Scorpion
A revenant ninja who uses a kunai spear and fire-based techniques.
How it plays
How does Mortal Kombat Trilogy play?
Matches are viewed from the side, with two fighters facing each other in a single arena. Players use punches, kicks, throws, special moves, defensive movement, and character-specific finishing techniques to deplete the opponent’s life bar.
The main single-player experience consists of successive fights against computer-controlled opponents, while versus modes support direct competition. Winning matches advances the selected fighter through the ladder; difficulty and opponent behavior depend on the chosen settings and version.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mortal Kombat Trilogy?
Learn the normal attacks and special-move ranges of one fighter before attempting advanced combinations. Keep enough distance to punish unsafe attacks, and use blocking when the opponent begins a repeated close-range sequence.
Against the computer, observe its reaction patterns rather than attacking continuously. Save powerful special moves and finishing inputs for situations where their range and timing are reliable.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Sub-Zero
A cryomancer ninja who attacks with ice projectiles and freezing abilities.
Liu Kang
A Shaolin champion whose attacks include flying kicks and fire-based techniques.
Shao Kahn
The powerful ruler of Outworld and a recurring boss opponent.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Practice special-move inputs in a low-pressure match before entering the single-player ladder.
- 2
Blocking and spacing are more dependable than repeated jumping attacks.
- 3
Check the DOS release’s documentation for its exact keyboard configuration.
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