Mortal Kombat 11: PS4 Review

Mortal Kombat 11: PS4 Review

Developed by Netherrealm Studios
Released by Warner Bros Studios
Platform: PS4

Brutally engaging and OTT violent, Mortal Kombat 11's back to fighting form with a game that's as immersive as it is obsessed with blood and gore.

Following the MO of previous games and beat-em-ups like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat 11's story is about a corrupted Raiden who wants to protect Earth from her enemies anyway he can. And that involves fists and all manner of moves.

To be honest, the Mortal Kombat 11 game isn't really about story, and while that side of the game's competently handled, it has to be said the simplicity and relative fluidity of the game's moves make this more accessible than before to those who've never handled a brawler before.

With a roster of some 25 characters and some new and old favourites, it's clear Netherrealm's gone to extremes to make sure this covers all the bases in terms of popular appeal.

Tutorials are easy to navigate and prevent you from being overwhelmed with moves. The fighters handle themselves well and the game generally extends a hand to all, before bashing them to a pulp.

There's a lot of gratuity in the finishing moves, and while these are fun to start off with, after the umpteenth time of seeing them, the appeal's lost a little and the game flounders for something new to offer.

Small changes to previous iterations have meant a bit of an overhaul for the franchise, and while hardened Kombaters may find that frustrating, the open approach does work for newbies simply wanting to get involved.

Ultimately, Mortal Kombat 11 delivers the required amount of bash, offers a definite amount of development dash and will satiate those looking for a brawler with flair.