Mortal Kombat II
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Bottom line: The SEGA Mortal Kombat II: Full arcade roster with Friendships, Babalities and Fatalities intact; main trade-off: single-player and 2-player local only, no online or link play.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Full arcade roster with Friendships, Babalities and Fatalities intact
- ✓ 6-button controller support maps every special move without combo cycling
- ✓ Local 1-2 player versus on one console, no online account needed
- ✓ Shang Tsung shape-shifting and Shao Kahn boss fights carry the arcade story
Cons
- ✗ Single-player and 2-player local only, no online or link play
- ✗ Needs a 6-button pad to be comfortable; 3-button play is cramped
- ✗ Graphics and digitized sprites are cut down from the arcade original
- ✗ Physical cart condition and label wear vary by seller on the used market
Manufacturer description
NOTHING, NOTHING CAN PREPARE YOU! ALL the fierce kombatants of the #1 arcade smash gather for Mortal Kombat II, a battle to defeat the shape-shifting demon Shang Tsung and his ruthless master, Shao Kahn. Brutal special moves, Friendships, Babalities, hidden surprises, crushing combos and outrageous finishing moves - ALL yours to kommand. Let the Kombat kontinue...
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- Number of Players Supported: 1-2 Players
- Input Devices Supported: 6-button Controller
Full Specifications
| Brand | SEGA |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Platform | Sega Genesis |
| Model Number | Arena |
| Input Devices Supported | 6-button Controller |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SEGA |
| Number of Players Supported | 1-2 Players |
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