Steam Review: Mortal Kombat 11

Mortal Kombat 11 artwork

Mortal Kombat 11

Steam
Very Positive· 25.9K reviews
  • Action
Developer
NetherRealm Studios
Publisher
Warner Bros. Games
Released
Apr 23, 2019
$49.99

AI Review Summary of Mortal Kombat 11

The reviews indicate that Mortal Kombat 11 is highly regarded among fighting game enthusiasts, with particular praise for its graphics, gameplay mechanics, character roster, and story mode. However, common criticisms include long load times, bugs, microtransactions, and specific control issues, especially on PC. The game is considered challenging to learn but rewarding for dedicated players, and it has a strong community presence, despite some negative remarks about online connectivity and server stability. Overall, it is recommended for fans of the franchise and fighting games seeking a deep, visually impressive experience, ideally purchased on sale to mitigate some of the drawbacks.

Pros

  • Stunning graphics and visual effects, especially fatalities and gore.
  • Engaging story mode with character development and lore.
  • Complex and tactical combat system that rewards skill and strategy.
  • Strong character roster with diverse fighting styles.
  • Good optimization and performance on PC, even mid-range systems.

Cons

  • Long load times and bugs that affect gameplay experience.
  • Microtransactions and grind can be tedious and pay-to-win feel.
  • Control issues, especially with controllers on PC, and some bugs in ported versions.
  • Online servers and matchmaking sometimes unreliable.
  • Story mode can be perceived as shallow or cutscene-heavy by some.

Recommendation

> Buy on sale if you are a fan of fighting games and Mortal Kombat, and be prepared for some bugs and microtransaction grind.

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