What could be seen as another possible disappointment for some, is how the PC and Switch version of the game has been shunned out from the recent cross-play addition between Playstation and Xbox users. Unless you’re willing to constantly hotspot your phone to your system, not only are you going to miss out on rewards that contribute towards extra fatalities and cosmetics, you’re also going to get kicked out of most of the important single-player game modes. It’s more than likely a decision made so players cannot abuse the over-stylized and incredibly tedious gacha system of slowly unlocking treasures in the Krypt. Unfortunately, the biggest network issue that has been present from day one still hangs over the portable version by how the game constantly requires the player to be connected to the internet. The way basic combos can be dialled in the traditional NetherRealm fashion does seem to help matters, as opposed to meticulously timing inputs within strict frames of animation under a dodgy netcode. For that reason alone, Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate is worth every penny.Ĭonsidering that the majority of Switch owners play their systems over a wireless connection, I had very little issues during online play. Pitting Arnie against Stallone in the ultimate ultra-violent grudge match is something I don’t think has ever been done under a licensing agreement of interactive entertainment. Not only do you get a ton of added characters, some of which represent the greats form action cinema of the ’80s, you also get the bonus story mode and a plethora of aesthetics to represent your favourite character and customised fighting styles. The content stuffed into Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate’s 32.5 GB download more than makes up for the extra space needed on the old microSD card. Especially during times where all the passengers on board are wearing Sub-Zero face masks. I would even go as far as to say that this port is a perfect companion for the more serious player practising on a commute. The way the in-game animations portray the diverse array of 37 fighters in so many interesting ways contribute towards a fight system that could potentially keep a hardened fan invested for years to come. Which certainly helps soften the blow of the visual downgrade that the Nintendo Switch version required. The excellent mo-cap of the characters makes the combat appear much more fluid than it’s ever been in the series.
But while the game still manages to look the part, the actual combat to where it matters most holds up superbly well by running at a silky smooth 60 frames per second. There are, of course, visual compromises made to get such a graphically demanding game on the portable console. However, as a quick rundown for those who have been loitering around the fruit machine patiently waiting until it’s ready to drop, understand that Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate on Nintendo Switch is a very competent port of a fantastic fighting game. You can read our initial Mortal Kombat 11 review which covers all the base features. Well, there is the additional option to purchase the original 1995 Mortal Kombat movie costumes to provide that extra nostalgic kick, but that’s only ever going to cost little more than a pint of Guinness. The bigger, better and complete product of NetherRealm Studios’ vision.
This pretty much sums up Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate in a nutshell. Before we know it, not only does a swanky new Super Ultimate Turbo Edition rock up with everything readily available in one package at a discounted price, the whole bloody thing is now patched to high heaven with massive gameplay improvements and balance adjustments. We then show dedication and loyalty by committing to all the season passes and new costume designs at a premium. We pay full price for a limited roster just to play the game early and get ahead of the curve. Suddenly, a new player enters the scene who not only sweeps all the seductive groundwork from under your feet, they manage to do so by only paying for one god-damn drink!įighting games tend to work in a similar way. A few drinks later, maybe even a tequila slammer or two, and things seem to be moving along nicely. You walk into the bar early and the next thing you know, you’re sparking up a conversation with someone that catches your eye.
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