Your Thoughts on Mortal Kombat 9

Don't buy it!!!! The klassic costume will be released as dlc. On the reptile theme, can you use custom soundtracks? I actually didn't check. lbjkurono23

No way really? Got a link to that?

And yes with the PS3 version you can do kustom soundtracks. I prefer in-game because they always do quality work on them.

I'm with Foxhound. Frustrated that I can't afford it at the moment[QUOTE="ChubbyGuy40"]Even surpasses Soul Calibur 4. Guppy507

It feels really good. Way better then all the 3d mortal kombats I played before it (expect for MK vs DC because I did not play that one). I love how they used story mode, the amount of modes are good, and until psn went I was loving how they did lobby fights. I hope PSN comes back on this week so I can test may skills in this game.

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So wait.. Your idea of depth directly hinges on the pace of the fighter?

Slashkice

No, speed is just a preference of mine. In regards to depth, the game just seems more button-masher friendly than others and fighting still seems like it relies too much on uppercuts and specials. Perhaps I might think differently if I played more than just the AI, but alas, PSN was and is down.

I wouldn't say that, most specials in the game are incredibly unsafe, uppercuts as well.. I suppose by rely you mean for combos? If so then yeah you do have to use quite a bit of specials for combos. Also I think for combos at least.. this is one of the worst games to button mash since the combo system is kinda weird. MVC 3 is quite the button masher though.. I still can't stop myself from mashing at times in that game....

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I'm with Foxhound. Frustrated that I can't afford it at the moment[QUOTE="ChubbyGuy40"]Even surpasses Soul Calibur 4. Timstuff

[QUOTE="lbjkurono23"]Don't buy it!!!! The klassic costume will be released as dlc. On the reptile theme, can you use custom soundtracks? I actually didn't check. ChubbyGuy40

No way really? Got a link to that?

And yes with the PS3 version you can do kustom soundtracks. I prefer in-game because they always do quality work on them.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2J63Caphgs

OHOO HOHO! SCORPION, LOST SOUL BENT ON REVENGE...

Now that's the stuff! I gotta try this with my roomie's Xbox copy! :lol:

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I'm with Foxhound. Frustrated that I can't afford it at the moment[QUOTE="ChubbyGuy40"]Even surpasses Soul Calibur 4. Timstuff

I love it, some cheap fights in Story mode, test your xyz shouldn't depend on the challenge tower, german synch is horrible and the crypt is confusing. But those points aside it's the best MK since the original 3 titles

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So wait.. Your idea of depth directly hinges on the pace of the fighter?

Espada12

No, speed is just a preference of mine. In regards to depth, the game just seems more button-masher friendly than others and fighting still seems like it relies too much on uppercuts and specials. Perhaps I might think differently if I played more than just the AI, but alas, PSN was and is down.

I wouldn't say that, most specials in the game are incredibly unsafe, uppercuts as well.. I suppose by rely you mean for combos? If so then yeah you do have to use quite a bit of specials for combos. Also I think for combos at least.. this is one of the worst games to button mash since the combo system is kinda weird. MVC 3 is quite the button masher though.. I still can't stop myself from mashing at times in that game....

Can't say I'm really impressed. It's nice that the fans are getting what they want out of it but...well I was never a fan. I always thought the fatalities were really dull (There was one in this game that I thought was neat, Noobs rip them in half one. Mostly because it rips Raidens hat in half too) which seems to be a major draw. The fighting mechanics themselves are pretty simple and it's not all that fun to see in action. There's loads of content but that doesn't really mean anything when I find the actual gameplay boring and dull looking. Also to the guy arguing balance: You say Japanese fighters have worse balance than American fighters yet pretty much 100% of the fighters played with a competitive scene are from Japan and MK has never really had a scene of any real size.Ace6301

You say Japanese fighters have worse balance than American fighters yet pretty much 100% of the fighters played with a competitive scene are from Japan and MK has never really had a scene of any real size.Ace6301

That had nothing to do with balance it all has to do with gameplay.

Can't say I'm really impressed. It's nice that the fans are getting what they want out of it but...well I was never a fan. I always thought the fatalities were really dull (There was one in this game that I thought was neat, Noobs rip them in half one. Mostly because it rips Raidens hat in half too) which seems to be a major draw. The fighting mechanics themselves are pretty simple and it's not all that fun to see in action. There's loads of content but that doesn't really mean anything when I find the actual gameplay boring and dull looking. Also to the guy arguing balance: You say Japanese fighters have worse balance than American fighters yet pretty much 100% of the fighters played with a competitive scene are from Japan and MK has never really had a scene of any real size.Ace6301

The best, most balanced fighting game this generation. Shows that Western developers are still miles ahead of Japanese devs. The characters are perfect, the fatalities are sick, insane amount of fun creating your own combo's and more content than any other fighter this gen. Not to mention the stupidly good graphics.

[QUOTE="Ace6301"]Can't say I'm really impressed. It's nice that the fans are getting what they want out of it but...well I was never a fan. I always thought the fatalities were really dull (There was one in this game that I thought was neat, Noobs rip them in half one. Mostly because it rips Raidens hat in half too) which seems to be a major draw. The fighting mechanics themselves are pretty simple and it's not all that fun to see in action. There's loads of content but that doesn't really mean anything when I find the actual gameplay boring and dull looking. Also to the guy arguing balance: You say Japanese fighters have worse balance than American fighters yet pretty much 100% of the fighters played with a competitive scene are from Japan and MK has never really had a scene of any real size.DarkLink77

Can't say I'm really impressed. It's nice that the fans are getting what they want out of it but...well I was never a fan. I always thought the fatalities were really dull (There was one in this game that I thought was neat, Noobs rip them in half one. Mostly because it rips Raidens hat in half too) which seems to be a major draw.Ace6301

I'm actually more drawn to this game for its gameplay above all else. Its a lot of fun and though its not the deepest fighter by any means, it has more than enough depth to stay interesting for a while. As far as fatalities go, I got over that amusement back in MK1. They serve little purpose besides further pissing off the guy that you just owned lol.

And UMK3 has always had and still does have a competitive scene. I considered flying out to play a in a tournament last year, but didnt want to spend all that money just to get their and possibly get eliminated from the start. :P

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Espada: I know but still saying Japanese fighters have bad balance compared to American fighters is basically comparing SF, MvC, BB, GG and AH to MK for all intents and purposes right now. That and SSF4 is reasonably balanced and the later entries into Guilty Gear were quite balanced. That said it's obviously way too early to tell if MK is balanced or not and really there won't be any data for that unless it gets a tournament scene.Ace6301

It is, and there's going to be a tournament scene at least this year at EVO. Anyway I was going to mention SF4 Sagat, STII Akuma, Rachel Alucard, Bang in CS and the likes.... imba to the max lol.

Just amazing...Love it in every way. The TE stick by PDP is alsp phenomenal.

The best, most balanced fighting game this generation. Shows that Western developers are still miles ahead of Japanese devs. The characters are perfect, the fatalities are sick, insane amount of fun creating your own combo's and more content than any other fighter this gen. Not to mention the stupidly good graphics.

Sledgehammer117

Being the most balanced fighter is a stretch. The day the game released they had to put out a patch due to some characters having infinite loops. You really cant make such a claim so early on. Things like that take time. There is no telling what players may stumble upon in the coming weeks and months.

And I'm really against the whole notion of western devs being miles ahead of Japan. Western devs made some major improvements this gen and for once Japan doesn't all out dominate gaming the way they used to, but that doesn't mean they arent still putting out great things. Some of the best games this gen come from Japan and I could easily argue that Japan still makes the best fighting games by far. And I love MK9.

It's a nice diversion from the other fighters I usually play for a change of pace, but not something I take seriously and I still think the general fighting is pretty clunky and whatnot. Story mode is entertaining no doubt, but i wish they'd let you pause or skip cutscenes :?

Just amazing...Love it in every way. The TE stick by PDP is alsp phenomenal.

SRTtoZ

For the longest time I avoided using Japanese parts, but I think I trust myself enough not to break them now. My stick's layout will be easily convertable between "street fighter" and "Mortal Kombat" modes just by moving a button and plugging up a extra button hole, and it will work on 3 platforms (PC, PS3, and Xbox 360). :D

Still, the official stick is rather nice. I just wish they'd gone with IL Competition buttons and sticks instead of the cheap Happ ones, but it's easy enough to swap them out.

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Streetfighter IV just felt like SF2 with fancy graphics.

Phazevariance

SFIV was just as fresh for that series as MK9 is for this series. Seriously. If SF4 really felt like SF2 then I wouldnt have such a difficult time deciding which one to play some days.

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Arcana Heart 3. And i'm playing some Guilty Gear and stuff.

I'm also waiting for Third Strike Online, KoFXIII, and Skull Girls.

Phazevariance

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SFIV was just as fresh for that series as MK9 is for this series. Seriously. If SF4 really felt like SF2 then I wouldnt have such a difficult time deciding which one to play some days.

mitu123

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Espada: I know but still saying Japanese fighters have bad balance compared to American fighters is basically comparing SF, MvC, BB, GG and AH to MK for all intents and purposes right now. That and SSF4 is reasonably balanced and the later entries into Guilty Gear were quite balanced. That said it's obviously way too early to tell if MK is balanced or not and really there won't be any data for that unless it gets a tournament scene.Espada12

It is, and there's going to be a tournament scene at least this year at EVO. Anyway I was going to mention SF4 Sagat, STII Akuma, Rachel Alucard, Bang in CS and the likes.... imba to the max lol.

I really like it so far, but I've only dipped my toe in the water, so to speak. Graphics look tremendous.

Most fun I've had with a fighting game this generation.

Yes, I'm having more fun with it than SFIV.

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Best MK because of Kratos

sandbox3d

I actually tend to forget Kratos is even on the roster. When you have almost all the best characters from the MK universe, why would you roll with a slow and clunky douche bag? :lol:

I was glad when I unlocked Cyber Sub cause it knocked Kratos off the select screen lol.

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Best MK because of Kratos

Snyper-007

I actually tend to forget Kratos is even on the roster. When you have almost all the best characters from the MK universe, why would you roll with a slow and clunky douche bag? :lol:

I was glad when I unlocked Cyber Sub cause it knocked Kratos off the select screen lol.

I'm sure it will have some minor effect on sales, but no more so than people buying the PS3 version just for the better D-pad, or people buying the 360 version to play with their friends on Live.

Its a cool bonus and something that GoW fans will appreciate, but I don't see the PS3 version getting some massive sales boost because of it.

And saying its the best MK because of Kratos is pretty lame. Its the best MK for many much more important reasons, not because of a marketing ploy.

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Best MK because of Kratos

Snyper-007

I actually tend to forget Kratos is even on the roster. When you have almost all the best characters from the MK universe, why would you roll with a slow and clunky douche bag? :lol:

I was glad when I unlocked Cyber Sub cause it knocked Kratos off the select screen lol.

Your joking ... MK is way bigger than GOW and is far more iconic. Way more people know aboutMK and about 30 million plus people played MK games compared the 3 or so million who play God of War. I'm not hating on Kratos because it attracts the kids like yourself who just were not there in the good old days of MK and the more people supporting Netherrealm studios the better.

I loved it man. My favourite fighter of all time so far.

I love it more than SSF4. Has more......dare I say......depth to everything. The characters have more than just a "opening" than "ending" (Like SF4). Its story mode lets the characters develop themselves. Stages look fantastic and with their Fatalities. It just feels like this fighter is more "alive" than all the others. Thats what makes this a greater impact on me than MvC 3 or SF4.Darkmoone1

Agreed to the max.

I just prefer MK, and it's not that fatalities only. I just prefer it. It also has alot more personality than other fighters.

Best MK because of Kratos

Snyper-007

you obviously arent much of a MK fan if friggen KRATOS is what makes the game for you :roll: ps kratos is an emo dork

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Best MK because of Kratos

meatgrinderz

you obviously arent much of a MK fan if friggen KRATOS is what makes the game for you :roll: ps kratos is an emo dork

Right on point.

Absolutely spectacular, IMO. Game is just jam packed with content and little nods for the veteran MK fans to catch. I give it 9 if the the online gets less laggy. Just wish that it had Puzzle Kombat or something else that you and your friends could do in between matches.

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Espada: I know but still saying Japanese fighters have bad balance compared to American fighters is basically comparing SF, MvC, BB, GG and AH to MK for all intents and purposes right now. That and SSF4 is reasonably balanced and the later entries into Guilty Gear were quite balanced. That said it's obviously way too early to tell if MK is balanced or not and really there won't be any data for that unless it gets a tournament scene.Ace6301

It is, and there's going to be a tournament scene at least this year at EVO. Anyway I was going to mention SF4 Sagat, STII Akuma, Rachel Alucard, Bang in CS and the likes.... imba to the max lol.

Most of sagat's match ups were 6-4 and 7-3 he only had two 5-5, and no match ups under 5-5 I believe.. and those were akuma and either dhalsim or ryu.. I can't remember which one. That is being overpowered to the max!

The first fight with Shang Tsung, kano's ball roll, some of the 2v1 battles, kintaro and Goro's 53% x-ray, ermac's throws, secktor's teleport uppercut, and of course Shao ****ing Kahn :evil:

i didnt had any expectations about it, but i gotta say its really an awesome fighting game, much better than sf4, mvc3 < those are really bad fighting games :S sadly..

I'm kind of frustrated I have no money in order to pick it up with.foxhound_fox

Best MK because of Kratos

Snyper-007

Pretty much the best MK I played. I loved every minute of the demo and have been playing the game since I got it wensday.

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Best MK because of Kratos

TheEroica

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I don't like how the demo played and I don't really want to play it....And I never said MK9 was bad or anything.

OneSanitarium

but other than that....

KoFXIII is pretty deep and stuff, Skull Girls is showing a lot of promise, and Arcana Heart 3 is just fantastic. What are you trying to say?

Skull girls promise? imo that fighter looks dreadfully dull. I would take AH3 and KOF over that any day of the week.

The best MK since MK3.