Mortal Kombat 1 vs Mortal Kombat X
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Mortal Kombat X wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Mortal Kombat X is $6.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Mortal Kombat 1 | Mortal Kombat X |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 72 | 73 |
| Quality | 77 | 87 |
| Value | 80 | 76 |
| Popularity | 37 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $8.80 | $2.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 74.5% positive | 88.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.3K | 492 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Mortal Kombat 1 | Mortal Kombat X |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 19, 2023 | April 13, 2015 |
| Developers | NetherRealm Studios, QLOC | NetherRealm Studios, QLOC |
| Publishers | Warner Bros. Games | Warner Bros. Games, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 64-bit | 64-bit: Win 7, Win 8, Win 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™ i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600X | Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce® GTX 2080 Ti or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 XT or Intel® Arc™ A770 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 | AMD Radeon HD 7950 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 140 GB available space | 44 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Mortal Kombat 1 or Mortal Kombat X?
Mortal Kombat X won the comparison against Mortal Kombat 1 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Mortal Kombat 1 worth buying over Mortal Kombat X?
Based on the metrics, Mortal Kombat X won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Mortal Kombat 1 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:45 PM UTC