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Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe

Generally favorable reviews
Based on 44 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Midway Games
Developer: Midway Amusement Games
Genre(s): Fighting
Players: 2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: November 16, 2008
Summary
For the first time ever Scorpion, Sub-Zero and the Mortal Kombat warriors battle with Batman, Superman and other popular DC Universe Super Heroes. Choose your side and challenge your opponents with a new fighting system including Freefall Kombat and Klose Kombat along with dynamic multi-tiered environments. Plus, pick your favorite character from MK or DCU and pursue a fighting adventure in the new single player mode with an intertwined storyline and two unique perspectives. [Midway]
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What The Critics Said
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Giant Bomb
Feels like the refreshing start of a new era for Midway's fighting series. It probably won't change your mind if you're not into the genre, or even if you're into the genre but have already made up your mind about the MK series. But if you're open to the idea of more Mortal Kombat, you'll find a terrific game here.
Read Full Review >Gamer's Hell
To those who doubted the concept of MKvsDC, doubt no more because Mortal Kombat is back with a vengeance.
Read Full Review >GamingTrend
From the sharp graphics to the rock solid gameplay, this is a well-implemented game.
Read Full Review >ImpulseGamer
In conclusion, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is a very impressive fighting game that melds two great franchises into one.
Read Full Review >GamingXP
MK vs DC Universe offers a lot of fun! Characters and story are very good developed and new ideas are implemented in the game. It’s a pity that only two characters can be unlocked.
Read Full Review >GameFocus
For what it offers, the game deserves a good look but its lack of MK flavour might turn off some people, especially the die hard MK fans. Still this game is awesome and deserves attention. Shedding some dollars will not be a waste for the entertainment gained in return.
Read Full Review >Game Over Online
The good news is that it's very playable on a level that the Mortal Kombat series rarely manages to reach, and has solid enough net code that you can play online with virtually no lag.
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe was really enjoyable and one of the better fighters I've played this year. Even if the concept seems ridiculous, it's worth picking it up if you enjoyed the previous Mortal Kombat games from the '90s.
Read Full Review >Kombo
Not since the heyday of the Mortal Kombat series has the core game mechanics shined so well.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
The game offers two different story modes that each last a couple hours, but aside from a thin combo challenge there isn’t much to do here other than test your might online. Still, fans of both universes are sure to squeeze hours of entertainment out of this package.
Read Full Review >PSX Extreme
I'm happy to say that this round of Mortal Kombat, while unconventional in concept, may be the best one we've had in over a decade. Don't let the DC Universe mash-up fool you, because at the core of this game is the very essence that made Mortal Kombat 3 so great over a decade ago.
Read Full Review >ZTGameDomain
The combat is solid, the story mode is substantial and if you are a fan of either universe there is something here to enjoy. The lackluster finishing moves and lack of extras really hurt the overall experience, but if you are indeed looking for a game that pits two franchises full of beloved characters there is a lot to love here.
Read Full Review >GamePro
MK vs. DC isn't the best Mortal Kombat game, not by a country mile, but for the first time in years this series feels relevant and energized.
Read Full Review >GameDaily
The addition of Free Fall Combat (where you pummel someone as you fall towards the next platform) and Close Combat (where the camera zooms in as you pound someone) are terrific, as are the building-smashing Test Your Might segments.
Read Full Review >3DJuegos
Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe has failures and highlights. Its short value is a very serious problem, and you will surely ask for more. But the attractiveness of its proposal, the new gameplay add-ons, and the strong -although conventional- multiplayer are reasons enough to pay attention to this game.
Read Full Review >PSW Magazine UK
A solid update of the classic MK series, made relevant by the introduction of a DC roster, spot-on fighters and accessible gameplay. Not original, but tremendous fun.
Read Full Review >Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe offers plenty of MK fun, tons of combos to learn, and yes, a bundle of not-so-graphic finishing moves if you're up to mastering the dozen long combo chains. [Jan 2009, p.76]
Gamervision
It may be a bit light on the gore and ultraviolence, but from a gameplay standpoint, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is easily the best game in the series since "MK3".
Read Full Review >Thunderbolt
It’s not the top fighting game out there, but it’s certainly the best Mortal Kombat game in some time, and the use of DC characters only adds to the fun, even if the whole thing is absurd.
Read Full Review >Games Master UK
The guest-star novelty takes time to wear off thanks to a well thought-out fighting system. [Christmas 2008, p.76]
Cheat Code Central
The game is not a failure by any means, but you will find yourself asking for more or wanting to play other more fleshed out fighting games. The visuals were also a big letdown, especially the backgrounds, mainly because we've been spoiled by other visually appealing fighting games.
Read Full Review >IGN
Casual players will punch through the storyline before burning out after getting stumped by one or two Kombo Challenges, while Mortal Kombat fans will have trouble accepting the toned down Fatalities and somewhat slower gameplay. In short, this game's fun, but its legs probably can't carry it beyond the whole "Wow, Batman's fighting Superman" first impression.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
The MK and DC crowds are a surprisingly good combo, but questionable roster balancing keeps this enjoyable fighter from achieving greatness.
Read Full Review >MEGamers
MK vs. DC brings two of the largest franchises to do battle, but after a few hours of playing, you’ll realize that this game could have been so much bigger.
Read Full Review >Playstation Universe
We've had a blast playing MK vs. DC Universe, despite its uninspired storyline.
Read Full Review >PSM3 Magazine UK
Decent, if lightweight and gleefully comic fan-pleasing brawler. [Christmas 2008, p.68]
GameTrailers
A respectable roster, goofy but generally fun fighting, and the bridging of two universes with an actual coherent story line makes MK vs DC appealing for casual players. But if you're looking for a true Mortal Kombat sequel or the next super-balanced tournament fighter, this watered-down, crossed-over spin-off isn't your game.
Read Full Review >InsideGamer.nl
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is a decent arcade fighting game, but has its flaws. The limited content and fighter line-up adds up to the absence of gore and violence, which is really a shame. The game still retains the Mortal Kombat-feel though, and the cast of DC-heroes is a nice bonus. The one-on-one multiplayer-rounds are fun enough for fans to consider purchasing Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe.
Read Full Review >HellBored
This game won’t take you hours to complete but you will come back for more. It’s a game that’s worthy of renting at least once, but if pounding high and mighty superheroes into the ground appeals to you, then this is one for your collection.
Read Full Review >Playstation Official Magazine Australia
While it won't satisfy technical fight-fiends, it's definitely a sterling lounge room fixture for a crowded night in of mashing each other into opposing franchise paste. [Summer 2009, p.68]
Hardcore Gamer Magazine
It’s good to see that new life, by means of bizarre franchise combination, can be breathed into a nearly dead game series.
Read Full Review >VideoGamer
We had a blast playing the game here in the office, with almost everyone gathering to watch. But it is an inferior fighting game, no matter how oddly compelling it is to see two sets of fictional characters clash in such improbable circumstances.
Read Full Review >Destructoid
It contains its fair share of flaws, not the least of which are some gameplay unbalances and curious lack of interesting unlockable content. But if you’re looking for silly, lighthearted fun to kill a few hours with friends over a few laughs, you could certainly do a lot worse than Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
It's a great-looking HD debut for the series, and although the Story mode is cheesy, it's a good vehicle for players to test out their favorite combatants.
Read Full Review >Gameplanet
It's not going to be winning any Game of the Year awards, but it is good fun and a good sign that the Mortal Kombat series might finally be on its way back to figuring out what made it so great to start with… just with less blood this time, but hey, there's always the next game right?
Read Full Review >Playstation Official Magazine UK
The problem is, it's all a tiny bit unbalanced. [Christmas 2008, p.102]
Extreme Gamer
Technical glitches aside, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe is a fun diversion in this dream-match crossover.
Read Full Review >Play UK
Typical Midway, in as far as there’s a few hours of absolute bliss here, before the taste goes completely and you’re left chewing cud. Rent with our blessing, but purchase only if you’re immune to buyer’s remorse.
Read Full Review >1UP
I just wish the game's signature (and somewhat watered-down -- go Teen rating!) Fatalities ("Heroic Brutalities" for the politically correct DC heroes) appeared in each character's move lists, as I'd rather not look up a button combination every time I want to shoot my opponent in the face or drop a Mortal Kombat arcade cabinet on his head. You know, the important stuff.
Read Full Review >Game Positive
The game has some refreshing ideas, and if you can look past these issues, you may find some fun in Midway's latest romp.
Read Full Review >games(TM)
It’s good facile fun, but we feel, with a little more depth and tweaking of movesets, something greater could have been achieved. [Christmas 2008, p.122]
Game Revolution
The biggest problem for Mortal Kombat vs. the DC Universe is that it’s just meh (Yes, it's now a word, so I get to use it). You will neither love it nor hate it. Instead you will find yourself in a fighting game limbo where you feel kompelled to keep playing because you love one of the respective franchises, or you’ll just play for a while until a sense of disappointment and betrayal sets in.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
Unless you are a MK fanboy (and I mean so die hard that you don't care if the game is the same old song and dance) or a DC fanboy who wants to see where the writers take their beloved superheroes, then this game is a rental at best. Hell I'm a fan of both, although not die hard for either brand, and I still couldn't find myself very interested in the final result.
Read Full Review >The Onion (A.V. Club)
This Kombat would have been more appealing in arcades 15 years ago than on consoles today.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.0 (out of 10) based on 31 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
lycan7hropy stevens gave it a9:
My favorite fighter this gen (sorry SF4). its just fun. its not the most balanced fighter, the blocking is off, there is a lack of punches and kicks, which is stupid, and only one throw for fighter....also incredibly stupid. a few of the backgrounds are a bit stale also. the game has a slight film grain on the visuals which distracts. but the fighters are fun to use, the special moves are great, it runs smooth online, and the rest or the presentation is great. kudos to anyone who can do all the combo challenges.
Kameleon V gave it a9:
As far as Fight games go this one is fun and easy to learn. There is also enough sophisticated moves to appeal to those that would want some difficulty. I found the single player story line a little odd but it did a good job at allowing you to play the different styles. Over all though I am a fan of the MK line and in my opinion this is a great game that you can just pick up whenever you want some Comic book MK carnage. Captain marvel is by far one of the easiest players to learn and win repeatedly with IMO.
Sam L. gave it a9:
As a long time Mortal Kombat fan, I am very pleased with my purchase. It may not be as gory as its predecessors, but it's still MK. It still feels like MK. A lot of classic characters and moves, and the awesomeness that is the DC characters. You won't want to play with the MK characters for a long while because it's just so much fun beating people senseless with Batman, or running circles around people with The Flash. My current favorites are Captain Marvel and Superman! This game is a must own for anyone who likes Mortal Kombat, and definitely anyone who's been wanting a good DC fighting game, because this is the whole package.
Knight Mare gave it a6:
I am deeply saddend that this franchised has been hit with scorpions spear..... This game lacks the wow effect that should have been carried on from at least the first mortal kombat. the teen rating really kills the maturity of this game which is what mad MK, well, Mk! I can stress enough about the WOW factor and i think another voter said it best. the game is "meh" i was not very enthused to play this game and took it back within an hour for return to pick up something more promising. the "special" moves, or lack thereof are not so well.......special at all with the acception of a chosen few. green lantern especially. he's an awsome D.C. character but boy did they drop the ball on this one in my opinion. if you have kids but dont want them to play nothing to hardcore but entertaining, this ones for them, for all the hardcore mortal kombat fans, and even the D.C. fanboys, we might wanna wait a good while longer for something a lot more mature
Webster B gave it a10:
This game deserves a 10 for the care, attention, and respect with which it handles the DC license. Each DC character is not only excellently balanced and crafted in terms of its move-set and animation but their back stories and personalities are well integrated into an enjoyable and surprisingly good story mode. For a DC fan the 'T' rating is preferable to seeing Superman eviscerate someone or be decapitated himself. For the comic fan the story is reminiscent of some of the more fun elseworld storylines and shows a good understanding of the characters. The voice acting is very good on the DC side. The fights are incredibly fun and to be able to play a fighter with fan service such as epic fights between Batman and The Joker, Superman and Lex Luthor as well as cool cross license fighting is more than worth the price of admission. One of the most purely fun games I've played in a while... and I play many games. Not a tournament fighter, but a fantastically fun game that does the DC universe proud( it even makes Captain Marvel cool!). Here's hoping for a sequel with an expanded roster.
Bart R. gave it a4:
Horrible AI makes this game just as weak as the predecessors (past MK3). The opponents sometimes just stand there idly waiting to be completely annihilated, and then in split second they become unbeatable, and this is on easy difficulties. The "kombo" challenge is horribly tuned, with combos not registering upon completion. If this game was supposed to revive the series, it falls short on many, many levels. If it's Teen rating was the only problem, we would only be so lucky.
