NetherRealm Studios Relocating Mortal Kombat 9 Online Service From GameSpy Servers

The latest Mortal Kombat will be moving to a new online service as a response to the upcoming closure of servers on GameSpy.

Developer NetherRealm Studios is in the progress of transitioning Mortal Kombat 9 from the GameSpy platform, the game's original multiplayer service. According to the official Mortal Kombat Facebook page, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC MK9 players "may experience an interruption of online play and matchmaking and we ask for your patience during this time." The PlayStation Vita version after May 31, 2014 will only have multiplayer through an ad-hoc network.

This decision came following the announcement on April 2014 in which GameSpy owner Glu Mobile will terminate all legacy servers on May 31, 2014. Publishers and developers also have committed to migrating some of their own games to newer services. Another fighting game that featured the GameSpy platform was the PS3 version Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition; It was later removed in the latest major update.

Virgin Gaming Expands Fighting Game Selection With Mortal Kombat

NetherRealm Studios' ninth Mortal Kombat game joined the Virgin Gaming competitive program.

Mortal Kombat has been added onto Virgin Gaming, a competitive video game service where players can compete online against others to win cash. Players can play on either Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 of Mortal Kombat and will have to compete against others through King of the Hill.

Similar to Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition Ver. 2012, the first fighting game to premiere in the Virgin Gaming system, players have access to quick head to head matches or can compete in a tournament league.

Rules regarding downloadable content, including extra characters or compatibility packs, have not been mentioned.

For more information including match reporting and game setup, you can find more here!

Mortal Kombat: PC Version of Komplete Edition Available Now On Steam

The PC port of Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition is now available!

Much like the console version, Komplete Edition on PC has most if not all downloadable content including the special characters, Skarlet, Kenji, Rain and Freddy Krueger. This version does not include Kratos, exclusive downloadable character on the PlayStation 3. This port also features support for controllers so arcade stick users will be able to play MK with no obvious problems.

Make sure to check out the Steam page on MK Komplete Edition for more information such as hardware requirements and achievement information.

MK: PC Release Of Komplete Edition This July, Handled By High Voltage Software

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment confirmed the existence of Mortal Kombat on PC and will be releasing soon with all existing content available!

Developed by High Voltage Software, known for The Conduit and Hunter: The Reckoning series, the PC port of Mortal Kombat will be based on the Komplete Edition. This package will feature all downloadable content costumes and characters Skarlet, Kenshi, Rain and Nightmare on Elm Street's Freddy Krueger. The PC edition will also support the Tournament Editon Fight Stick by PDP and "full controller capability." Achievements and leaderboards will also be featured.'

The downloadable version of MK will be available on July 3 while physical versions will be available on August 6!

NetherRealm Sees A Home For Fighting Games In PlayStation Vita

GamaSutra interviewed Hector Sanchez of NetherRealm Studios who was favorable of fighting games having a new home in the PlayStation Vita.

Sanchez elaborates that thanks to the pick-up-and-play style of fighting games, it can help compliment the always connected technology of the Vita.

"I know there are some of the hardcore fans that stay loyal to their one brand, but we play all fighting games," Sanchez tells us from the NetherRealm offices in Chicago, where the team is putting the finishing touches on Mortal Kombat for Sony's portable PlayStation Vita.

You can check the rest of the quick interview here!

Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition Behind the Scenes

Machinima put up a video of Mortal Kombat Komplete where the NetherRealm Studios staff tell us that in addition to having all the DLC content in the disc, you will be able to play against players who have the current version of the game.

Check out the video after the jump.

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Mortal Kombat - Vita Trailer

A trailer for the upcoming Mortal Kombat Vita is out on IGN. The video shows the features exclusive to this version of the game.

Watch the video after the jump.

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MK: Ed Boon Interview On Vita Port Featuring More Content

In the latest entry of the PlayStation Blog, Ed Boon talks about the Mortal Kombat Vita port, and how the console unique features are implemented into the game. Here are a couple of questions that Ed Boon answered.

PlayStation.Blog: What’s the scope of Mortal Kombat for PS Vita? Does it include all the content from the PS3 game?

Ed Boon, Creative Director, Netherrealm Studios: It’s actually everything from the PS3 game: the entire Story mode and all the downloadable characters and content, plus additional modes and features that are tailored for PS Vita. We really wanted to take advantage of Vita’s hardware.

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MK9: Don't Sleep on These Freddy Krueger & X-Ray Combo Videos

Vip3r sent over a handful of Mortal Kombat 9 videos, one showing off some post-patch Freddy Krueger combos and also an X-Ray compilation video featuring X-Ray combos for almost every character in the game! 

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New Mortal Kombat Patch Fixes Alternate Costume Bugs, More Kung Lao Nerfs

Netherrealm Studios released a full list of changes included in their latest patch for Mortal Kombat 9. This patch addresses a number of issues with the game and includes balances changes for all the characters as well. Check out the full list after the break.

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LiangHuBBB's Funny and Cool Moments Episode 40

LiangHuBBB brings the laughs once again, this time featuring AE, SFxT, and MK9. Check out the showdown between Makoto's and Ryu's Ultras in AE, a bunch of tagging and juggling mayhem in SFxT, and a ton of ice chucking, glitching, and shenanigans in MK9.

All of these crazy moments and more await you after the break!

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Mortal Kombat 9 "Has Now Sold Close to 3m Units Worldwide"

A bit of news surrounding the sales of Mortal Kombat 9 surfaced today via NeoGAF, with WB Interactive President Martin Tremblay stating that Mortal Kombat 9 has sold "close to" 3 million units worldwide in a short interview in MCV.

We've known for a while that Mortal Kombat 9 has done very well sales wise, but this number is pretty staggering considering the amount of time the game has been out. With these kind of numbers, I don't think anyone will be too surprised if we end up seeing more versions of the game in the future as Tremblay adds that "Mortal Kombat has already paid for the acquisition of the Midway assets and we are just beginning to leverage this acquisition with much more to come."

Below you can check out sales numbers for many other fighting games that have hit the market over the years:

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MK9: Choose Your Destiny - Noob Saibot Tutorial

After Dark Gaming put together a fantastic tutorial for one of my favorite Mortal Kombat 9 characters, Noob Saibot. This video runs about 15 minutes long and covers everything you need to know about Noob, including combos, move properties and general strategy. Check it out after the break!

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MK9: Michelangelo Interview by TestYourMight

Storms over at TestYourMight has an insightful interview with the East Coast Throwdown 3 MK9 champion, Michelangelo. Learn about what drove him to play MK, why he chose to main Kabal, and why he won't be travelling cross-country for tournaments after EVO 2011.

Check out the full interview after the break!

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Mortal Kombat - Kenshi Trailer

Gamespot uploaded an exclusive trailer for Mortal Kombat's next DLC character, Kenshi! He will be available for download come July 5th, but until then enjoy the trailer below!

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MK9 Video Tutorial: Reptile Act.2 - Bug Control

xxbeholderxx uploaded a really crazy Reptile tutorial video that not only goes over some relatively basic stuff but also a few bugs that Reptile has. In short -- well, until it gets patched anyway -- when the opponent blocks a close EX Force Ball, it seems to stay "active" and you can push them into it for a mix-up or they can simply be hit by it themselves if they run into it. I know, it sounds really weird so you just have to watch the video to see how it works.

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MK9: MLG Holding $2,000 Online Qualifier Event

Major League Gaming is kicking off a Mortal Kombat qualifier event to be held online via PlayStation 3. The qualifier begins with ladder play, culminating in a 32-player tournament. Top placers will win a share of a $2,000 prize pool and seeded entry into the MLG Raleigh MK9 tournament. Registration is open now, right here.

Check out the full prize structure below.

via LevelUpYourGame

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MK9: Skarlet Day-One Combos by Duneboo

Duneboo, creator of the MK9Online tutorials, today released a combo video for DLC character Skarlet. In addition to her combos, he explains a bit about her command dash and its variations. Keep in mind that this is the first day she's been playable, so she'll only get more potent as time goes on. Watch the entire video below!

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MK9: Skarlet Ready to Draw Blood, Plus First Look at Rain, Kenshi

DLC character Skarlet is now available for download on Xbox Live and should be available on PSN later today. Also, the free klassic skins for Cyrax and Sektor are now available, whether or not you buy the DLC.

As for upcoming DLC fighters, the first images of Rain and Kenshi have been revealed. Moreover, they are both expected to be available in July. Check them out after the break!

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MKast Series 2, Episode 3 Talks Skarlet

The Mortal Kombat development team is back with another episode of the MKast. This episode is all about the new DLC character, Skarlet. They talk about her origins in urban legend, her moves, and even some strategy.

Check below the break to hear the developers discuss the "most skill-based and the fastest character we have so far in the roster."

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