Prepare for a Flawless Victory for video game preservation as Digital Eclipse, the studio renowned for its meticulous work in restoring gaming classics, has teamed up with Warner Bros to announce Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection.
Set to launch in 2025 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch, this is poised to be the ultimate historical compilation of the franchise’s brutal and brilliant beginnings.
More Than a Kollection, It’s a Museum
This isn’t just another bundle of old games; it’s a comprehensive, interactive museum dedicated to one of the most influential series of all time, curated by the experts in digital restoration.
Digital Eclipse is aiming to do far more than just re-release these klassic titles. A centrepiece of the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is an interactive documentary chronicling the series’ groundbreaking history. This will include rare concept art, archival video, and exclusive interviews – both new and vintage – with original creators Ed Boon, John Tobias, Dan Forden, and John Vogel, among many others.
The goal is to provide crucial context to the games, telling the compelling origin story of how a small team created a cultural phenomenon that forever changed the industry.
“Mortal Kombat irrevocably altered the cultural landscape of video games. It was audacious, shocking, and unflinching. It marked a seismic shift in interactive entertainment, pulling the industry into a more provocative, mature direction that continues to influence game design and cultural discourse over three decades later,” said Mike Mika, Studio Head at Digital Eclipse. “With Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, we set out not just to preserve its legacy, but to contextualize it – inviting players to experience its origins, trace its evolution, and appreciate the bold vision that transformed it into a global icon. For us, this project is both tribute and testament.”
The Definitive Roster of Klassics
The sheer breadth of this collection is staggering. Digital Eclipse is bringing together a vast library of Mortal Kombat titles from the franchise’s arcade, console, and handheld eras.
A major highlight for fighting game fans will be the addition of online support with rollback netcode for many of the arcade and console editions, ensuring a smooth and responsive online multiplayer experience.
The currently announced games in the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection include:
- Mortal Kombat – 1992 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, Game Gear)
- Mortal Kombat II – 1993 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis, Game Boy, 32X)
- Mortal Kombat 3 – 1995 (Arcade, SNES, Genesis)
- Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 – 1995 (Arcade, SNES)
- Mortal Kombat 4 – 1997 (Arcade)
- Mortal Kombat Advance – 2001 (Game Boy Advance)
- Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance – 2002 (Game Boy Advance)
- Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition – 2003 (Game Boy Advance)
And in a tantalising tease, Digital Eclipse has confirmed there are even more games to come!
Modern Enhancements, Klassic Brutality
Alongside the historical documentary, the collection will also provide in-depth guides to the lore and conflicts of the Elder Gods, Outworld, Edenia, and Earthrealm throughout the arcade era, complete with helpful character backstories.
Each title in the kollection will also be enhanced with a variety of optional quality-of-life features. While the specifics will be detailed closer to launch, players can expect modern conveniences that make these classics more accessible than ever without compromising their original challenge and charm.
The Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is shaping up to be an essential purchase for both long-time fans and anyone curious about the origins of a true gaming icon. Prepare yourself for a Test of Might, later in 2025.
