Mortal Kombat 1 vs THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV is R$12.99 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Mortal Kombat 1 | THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 72 | 69 |
| Quality | 77 | 84 |
| Value | 76 | 80 |
| Popularity | 37 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 34.87 | R$ 21.88 |
| Steam Review Score | 74.5% positive | 84% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.3K | 350 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Mortal Kombat 1THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
Details and requirements
| Item | Mortal Kombat 1 | THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 19, 2023 | December 12, 2024 |
| Developers | NetherRealm Studios, QLOC | SNK CORPORATION |
| Publishers | Warner Bros. Games | SNK CORPORATION |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 64-bit | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™ i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600X | Intel Core i7 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce® GTX 2080 Ti or AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 XT or Intel® Arc™ A770 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX 480 4GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 140 GB available space | 65 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Mortal Kombat 1 or THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV?
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV 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 THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV?
Based on the metrics, THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV 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. THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:56 PM UTC