Mortal Kombat is a testament to the fighting game genre. With the launch of Mortal Kombat 11, the franchise sets people forward in a time-bending adventure that will test the skills of even the mightiest warriors. Become a protector of Earthrealm and fight formidable opponents in a battle to save all of existence.
With 4k dynamic resolution, Mortal Kombat 11 offers people enhanced visuals and a thrilling combat system. The roster consists of 37 fighters that include fan favorites and pop-culture icons. These characters have their own unique abilities and move lists that can make them unstoppable in battle. People new to the fighting game can start with these characters in Mortal Kombat 11.
Updated June 4, 2023 by Chetan Shekar: Players can choose a wide variety of fighters in Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate to claim their place as a master of punishment. With just a few days remaining before the release of Mortal Kombat 1 to gaming platforms, people are grabbing Mortal Kombat 11 to practice their moves with their friends. Here’s a closer look at the best characters in Mortal Kombat 11 for beginners.
21 Spawn
Spawn is among the latest characters to be included in Mortal Kombat 11. He was added as part of the Kombat Pact DLC. Spawn wields a Battle Axe, Mace, and Machine Guns as his primary weapons in the fighting game. He has a dark complexion with white markings across his body.
The cape worn by Spawn has magical abilities that help him fight the most fearsome fighters on any ground. He can use his cape to attack enemies from a distance to retain a large portion of his health during battles. People can destroy their enemies using his moves like the Necro Blast, Unholy Veil, and Fatal Phantasm.
20 Cetrion
Cetrion is a raging warrior looking to bring balance to the Earthrealm. The Elder Goddess of Virtue seeks to use her skills to make fighters submit to her will in Mortal Kombat 11. Her abilities are comparable to Shinnok, as she uses her range of attacks to deliver killing blows to her opponents.
She has long green hair that resembles plants from an exotic jungle. Cetrion is covered in crystals that make her shine in battles. She can raise boulders from the earth that Cetrion can hurl at her enemies to deal damage to them. Moves like Bouncing Boulder and Boulder Bash can be used to trample fighters in Mortal Kombat 11.
19 Terminator T-800
The Terminator T-800 is a killing machine in the fighting game. His appearance helps him give people a feeling of dominance in the Netherrealm. Terminator T-800 is also available as a playable character in Mortal Kombat Mobile.
Fans of the Terminator franchise will be delighted to fight as the Terminator T-800 to whip their enemies into defeat. The cyborg assassin can choke his enemies by their throats and lift them high up into the air to slam them for bonus damage. Terminator T-800 can toss his opponents across the stage by using Death Grip to finish off his enemies.
18 Cassie Cage
Cassie Cage is the daughter of Johnny Cage and Sonya Blade. Her fighting moves can drill her enemies to make them bleed in each round. She serves the Special Forces in a bid to reclaim the Earthrealm from evil forces in the game. Cassie Cage can use Hand Guns and Tasers to mutilate her enemies.
She is known for her wit and can strike at speeds that can baffle her opponents in Mortal Kombat 11. Her kicks can glow during her battles as she drains the health of her enemies with each hit. Cassie Cage can perform the Nut Kracker move, which makes her an unforgettable pick for beginners.
17 Frost
Frost can use ice attacks to freeze her enemies and deliver bone-chilling combos to break the spirit of her opponents. She is a part of the Lin Kuei clan, which includes Sub-Zero, Sektor, and Smoke. Her mouth is covered in metal, allowing Frost to focus her attacks to weaken her enemies in battles.
She can hurl daggers made of ice to stop her opponents from executing moves that can harm her. Frost can use the Tong Bei and Yuan Yang fighting styles to massacre her enemies. Many people consider Frost an apprentice of the legendary Sub-Zero in the game.
16 Kung Lao
Kung Lao made his first appearance in the Mortal Kombat franchise in Mortal Kombat II. He is a human who can squish enemies with his attacks. Kung Lao trains in various fighting styles that can be used to launch death-defying moves to mitigate his opponents in seconds after starting a match in Mortal Kombat 11.
He can detach his hat which becomes a weapon in his hands to strike his enemies from afar. Beginners can try using the Whirlwind Kick to smash enemies multiple times in their matches. Kung Lao can also perform the Ground Soul Burst at different distances from his enemy to deal damage.
15 Liu Kang
Liu Kang is a Grand Champion of the Mortal Kombat tournament. He made his debut in the original Mortal Kombat arcade game and has been a dominant character throughout the series. Liu Kang uses Nunchaku as his primary weapon to smash the bones of his enemies in combat.
Jeet Kune Do and Dragon are the frequent fighting styles used by Liu Kang in Mortal Komat 11. The Flying Kick, Double Dragon Kick, and Dragon Fire are his signature moves in the game. He often taunts his opponents with a Shaolin Stance.
14 Kitana
Kitana is a graceful warrior who is over 10,000 years old. The unmatched beauty of Kitana is strengthened by her fearless fighting prowess. She uses Steel Fans to rip her enemies apart and unleashes combos that can subdue the strongest combatants.
As one of the rulers of Outworld, Kitana has a stern personality and a humble heart. A Royal Welcome, Noble Assault, and Fan Toss are a few of her special moves. The Royal Execution is her fatality that is easy to perform, even for beginners of Mortal Kombat 11.
13 Baraka
Baraka is a general of the Tarkatan Horde and has served Shao Kahn for years. He made his first appearance in Mortal Kombat 2, a game that was released in 1993. Baraka uses several weapons, such as the Tarkatan Blades and War Banner to defeat his enemies with brutal force.
The brawler closes in on his opponents with a burst of quick strikes and violent attacks. Spine Burst, Gutted, and War Banner Bash can take down opponents without giving them a chance to retaliate. Newcomers will enjoy his thirst for blood in the game.
12 Kabal
Kabal is a ruthless fighter and a member of the Black Dragon clan. He made his debut in Mortal Kombat 3 as an antagonist who wanted to climb his way to the top of the Black Dragon clan.
He slashes his enemies with Hookswords and Sawblades. Most of his attacks deal lethal damage to opponents and are executed with superhuman speed. Raging Flash, Plasma Blast, and Tornado Slam are some of his most destructive attacks. Tornado Slam is a particularly effective move that players use to grab their opponents to break their armor and slam them onto the ground.
11 Sonya Blade
Sonya Blade is the first female character introduced to the Mortal Kombat series. She commands the Special Forces unit and has trained several fighters to defend Earthrealm. Sonya Blade uses her Energy Bracelets and Grenades, among other weapons, to deliver death to her opponents in battle.
Leg Grab, Face Planter, and Krushing Kounters are a few of her well-known moves from Mortal Kombat 11. She uses Frag Grenades and Stun Grenades to get the better of her enemies. She can also summon turrets to attack her enemies from a distance.
10 Rain
As the son of Argus, Rain is a Demi-God that resides in the Outworld. He hails from the land of Edenia and appears in many games from the Mortal Kombat series including Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat: Unchained, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon, and Mortal Kombat 10.
Rain uses the element of water to decimate opponents in battle. Beginners can start their attack with Let’s Get Krazy to punch enemies in the face and hit them with 2 kicks to their upper body. Follow it up with Dead Tsunami to slash them with a blade and land 2 more hits. End the combo with Argus Plunge to transform into a kinetic ball of water that carries the players to the corner. Players can easily get a 10-hit combo with these moves with Rain.
9 Fujin
Fujin is the God of Wind and a Protector of the Earthrealm. He uses a Plasma Crossbow and the Kusanagi no Tsurugi as his weapons in the game. Fujin made his first appearance in the series Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero. Since then, he has been a recurrent character in the series and has appeared in Mortal Kombat 4, Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe, and Mortal Kombat Mobile.
Get the first hit using Howling Winds to slash opponents up to 3 times in a row. People can use Warped Needle to pierce their opponent further with 2-3 more hits. Quickly use Sky Wakka to jump above the opponent and run them over. Use these moves consistently to wear down opponents in battle.
8 Erron Black
Erron Black is a gun-slinging human from Earthrealm. He serves as the ruler of the Outworld and has an arsenal of weapons at his disposal to shoot enemies at close-range. Erron Black was introduced into the series in Mortal Kombat 10. He is originally from Texas and has loads of Old West charm to add to his personality.
Players can use several special moves at close and mid-range to devastate opponents in battle. Switch between hand-to-hand combat and guns to baffle enemies in fights. On The Shoot is an amazing move that gives players a chance to land 4 to 6 punches without being hit. After striking opponents with a bunch of punches and kicks, grab them with Cattle Toss to throw them to the ground. Erron Black will empty his gun’s magazine and place an explosive to add insult to injury.
7 Raiden
Raiden is among the most-played characters in the Mortal Kombat franchise. He is the God of Thunder and resides in the Earthrealm as its guardian. The God of Thunder made his debut in the original Mortal Kombat game and has made an appearance in various titles from the series including Mortal Kombat 2, Mortal Kombat 4, and Mortal Kombat 10.
As one of the fastest characters on the roster, Raiden can dominate the battle with his moves and abilities. Start the match with a few Flick Kicks to build momentum. People can use Immortal Strikes to attack enemies with kicks and punches. Storm Cell is another ability that can paralyze opponents in battle. Electric Fly can be used on the ground and in mid-air to gain an advantage in fights.
6 Sub-Zero
Sub-Zero is the grandmaster of his assassin clan, the Lin Kuei in the Mortal Kombat series. He uses a number of tactical weapons to disable his opponents in the game including the Kori Blade and Ice Daggers. Sub-Zero made his earliest appearance in Mortal Kombat 2 and has been a playable character in many titles in the franchise.
People new to playing Sub-Zero can begin their attacks with a Cold Boot. Sub-Zero will jump across to the opponent and kick them on their head with the Cold Boot. Unleash a barrage of punches and kicks with Frozen Over to increase the combo count.
5 Scorpion
Scorpion is among the most popular characters in the Mortal Kombat series. As a memorable mascot of the franchise, Scorpion has appeared in every generation of Mortal Kombat games since its launch in the original arcade game. He wields various ninja weapons to support his battles including the Kunai, Mugai Ryu, and Tanto.
People can use a wide range of on-ground attacks to overwhelm their opponents in battle. Torment will punch and kick opponents and reach behind them in an instant to deal more damage. Catch them off guard and continue with the combo using Inner Demon to get 3 more hits. Smash enemies with a well-timed Step Kick and a Spear to pull them closer to finish them off.
4 Jax Briggs
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Jax Briggs is a cyber soldier and leader of the Special Forces unit in the Mortal Kombat series. He made his debut in Mortal Kombat 2 and has been a part of many titles in the series including Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat Advance, and Mortal Kombat: Armageddon. Thumper and Shotgun are a few of the weapons Jax uses to gain an advantage in combat.
Attacks from Jax are hard to dodge and can be lethal to opponents in a fight. Beat down opponents with Quick Drill to weaken their resistance. Use Standing Strong to throw enemies on the ground and smash them with punches. People can raise their enemies above the ground with the Gotcha Grab and punch them in the gut for increased damage.
3 Kano
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Kano is a delinquent and the leader of the Black Dragon clan in the Mortal Kombat series. He is a wanted criminal and a notorious enemy of the Special Forces. Kano was part of the original roster of playable characters from the original Mortal Kombat arcade game. Mortal Kombat Trilogy, Mortal Kombat Advance, and Mortal Kombat 10 are a few of the games he has appeared in.
Get the first hit with Cheeky Swipes to slash enemies up to 3 times. Use Cut Snake to add a few more slashes to Kano’s hits. People can roll toward the enemy with the Black Dragon Ball. Kano can slam his opponents to the ground for devastating damage with the Lumbar Check.
2 Shang Tsung
Shang Tsung is a celebrated antagonist of the Mortal Kombat series. He is a soul-stealing sorcerer and the host of the traditional Mortal Kombat tournament. The sorcerer made his debut as a non-playable final boss in the original Mortal Kombat arcade game. Mortal Kombat 2, Mortal Kombat: Tournament Edition, and Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks are a few of the games he has appeared in.
Force Lift is an excellent move to start a match. Shang Tsung will raise opponents off their feet and slam them to the ground. Use amplify with the Force Lift to increase the slam counts. Engage opponents with a Throat Kick to move closer to them and execute a Death Walker to punch them for additional hits