# Mortal Kombat II *Mortal Kombat II*, released in June 1993 by Midway Games for arcades, is the second entry in the *Mortal Kombat* series, developed by Ed Boon and John Tobias. Set after the first tournament, it follows Earthrealm’s fighters—Liu Kang, Sub-Zero, Kitana, and others—as they battle in Outworld to stop the evil emperor Shao Kahn. Featuring an expanded roster of 12 playable characters (including new fighters like Kitana, Mileena, and Baraka), enhanced digitized sprites, and a deeper move set with new Fatalities, Babalities, and Friendships, it builds on the original’s five-button controls (high/low punch, high/low kick, block). With nine stages, a dynamic soundtrack by Dan Forden, and secret characters like Jade, it sold millions and was a cultural phenomenon, further shaping the ESRB’s creation due to its gore. Re-released on SNES, Genesis, and in *Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection* (2011) and *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* (2025). ## Why Play Mortal Kombat II? *Mortal Kombat II* refines its predecessor with smoother gameplay, a larger roster, and more complex special moves (e.g., Scorpion’s double teleport, Kitana’s fan lift). Its nine stages (e.g., The Dead Pool, The Tower) feature stage-specific Fatalities, like acid dips or pit falls. New finishers—Fatalities, Babalities (turning opponents into babies), and Friendships (humorous non-lethal moves)—add variety. The game’s “Test Your Might” returns, and hidden fights against Smoke, Noob Saibot, and Jade offer replayability. Gameplay lasts 1-2 hours per arcade run, with multiplayer extending longevity. Its vibrant visuals, intense atmosphere, and iconic lines (e.g., “Toasty!”) make it a must-play for retro fighting fans, though its steep difficulty and precise inputs may challenge newcomers. The *Legacy Kollection* (2025) adds online multiplayer with rollback netcode. ## Game Features - Play as 12 characters (Liu Kang, Sub-Zero, Scorpion, Kitana, Mileena, Baraka, Reptile, others) - Fight across 9 stages with stage Fatalities; perform Fatalities, Babalities, Friendships - Use 5-button controls: high/low punch, high/low kick, block; expanded special moves - Battle bosses Kintaro and Shao Kahn; unlock secret fights (Jade, Smoke, Noob Saibot) - Engage in “Test Your Might” minigame; discover secrets like random Pong matches - Experience authentic arcade gameplay on our retro ROM platform or *Legacy Kollection* (2025) ## Play Mortal Kombat II Online Fight today! Our website, Classic Joy Games, lets you play *Mortal Kombat II* instantly with no downloads, optimized for modern browsers using arcade emulators. Alternatively, enjoy it on SNES, Genesis, *Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection* (PS3, Xbox 360, PC), or *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* (2025 on PC, Switch, PS4/5, Xbox). Physical copies are available on eBay/Amazon ($20-$60). For Genesis, use “A-B-A-C-A-B-B” for full gore; SNES has toned-down violence. Ideal for fans of retro ROMs and fighting classics! Note: Use MAME or RetroArch for emulation; arcade version recommended for fidelity, though SNES/Genesis ports are solid. Join players worldwide and enjoy *Mortal Kombat II* on Classic Joy Games. Start your fight now and deliver Fatalities to conquer Outworld and forge your legacy!