The most direct way to play the original arcade Mortal Kombat games on modern hardware is Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection. It includes arcade versions of Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, Mortal Kombat 3 and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, with listings linked for PC and current consoles. Check your platform’s store for the edition and availability in your region.
Which collection has the original arcade games?
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is the modern collection to look for if you want the original arcade releases. Its lineup includes four arcade games—not just three: Mortal Kombat (1992), Mortal Kombat II (1993), Mortal Kombat 3 (1995) and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (1995). The collection also includes selected home and handheld versions, plus additional entries in the series.
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Atari links to storefronts for Xbox, Steam, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. The PlayStation Store listing is for PS4 and PS5. The PlayStation listing gives October 30, 2025 as the release date. Store availability and editions can vary by platform and region, so use the link for your system and confirm the live listing before buying.
How to get started on your platform
- Choose the platform: Visit Atari’s collection page and follow the link for Xbox, Steam, PlayStation or Nintendo Switch. PlayStation buyers can check the PS4 and PS5 listing directly.
- Check the edition and price: The PlayStation listing showed a US price of $49.99 when checked on October 4, 2026. That figure applies to that listing at that time; it is not a price guarantee for another region, retailer or edition. Atari describes physical editions as well as digital options, but availability depends on the seller.
- Select an arcade version in the collection: Choose the arcade release of the game you want. The collection also offers selected console and handheld versions, so check the version label rather than assuming every entry is the arcade one.
What else is included?
Digital Eclipse’s announcement lists the following arcade and selected home or handheld versions:
#1 Best Overall
- 14 Classic Games Included: Play Mortal Kombat I–3, Ultimate MK3, and 10 more retro hits like Rampage, Paperboy, and Gauntlet for nonstop arcade action
- Authentic Arcade Feel: Real-feel joysticks, responsive buttons, and dual speakers deliver a true arcade experience in the comfort of your home
- Crisp 17-Inch Display: BOE color monitor showcases every detail, from pixel-perfect punches to vibrant retro graphics, just like the original machines
- Wi-Fi With Multiplayer: Compete online with friends or players across the country using built-in Wi-Fi leaderboards and online multiplayer features
- Premium Cabinet Design: Over 5 feet tall with a sleek finish, light-up marquee, and molded faux coin door for a nostalgic look that stands out in any room
| Game | Versions listed |
|---|---|
| Mortal Kombat (1992) | Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy and Game Gear |
| Mortal Kombat II (1993) | Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy and Sega 32X |
| Mortal Kombat 3 (1995) | Arcade, SNES and Genesis |
| Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (1995) | Arcade and SNES |
| Other games listed | Mortal Kombat 4 (arcade); Mortal Kombat Advance, Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance and Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition (Game Boy Advance) |
The collection’s feature list also includes an interactive documentary with interviews with original developers, including Ed Boon, John Tobias, Dan Forden and John Vogel. Atari advertises secret characters and settings as well.
Can you play online?
Atari advertises online play with rollback netcode. PlayStation describes online play as optional, supports up to two online players and requires PlayStation Plus for online play. Check the store listing for the requirements that apply to your platform; the PlayStation subscription requirement should not be assumed to apply identically elsewhere.
Rank #2
- 13 Classic Games: Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat II, Mortal Kombat 3, Ultimate MK 3, Rampage, Joust, Wizard of Wor, Gauntlet, Rootbeer Tapper, Defender, Bubbles, Paperboy, Klax
- 4 Feet Tall, with 15.6” IPS Color Monitor
- Dual Speakers for crisp arcade sound
- WiFi Leaderboards to challenge the world, Online Multiplayer
- Real feel Joysticks and Buttons
What about the older Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection on Steam?
The older Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection is a separate release. Valve’s Steam announcement dated February 2, 2012 says it contains Mortal Kombat, Mortal Kombat 2 and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3. That historical announcement does not establish whether the game can still be purchased or whether it runs properly on a current PC. Check its live Steam listing and current system information before relying on it.
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- For the original arcade trilogy and its updated third-game version: Start with Legacy Kollection; it lists all four relevant arcade releases.
- For online matches: The new collection advertises rollback-netcode play. On PlayStation, a PS Plus subscription is required for online play.
- For a specific old console version: Check the version list above; the collection includes selected ports, not every version on every platform.
- For the older Steam compilation: Treat it as a possible option only after checking present sale status and compatibility. The 2012 announcement alone cannot confirm either.
The official listings establish which versions and features are offered, but they do not provide a comparison of input latency, emulation accuracy, image quality or performance. Those qualities should not be assumed from the version list alone.
Quick Recap
Best Value
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- Expand your Mortal Kombat collection with Bitty POP! Arcade Scorpion! Bitty POP! figure is packaged in a hard acrylic display case with a detachable bottom lid.
- The detachable bottom lid doubles as an acrylic base, to which the Bitty POP! figure is adhered.
- Remove Bitty POP! Scorpion from his case so he can take his place in the Bitty POP! Arcade Display! The Bitty POP! case can be stored inside the Bitty POP! Arcade Display, directly below POP! Scorpion. Vinyl figures are approximately 0.9 and 3.5 in (2.3 and 8.9 cm) tall.
- Warning: Choking Hazard. Collectibles are small. Not for children under the age of 3 years old.
Rank #4
- Multiple Iconic Editions: Experience the legendary origins of Mortal Kombat with the iconic arcade classics along with well loved home versions for Super NES and Sega Genesis. Dive deeper with rare and fan-favorite releases across Game Boy, Game Gear, Sega 32X, Game Boy Advance and more.
- Interactive Documentary: Deep behind-the-scenes content chronicles the history of the franchise, featuring exclusive new interviews with original MK developers Ed Boon, John Tobias, Dan Forden, John Vogel, and dozens more.
- Online Play: Engage in online battles enhanced by rollback netcode— engineered to preserve the precision of every attack, even with players across vast distances.
- The Full Story: Detailed character histories and timelines trace the epic narrative of Earthrealm, Outworld, and Edenia through the arcade era.
- No More Secrets: At the touch of a button, unlock all secret characters, change game settings, and access the buried developer menus to play the games your way.
Rank #3
- Arcade-Favorite Games: 3 Mortal Kombat arcade titles ship on this cabinet, Mortal Kombat and Mortal Kombat II among them, so the ladder, the hidden fighters and the finishing moves live on the countertop
- Real-Feel Joystick and Buttons: Full-size arcade controls sit under your hand the way the original cabinets did, which is the point of buying an arcade machine instead of playing arcade games on a phone
- 7" Full-Color LCD: A 7 inch full-colour screen keeps the sprites sharp and the frame rate smooth, and the viewing angle suits a table top or a bar top where you stand over it rather than sit
- Portable with a Built-In Handle: A top-mounted carry handle and a countertop footprint mean it moves between a desk, a shelf and a game room unaided, far smaller than full size arcade machines
- Multiple Power Options: Run it on 4 AA batteries, not included, or plug in a Micro-USB cable, and it arrives fully assembled with nothing to build, among the easier gifts for a retro gaming household
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