Rank 01Games like Mortal Kombat 1
- 33 games
- Updated Oct 2, 2026
Players who liked Mortal Kombat 1 also play
The same list the imho.run recommender shows for Mortal Kombat 1: games its players also own across millions of Steam libraries, weighed against shared tags and what reviewers compare it to.
- Rank 01
Rank 02Why this
A frequent pick in Mortal Kombat 1 players' libraries, and another Action.
- $3.99
- Deck Verified
- 2015
Rank 03Why this
Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
- $39.99
- Deck Verified
- 2023
Rank 04 
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Rank 05 
Injustice™ 2
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Rank 06 
Killer Instinct
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Rank 07 
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
Why this: Also Martial Arts and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Rank 08 
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
- Released: 2023
- Developer: NetherRealm Studios, QLOC
- Price: $9.99−80%
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 73% of 16,263 reviews
- Genres: Action
- Metacritic 82
- Platforms: Windows
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Reviewers mention these as similar to Mortal Kombat 1
Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Street Fighter X Tekken
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
TEKKEN 7
Why this: Also Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Mortal Kombat 1 at current Steam store prices.
Absolver
Why this: Also Martial Arts and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Koihime Enbu
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Drunken Wrestlers 2
Why this: Also Blood and Martial Arts, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Kandidatos
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
FIGHTING EX LAYER
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Divekick
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Karate Survivor
Why this: Also Martial Arts and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
One Finger Death Punch
Why this: Also Martial Arts and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Mortal Kombat 1, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Why this: Also Martial Arts and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Toribash
Why this: Also Blood and Martial Arts, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Iron Snout
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Electoral Carnage
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Idol Showdown
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Hellbound: Survival Mode
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Soldat
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Long Live Santa!
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Mortal Kombat 11
Why this: Also Blood and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Mortal Kombat X
Why this: Another Action close to Mortal Kombat 1.
Street Fighter™ 6
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Injustice™ 2
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
Killer Instinct
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat 1.
About Mortal Kombat 1
If Mortal Kombat 1 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Mortal Kombat 11, Mortal Kombat X and Street Fighter™ 6 — picked from the ranked list below. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Mortal Kombat 1 is a 2D fighting game released in 2023 by NetherRealm Studios and QLOC, published by Warner Bros. Games. Set in a rebooted universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang, it features combo-based martial arts combat alongside the franchise's signature over-the-top fatalities. The game offers multiple game modes and supports both local and online multiplayer versus play. It carries a price tag of $9.99 on Steam, where it has earned a 73% positive rating from over 16,000 reviews, and has been verified for play on Steam Deck. Reviewers note the challenging difficulty and substantial solo campaign make this a lengthy undertaking that rewards dedicated players with deep combat mechanics and extensive content.
About Mortal Kombat 1: Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
Is Mortal Kombat 1 worth buying?
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 72% of 16,263 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 82% positive across 347 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price when we last checked (May 2026): $49.99. Check Steam for today's price.
- People who recommend it had played a median of 22 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 18 h before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“Uses Denuvo DRM -rep Insane file size ~ 130 GB + Shaders have to update every time I launch the game Takes actual minutes even game installed onto SSD The game is 10/10 though”
“Honestly, a great game with a gripping story. Kombat is fluid an fun. But the sheer cost each character is insane. Charging $7.99 for a character you can't unlock in the game? Hell nah. Wait for it to go on sale or don't get it at all.”
People who play it also play: Mortal Kombat 11, Mortal Kombat X, Street Fighter™ 6
Frequently asked about Mortal Kombat 1
Can I run it?
Is Mortal Kombat 1 verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Mortal Kombat 1 is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Mortal Kombat 1 cost?
Mortal Kombat 1 is listed on Steam at 9.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Mortal Kombat 1 have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Mortal Kombat 1 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Cross-Platform Multiplayer, Online PvP).
What games are most similar to Mortal Kombat 1?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Mortal Kombat 1 are Mortal Kombat 11, Mortal Kombat X, Street Fighter™ 6.
Who developed Mortal Kombat 1?
Mortal Kombat 1 was developed by NetherRealm Studios, QLOC and published by Warner Bros. Games.