming «in a matter of weeks.»