Ever been so mad that you want to rip someone in half? How about ripping their skin off? Or Dismembering them in countless different ways? If you answered yes to any of these, I think you should be kept away from sharp objects; but you'll probably love Mortal Kombat while playing it in your padded cell.
Not just cashing in on Nostalgia, Mortal Kombat is a prime example of the fighting game genre done right. The combos are accessible to even the most un-coordinated gamers and you'll be quickly throwing your enemies around while snapping some spines. The X-ray moves are fantastic and never feel unbalanced as they can be blocked, depleting your rival's special bar – another fantastic addition to gameplay.
All the (good) characters are here, as is the campy dialogue and story, however it never takes itself too seriously and integrates the fights well. The cutscenes are unskippable which can be immensely frustrating as some are bordering on 5 minutes long.
If you've ever liked or thought you might like Mortal Kombat, this is the game for you. It's brutal, hilarious, fast and long. The 300 strong challenge tower combined with the long campaign and countless combinations of multiplayer matches will keep you entertained for a bloody long time. Great value, fantastic game.