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Mortal Kombat 1 released in early access last week across Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Since then, several users have uploaded footage and screenshots showcasing the Switch version of the game - and the results aren't great.

In fact, the version available on Nintendo's hybrid console has been widely panned, with many wondering how the developer can ask the same price on Switch as on other platforms.

Fans have taken to the likes of X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok to question NetherRealm's decision to market Mortal Kombat 1 as a $70 Switch release. It has been called "robbery" and "disrespectful" to users.

Others have noticed glitches on their Switch versions of the game.

"Both of these are $70?!?!?$? Awwww hell no," one X user said, sharing a side-by-side comparison of Li Mei. "If I was playing Mortal Kombat 1 on Switch I'd ask for a refund in a heartbeat."

Digital Foundry is also planning to take a closer look at all versions of Mortal Kombat 1, so be sure to keep an eye out for their thoughts on the site soon.

$70 Mortal Kombat 1 Switch version called "robbery" by fans flagging graphical issues

Mortal Kombat 1's graphics on Nintendo's hybrid console have been widely panned, with many wondering how the developer can ask for $70 for this version.

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[cireza]

Thank you Unreal Engine.

 

[Zheph]

Damn I am actually surprise it holds that well

 

[Robb]

If it’s actually $70 they’re not wrong.

 

[SEGA_2012]

You can't expect quality from NRS. They are one of the worst studios of the industry.

 

[acm2000]

looks impressive for Switch, but since when does price relate to graphics?

 

[ThaMonkeyClaw]

Lol, I thought someone was photoshopping googly eyes onto the characters as a joke, but seeing that those are actually the game is hilarious!

 

[Black_Stride]

You can't expect quality from NRS. They are one of the worst studios of the industry.

Missing a /s

???

 

[Bernardougf]

Specs dosent matter

 

[Kikorin]

Lol people forgot how MK version were on Gameboy. My first fighting game on handled has been Killer Instinct for Game Boy, as a kid I loved it and had a blast, but now I know it was shit.

Probably someone will enjoy this on Switch as well.

 

[Reizo Ryuu]

It's actually pretty wild these costs the same even though the experience is wildly different; an inferior product should cost less.

 

[Skifi28]

looks impressive for Switch

Not really though, Switch can and has done so much better.

 

[abstract alien]

Eh, it's bad, but it's not robbery if you don't have to buy it.

 

[rodrigolfp]

Switch version = big robbery
PS/XB version little robbery.

 

[adamsapple]

 

[cireza]

My first fighting game on handled has been Killer Instinct for Game Boy

It was actually super impressive and played well. Could have started far worse ! My first fighting game was MKII on Master System and I loved every minute.

 

[cireza]

To the left the middle finger is definitely targeting the opponent, to the right it feels like it is targeting the player.

 

[Itchy Tickles]

What did they expect on hardware that was old on the day it launched? Why the hell are they comparing ps5 graphics to a Switch? Idiots.
Switch fanboys being used to ports of games that are so bad (for anyone that's not just using a Switch and hasn't seen any videos of the game) but they think "wow Witcher on the Switch!!!"

Even Nintendos own games looks blurry and stanky for the most part, yes even Zelda at $70. Low unstable framerates, washed out graphics, no AA, view distance of a dead grandparent with super cataracts etc.
Wasn't that long ago Pokemon was being yelled at, but it was a Nintendo made game, so the anger died down and they bought the next remake.

 

[justiceiro]

LMAO, this is great. I love how much entertainment switch provides even without needing to buy one.

 

[Boss Mog]

Switch users should be used to it. i mean the Switch itself is robbery as you're spending a huge amount on what amounts to a nearly decade old phone chip with other cheap components.

 

[Mephisto40]

It also drops to about 10fps or less during the fatalities

Oh and this is what happens when you uppercut somebodies head off

Even the pre rendered videos drop frames

 

[ReBurn]

Nobody has to buy it.

 

[mcjmetroid]

It doesn't look... that bad? Not in motion but yes I think a patch or two could fix the close up images.

How many times does this need to be explained. The Switch is a 7 year old handheld trying to run a game clearly made for the PS5 etc.
Let's also not forget the fact that this game has to run in 60FPS so it cannot do the shortcut of halving the frames other games do with Switch ports and it's an improvement over 11 in image quality.
This game could look a lot better in 30FPS on switch but..... who wants a 30fs fighting game?

They made the right call and I've seen enough proper videos that suggest this is a very decent day and date port.

The price itself is a different debatable argument but it seems like me like you're getting the exact same content with the added benefit of being able to play it portable.

 

[Del_X]

Weak hardware produces weak results, animation takes CPU cycles and storages, cows moo.

 

[Unknown?]

That doesn't actually look that bad though... Maybe gameplay is much worse?

 

[adamsapple]

That doesn't actually look that bad though... Maybe gameplay is much worse?

It's more than worse, it's much more unpolished than the other versions.

 

[diffusionx]

What did people expect? It's a damn Switch.

 

[Represent.]

Anyone who buys a switch is of the belief that “graphics don’t matter”.

So yes, charge their asses full price and give them the fisher price version of every game.

No issue with this for me. That’s business.

This is the hardware Nintendo provided them, that’s not their fault. They shouldn’t have to discount their price because of Nintendos lack of giving a shit about graphics

 

[tusharngf]

It looks like 6th gen game on switch. Better wait for the sale if you are buying on switch.

 

[Jinzo Prime]

It's more than worse, it's much more unpolished than the other versions.

I have never seen that in a fighting game before! That's impressively broken!

 

[ByWatterson]

I mean it still cost the same amount to develop, overall.

This is Nintendo's fault for driving very, very outdated hardware into the ground.

 

[sloppyjoe_gamer]

You can't expect quality from NRS. They are one of the worst studios of the industry.

Shit take Monday?

NRS didn't do the Switch port. Given the importance of this series, they really should have done ALL the versions.

 

[StereoVsn]

It also drops to about 10fps or less during the fatalities

Oh and this is what happens when you uppercut somebodies head off

Even the pre rendered videos drop frames

It's a creative decision! Slow-mo to enjoy the fatality and ponder on meaning of life or lack thereof.

Edit: Also, not sure what people expected. It's a Switch and a port from a graphically demanding game. Should always wait for reviews beofre purchasing. Caveat Emptor and all of that jazz.

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

You sure that's not Starfield?
If we are going to start pricing games based on graphics, there's lots of robbery these days . . .

 

[Trunx81]

Is there a ranking somewhere how much a game may cost, depending on it´s graphics?
Looks ok, $30
Runs great, but graphics are meh, $40
Amazing gameplay, no RT and 60fps, $5

 

[Roman Empire]

It's not like we didn't expect to be broken. This game shouldn't have been ported to the Switch. But then DOOM and Alien Isolation prove me wrong.

Still, no one buys a switch expecting to play big triple-A 3rd titles. It doesn't excuse this joke of a port, but you shouldn't have high expectations to begin with when buying it.

 

[lughnasadh123]

Weird as hell not to make some ultimate edition for the next gen Switch instead of this. Can't imagine enough defendos actually buying this day one on the current platform looking that bad who wouldn't have waited for an improvement.

 

[Kusarigama]

The fact that there is a switch version available for people who have just one system is a good thing. People should be raising their voices on more pressing video games matter instead of this.

 

[VolticArchangel]

It's a shame that it's done by the same studio that did MK11, Shiver Entertainment, which was and still is one of the best modern day downports to the Switch.

 

[RoadHazard]

Are these completely separate versions? Some of those Switch screenshots don't look like the same game at lower visual settings, the models look completely different.

 

[Fake]

 

[ResilientBanana]

This is why major developers skip the switch. Would people be happier if the game was $50?

 

[BbMajor7th]

Mortal Kombat 1 'At Home' Edition.

 

[The Alien]

I don't think it's horrible. Sure it's kinda silly, but that's the power right now fir the Switch.

Want an option to play the new MM in Switch? Here it is.
Don't like the graphics, buy it on another platform.

 

[ResurrectedContrarian]

No one buys a Switch for Mortal Kombat, this looks like a low effort grab at just a few sales.

Wasn't that long ago Pokemon was being yelled at, but it was a Nintendo made game, so the anger died down and they bought the next remake.

GameFreak, not Nintendo--and believe me, even Nintendo fans who are into Pokemon know that GameFreak is one of those devs you buy from for the IP while fully knowing that you'll get a janky mess. Even if you download their PC adaptation of the card game (TCG Live) it's borderline broken, crashes constantly, barely works on any platform. GameFreak quite literally can't make a competent game on any hardware, sadly.

 

[Guerilla Munch]

To the left the middle finger is definitely targeting the opponent, to the right it feels like it is targeting the player.

 

[Toots]

Toots 2023 Hot take tour next stop is now !
Hot take :
Switch is the better version because the autistic flair of someone dissing you like that without any emotion on his face burns ten times harder

 

[willothedog]

Switch users should be used to it. i mean the Switch itself is robbery as you're spending a huge amount on what amounts to a nearly decade old phone chip with other cheap components.

Was the X1 in any phones?

 

[rodrigolfp]

Is there a ranking somewhere how much a game may cost, depending on it´s graphics?
Looks ok, $30
Runs great, but graphics are meh, $40
Amazing gameplay, no RT and 60fps, $5

Something like this should exist. Why should I pay the same for a version with worse "everything"?

 

[manfestival]

I like the aesthetic of the switch version more. May have to buy a switch just for this one game