Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance is the fifth main installment in the legendary Mortal Kombat series and marks a significant evolution in the franchise. It was the first Mortal Kombat title to be developed exclusively for home consoles, skipping the arcade entirely — a major shift for the series. This game revitalized the series with a brand-new 3D fighting engine, deeper combat mechanics, a darker story, and high-quality presentation.

It introduced several new characters, fighting styles, and features, while staying true to the series’ brutal and violent roots, including the iconic Fatalities.