Mortal Kombat: The Best Rivalries Ahead of MK1

The fighting game genre has more than its fair share of archetypes and tropes, and one of its most common is character rivalries. Whether it’s a rivalry between a hero and villain, two students of the same teacher, a father and son, or two siblings, the vast majority of the best fighting games will sprinkle at least a handful of rivalries into the mix to not only justify the reason behind the game’s action, but also to keep players invested in that action. Of course, Mortal Kombat embraces this trope proudly, featuring various intricate rivalries between just about all of its roster.