# Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance *Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance*, released in November 2002 by Midway Games for PS2, Xbox, and GameCube, with a 2003 GBA port, is the fifth main *Mortal Kombat* game and the first fully 3D console title in the series, developed by Ed Boon’s team. Set after *Mortal Kombat 4*, sorcerers Quan Chi and Shang Tsung form a Deadly Alliance to conquer Earthrealm and Outworld, killing Liu Kang. Featuring 23 playable characters (12 default, 11 unlockable, including returning Sub-Zero, Scorpion, and new fighters like Li Mei and Nitara), it introduces a stance-switching system with three fighting styles per character (two martial arts, one weapon). With 3D arenas, enhanced graphics, and a soundtrack by Dan Forden, it includes Fatalities, a Konquest mode for tutorials, and a Krypt for unlockables. It sold over 3 million copies and was praised (*IGN*: 8.8/10, *GameSpot*: 8.1/10) for its refreshed mechanics but criticized for no stage Fatalities. No arcade version exists. ## Why Play Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance? *Deadly Alliance* reinvents *Mortal Kombat* with 3D combat, letting players switch between two martial arts styles (e.g., Kung Lao’s Shaolin Fist, Wing Chun) and a weapon style (e.g., Scorpion’s Ninja Sword) mid-fight, adding depth to combos. Its 23-character roster includes new faces (Frost, Hsu Hao) and unlockables like Blaze. Konquest mode offers 223 missions to learn each character’s moves, while the Krypt unlocks characters, costumes, and art with earned Koins. Gameplay lasts 2-4 hours for the arcade ladder (20-30 for Konquest and unlocks), with robust multiplayer. Its gory Fatalities, detailed arenas (e.g., Acid Bath, Palace Grounds), and Test Your Might minigame make it a must-play for retro fighting fans, though clunky 3D movement and no online mode (in original) may feel dated. The GBA port sacrifices visuals but retains core gameplay. ## Game Features - Play as 23 characters (e.g., Sub-Zero, Kitana, Quan Chi) with 3 fighting styles each - Fight in 10 3D arenas; perform one Fatality per character (no stage Fatalities) - Use 6-button controls (punches, kicks, style switch, special); chain combos across styles - Complete 223 Konquest missions for training; unlock content in the Krypt with Koins - Battle bosses Quan Chi, Shang Tsung, and Moloch (non-playable) - Experience authentic PS2/Xbox/GameCube gameplay on our retro ROM platform or disc-based consoles ## Play Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance Online Fight today! Our website, Classic Joy Games, lets you play *Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance* instantly with no downloads, optimized for modern browsers using PS2 or GameCube emulators. Alternatively, enjoy it on PS2, Xbox, GameCube, or GBA, with physical copies on eBay/Amazon ($15-$50 for consoles, $30-$80 for GBA). Emulation sites like EmulatorGames.net also host it. Ideal for fans of retro ROMs and 3D fighting classics! Note: For emulation, use PCSX2 (PS2) or Dolphin (GameCube) with 2x resolution for smooth performance; GBA port (via mGBA) is less detailed but portable. For secrets, unlock Blaze in the Krypt (Coffin PI, 6344 Koins). Join players worldwide and enjoy *Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance* on Classic Joy Games. Start your fight now and stop the Deadly Alliance to forge your legacy!