Game Name:

Mortal Kombat Deadly Alliance

Video Game System:

Xbox

Release Year:

2002

ESRB Rating:

M

Genre:

Fighting

Publisher:

Midway Home Entertainment, Inc.

Developer:

Midway Games, Inc.

Player Count:

1 player

UPC Number:

031719300105

SKU:

c9d9e84dabf624816440

Condition:

Disc Only

Has Manual:

N/A

Condition Notes:

Game Description:

Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance on Xbox (2002) marked the bloody rebirth of the franchise, bringing it into full 3D with fresh mechanics, a darker tone, and the brutal flair that made MK infamous. After years of mixed spin-offs, this was the game that reminded everyone why Mortal Kombat was the king of violent fighters.

Developed and published by Midway, Deadly Alliance introduced a brand-new fighting system where each character had multiple martial arts styles plus a unique weapon stance. This allowed for fluid combos and strategy beyond button mashing, while still keeping the series’ trademark over-the-top fatalities. The story centered on sorcerers Quan Chi and Shang Tsung teaming up to form the “Deadly Alliance,” making them one of the most dangerous villain duos in MK history.

With new fighters like Frost and Blaze alongside veterans like Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Raiden, the roster felt both familiar and fresh. Add in the Krypt unlock system and darker presentation, and Deadly Alliance cemented itself as one of the most important turning points for the franchise.

1. Multi-style combat: Switch between two martial arts and a weapon stance mid-fight for brutal combos.
2. Fresh roster: A mix of classic characters and newcomers like Frost, Mavado, and Kenshi.
3. Krypt unlockables: Earn koins to unlock hidden content, costumes, and secrets.
4. Dark story: Quan Chi and Shang Tsung’s alliance raises the stakes in Mortal Kombat lore.

Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance revived the series with innovation, grit, and gore—proving Mortal Kombat could evolve without losing its savage edge.

Finish your collection and buy retro games on Retro Games eXchange—because Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance is where the franchise roared back to life on Xbox.