Today, Mortal Kombat (MK) is rightfullyIt is considered the main fighting game of the planet. Its creators were well-known programmers and show runners, John Tobias and Ed Boone. The first games were developed exclusively for arcade machines, but years later they were transferred to other platforms.
Interesting facts about MK
Initially, the developers planned to releasea video game about Van Dame, who was at the height of his fame in the early 90s. However, it was subsequently decided to develop the Mortal Kombat. So, in 1992, the first part of the famous arcade series was born. The game received a resounding success, and at one point it became popular first in America and Asia, and then in Europe.
Series of games "Mortal Kombat"
The first part came out for automatic machines back in 1992.After some time, it was decided to transfer it to console and personal platforms. The sequel "Mortal Kombat 2" was not long in coming. The new part, released in 1993, was markedly different from the original with improved graphics and a wide variety of techniques. In the next six years, several parts of the arcade came out at once, but only Ultimate MK 3 can be distinguished from the crowd, which pleased many new characters and ways of finishing.
The revolution in the lineup occurred in 2002 withrelease of the game "Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance". For its development used a new 3D-technology. Now characters and weapons have become more voluminous and more realistic than in 2D installations. In 2006, two interpretations of the IC were born: Armageddon and Unchained. Over the next five years, there has been stagnation in the series. Various spin-offs and updates did not give fans the same pleasure as the old versions of the game.
Story line
The original MK narrated about the tenth tournament, inwhich Liu Keng with great difficulty overcame the worst enemy of all people Shang Tsung. The plot of "Mortal Kombat-2" takes place around Shao Kahn. After the offensive defeat, Shan Tsung decided to rehabilitate himself before the lord of the black forces and organize a new tournament, the platform of which should be the Outer World. On the territory of Shao Kan earthlings will not be easy, but you can not lose, otherwise the Earth will fall forever in front of dark forces.
Третья часть серии и ее многочисленные обновления They talk about the revenge of the ruler of the Outer World, who at the end of the "MK-2" lost to Liu Keng in an equal fight. The next version of the game ("Mortal Kombat-4") reveals the world of God Shinnok, who decided to overthrow the rest of the rulers, drawing strength from the Earth Kingdom. However, Raiden could not allow this. After defeating him, he threw an outcast into Hell. However, Sub-Ziro was able to return Shinnok to the Kingdom of Heaven to complete what he had begun. As a result, the overthrow occurred, and Raiden was forced to flee to Earth. In various updates, new heroes are added.
"MK:Armageddon "opens up new worlds for fans, in which fierce battles for omnipotence are taking place. God Argus did his best to prevent the apocalypse. and many others.
The last of the released parts of "MK" (2011)tells of Raiden, who stands on the verge of death at the hands of the ruler of the Outer World. Shao Kahn is already ready to deliver a crushing blow, but the god of lightning decided to take a risky step by sending himself a warning to the past. The plot covers all the first three parts of the "MK".
Achievements in "Mortal Kombat"
The main chips of the entire series Mortal Kombatare fatality. This is the so-called finishing of the opponent, until he drops dead at the end of the battle. Fatality is a series of pressed buttons, as a result of which the winning character exquisitely kills his opponent. This is not to say that this is the passage of "Mortal Kombat", but Fatality gives the battles an additional flavor.
- friendship (a symbol of reconciliation is offered to the opponent);
- babality (the loser turns into a child);
- animality (the victorious fighter reincarnates into an animal and tears the enemy apart);
- brutality (the destruction of an opponent through a series of blows);
- hara-kiri (allowing an opponent to commit suicide).
The most popular were brutality and animation.
Descriptions of characters "MK-9"
Самой рейтинговой на сегодняшний день является 9th part of "Mortal Kombat". The characters in this series are based on the first three games, but according to the graphics they are much more realistic. The main plot characters of MK 9 are:
- Mileena. At first glance, the friendly girl wascreated in the likeness of Kitana. Her goal - to serve faithfully Shao Kanu. Milena's ambitions have no end: she wants to become the princess of the Outer World. The main weapon of the girl is her charm and death grin.
- Raiden. Thunder God several years ago went down inThe earthly kingdom to help people resist in a merciless deadly battle with the forces of darkness. Shao Kahn is getting closer to the throne of absolute power, so Raiden is forced to hurry in search of a worthy champion among earthlings.
- Scorpion. После смерти семьи Хасаши пребывал в вечных torment. But the appearance in his life of Quan Chi allowed Scorpio to acquire a new goal - to take revenge on Sub Ziro for the murder of his relatives. It is worth noting that this character has the most colorful fatality. "Mortal Kombat-9" reveals Scorpio on the other hand - as a reasonable and balanced person.
- Shao kahn. The Lord of the Outer World is determinedfinally conquer the earthly kingdom. Once he managed to overthrow Onagu, but now he will have to fight with the best warriors of men. Passage of "Mortal Kombat-9" is to prevent Shao Kahn from seizing the Earth and installing total darkness on it.
- Sub-zero. Рожденный убивать Куай Лян управляет льдом и the cold that makes him invincible to any opponent. His participation in the storyline is not contested, as he is one of the strongest fighters of the tournament.
- Liu Kang. Learned by the Shaolin monks, Liu should help Raiden protect the Earth Kingdom, but for this you need to defeat the best warriors of Shao Kahn, and then the Emperor himself. First in line - Shan Tsung ...
New characters "MK-9"
The ninth part included several previously unknown fighters. The main ones were Scarlet and Cyber Sub-Zero.
In the story "Mortal Kombat-9" Skarlet devotedlyserved Shao Kanu, but later under the magic of Kuang Chi switched sides. When the sorcerer's spell disappeared, Scarlet was going to kill him, but she was prevented by the Brotherhood of Shadow. The main advantage of the girl - the ability to absorb the power of rivals.
Passage of "MK-9"
In the story "Mortal Kombat-9" at the head of worldsthere were only two left - Raiden and Shao Kahn. The result of the apocalypse were millions of dead warriors on each side. But now it was the turn of the decisive battle between the lords of the opposing sides. In this fight, Shao Kahn triumphs with ease. However, he did not want to kill Reiden so easily, and he decided to finish off the God of Heaven with his hammer. The final blow was almost done, but Raiden managed to cast a spell, sending a message about his own death into the past.
The passage of "Mortal Kombat-9" begins withthat Raiden and Liu Keng are going to save the Earth from the Emperor's dark forces. All other human warriors, such as Sonia and Cage, pursued personal goals. Soon Johnny defeats Barack and Reptile, and Blade saves Jax. Raising them together, Raiden entices them to his side. Now Shao Kanu and his warriors are confronted by a solid team of first-class earth warriors.
In the future, the passage of "Mortal Kombat-9"lies in the consistent advancement of the army of Reiden on the way to the overthrow of the Emperor. However, before that, Liu Kang will have to defeat Shang Tsung. In the final battle, Raiden needs to overthrow Shao Kahn. Here is the very message from the future.
Announcement Mortal Kombat-10
The release date of the new part of the game franchise is scheduled for April 2015. The development of "Mortal Kombat-10" deals with Warner Bros. in conjunction with the studio NetherRealm.
The plot will show the life of the main characters of the franchise immediately after the fight between Raiden and Shao Kahn. Despite its successful outcome, the Earth Kingdom is still in danger.
New characters "MK-10"
- Cassie cage - Sonya and Johnny's own daughter, who absorbed the skill of fighting both parents.
- Di-Thief - The invincible queen of insects with green skin and spider legs.
- Kotal Kan - The ancient spirit, which is the successor to the Emperor of the Outer World.
- Ferrat - a giant creature, vaguely reminiscent of a man who crushes rivals with powerful blows.