Rank 01Why this
Shares x ray moves and fatalities with Mortal Kombat X.
- 2012
Games like Mortal Kombat X
- 34 games
- Updated May 4, 2026
Players who liked Mortal Kombat X also play
The closest matches to Mortal Kombat X: Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, Mortal Kombat 11, Injustice™ 2, Ultra Street Fighter® IV, and THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Also Blood and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat X.
- $49.99 (Price checked Nov 5)
- Deck Verified
- 2019
Rank 03Why this
Also Fighting and Competitive, like Mortal Kombat X.
- $49.99 (Price checked Nov 4)
- Deck Verified
- 2017
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Mortal Kombat X
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- 1Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition
Shares x ray moves and fatalities with Mortal Kombat X.
- 85% of 3,798 reviews
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- Released: 2015
- Developer: NetherRealm Studios, QLOC
- Price: $19.99checked Nov 5
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 81% of 11,405 reviews
- Genres: Action
- Metacritic 84
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Brutal x rays deliver visceral spectacle
- Combo system rewards precision over button mashing
- Factions add strategic depth
- Brutal
- Competitive
- Dark
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Reviewers mention these as similar to Mortal Kombat X
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Mortal Kombat 1
Why this: Also Blood and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat X.
GUILTY GEAR
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat X.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage
Why this: Same competitive mood as Mortal Kombat X.
SOULCALIBUR VI
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Mortal Kombat X.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Mortal Kombat X at current Steam store prices.
One Finger Death Punch 2
Why this: Also 2D Fighter and Gore, like Mortal Kombat X.
Koihime Enbu
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Mortal Kombat X.
Streets of Rage 4
Why this: Same intense mood as Mortal Kombat X.
Shank 2
Why this: Also Mature and Gore, like Mortal Kombat X.
Mutant Football League
Why this: Also Blood and Gore, like Mortal Kombat X.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
Why this: Same competitive mood as Mortal Kombat X.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Mortal Kombat X, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Ultra Fight Da ! Kyanta 2
Why this: Shares combo system with Mortal Kombat X.
Battlerite
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Mortal Kombat X.
Toribash
Why this: Also Blood and Fighting, like Mortal Kombat X.
NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Why this: Also Fighting and Mature, like Mortal Kombat X.
HYPERFIGHT
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat X.
Electoral Carnage
Why this: Also 2D Fighter and Gore, like Mortal Kombat X.
Altitude
Why this: Also Competitive and 2D Fighter, like Mortal Kombat X.
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 X.
Injustice™ 2
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Mortal Kombat X.
About Mortal Kombat X
The closest matches to Mortal Kombat X: Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, Mortal Kombat 11, Injustice™ 2, Ultra Street Fighter® IV, and THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Mortal Kombat X is your kind of game, the closest matches are Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, Mortal Kombat 11 and Injustice™ 2 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as brutal, competitive and dark, and single out its brutalities and combo system. 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 X is a 2015 fighting game from NetherRealm Studios and QLOC, now available for $3.99. Players describe it as brutal, competitive, dark, and intense, with reviewers highlighting that its combo system rewards precision over button-mashing while its iconic roster delivers satisfying fatalities and brutal x-rays that provide visceral spectacle. The title features multiple character variations, a factions system that adds strategic depth, and the Krypt offering extensive unlockables. Towers of Time provides additional challenge content. Verified for Steam Deck play, the game holds an 81% positive rating from over 11,400 Steam reviews.
About Mortal Kombat X: Experience the Next Generation of the #1 Fighting Franchise. Mortal Kombat X combines unparalleled, cinematic presentation with all new gameplay.
Is Mortal Kombat X worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 81% of 11,405 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 95% positive across 262 new reviews, 14 points above its all-time score.
- Price: $19.99 (checked Nov 9).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 8 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Brutal x rays deliver visceral spectacle
- Combo system rewards precision over button mashing
- Factions add strategic depth
- Iconic roster with satisfying fatalities
People who play it also play: Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, Mortal Kombat 11, Injustice™ 2
Frequently asked about Mortal Kombat X
Can I run it?
Is Mortal Kombat X verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Mortal Kombat X 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 X cost?
Mortal Kombat X is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Mortal Kombat X have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Mortal Kombat X supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen PvP, PvP).
What games are most similar to Mortal Kombat X?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Mortal Kombat X are Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, Mortal Kombat 11, Injustice™ 2.
Who developed Mortal Kombat X?
Mortal Kombat X was developed by NetherRealm Studios, QLOC and published by Warner Bros. Games, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.