Violence has always played an important role in Mortal Kombat games and this is once again the case in Mortal Kombat 1. There’s a ridiculous amount of blood and gore packed into the game, most of which can be found by triggering the game’s finishers. Between the game’s playable characters, there are 46 Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities in total, with each kombatant having access to two a piece right from the get-go.
Mortal Kombat 1: How to Perform Every Kameo Fatality (& What They Look Like)
Every Mortal Kombat 1 Kameo Fatality is a little different, as evidenced by the accompanying video which shows each of the finishers in action.
Strictly speaking, players are supposed to unlock the second one by leveling up, but they’ll actually be able to perform it without doing so if they know which buttons to press. The following guide contains button prompts and videos for every MK1 Fatality that can be performed by a playable character as well as links to more in-depth guides explaining how exactly to trigger each one. For those wondering, Kameo Fatalities will be covered in a separate guide.
Updated December 14, 2023, by Tom Bowen: Today marks the beginning of Season 3 of Invasions Mode, which brings with it both a new seasonal fatality and a fan-favorite kombatant for players to enjoy. As such, this list of every MK1 fatality has been updated to include both of Quan Chi’s fatalities and the new Winter Finisher, the latter of which can be found in the Seasonal Fatalities section down below. This guide also contains button inputs and video guides for all of the other Mortal Kombat 1 fatalities released so far, making it a great resource for fans of the game.
The videos featured in this guide contain graphic scenes that have been rated ‘Mature’ by the ESRB. Viewer discretion is advised.
How to Perform Every Mortal Kombat 1 Fatality (Quick Links)
Ashrah
How to Perform Ashrah’s First Fatality in MK1 (Heavenly Light)
How to Perform Ashrah’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Ashrah Fatalities (Video Guide)
Ashrah’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities revolve heavily around her Kriss, which glows when evil is nearby like something out of Lord of the Rings.
Baraka
How to Perform Baraka’s First Fatality in MK1 (Split Decision)
How to Perform Baraka’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Baraka Fatalities (Video Guide)
Baraka’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are as grotesque as his physical appearance, yet pulling them off in-game is actually surprisingly simple.
General Shao
How to Perform General Shao’s First Fatality in MK1 (Spin Cycle)
How to Perform General Shao’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All General Shao Fatalities (Video Guide)
He may have a new name, but it’s business as usual for this monster of a man, as shown by the brutality of General Shao’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities.
Geras
How to Perform Geras’ First Fatality in MK1 (Sand Storm)
How to Perform Geras’ Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Geras Fatalities (Video Guide)
Geras’ Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities revolve around time and sand, which seems fitting really given that he spends his time watching over the hourglass.
Havik
How to Perform Havik’s First Fatality in MK1 (Atomic Heart)
How to Perform Havik’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Havik Fatalities (Video Guide)
Havik’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are surprisingly tame given his over-the-top personality, but they’re still well worth checking out.
Johnny Cage
How to Perform Johnny Cage’s First Fatality in MK1 (Hollywood Walk of Pain)
How to Perform Johnny Cage’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Johnny Cage Fatalities (Video Guide)
Johnny Cage’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are pretty unique when compared to most of the others, as they focus more on using props than brute force.
Kenshi
How to Perform Kenshi’s First Fatality in MK1 (Blended)
How to Perform Kenshi’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Kenshi Fatalities (Video Guide)
Kenshi may not be able to see all of his MK1 Fatalities on account of him being blind, but everybody else can find videos of them right here.
Kitana
How to Perform Kitana’s First Fatality in MK1 (Royal Blender)
How to Perform Kitana’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Kitana Fatalities (Video Guide)
Those hoping to learn how to perform all of Kitana’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities should benefit from this comprehensive video guide.
Kung Lao
How to Kung Lao’s First Fatality in MK1 (Lao’d and Clear)
How to Perform Kung Lao’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Kung Lao Fatalities (Video Guide)
Kung Lao’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are far from the flashiest that the game has to offer, but they’re still pretty brutal when all’s said and done.
Li Mei
How to Perform Li Mei’s First Fatality in MK1 (Roman Candle)
How to Perform Li Mei’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Li Mei Fatalities (Video Guide)
Li Mei’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities revolve around fireworks and thus see the Outworlder exploding her enemies in bright and colorful displays.
Liu Kang
How to Perform Liu Kang’s First Fatality in MK1 (Double Dragon)
How to Perform Liu Kang’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Liu Kang Fatalities (Video Guide)
Liu Kang’s Mortal Kombat Fatalities are not only deadly, they’re also some of the most original finishers that the popular fighting game has to offer.
Mileena
How to Perform Mileena’s First Fatality in MK1 (Appetizer)
How to Perform Mileena’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Mileena Fatalities (Video Guide)
Mileena’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are delightfully brutal and relatively simple to learn, as evidenced by this MK1 Mileena Fatality guide.
Nitara
How to Perform Nitara’s First Fatality in MK1 (Vaeternus KomBAT)
How to Perform Nitara’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Nitara Fatalities (Video Guide)
Those hoping to perform all of Nitara’s Fatalities in Mortal Kombat 1 will need to learn which buttons to press and where exactly they need to stand.
Omni-Man
How to Perform Omni-Man’s First Fatality in MK1 (Trained Killer)
How to Perform Omni-Man’s Second Fatality in MK1 (Like Putty)
Mortal Kombat 1: All Omni-Man Fatalities (Video Guide)
Omni-Man is the first Kombatant to be released as part of Kombat Pack 1. This guide contains the button inputs for his fatalities and videos of them.
Quan Chi
How to Perform Quan Chi’s First Fatality in MK1 (Pentamagic Trick)
How to Perform Quan Chi’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Quan Chi Fatalities (Video Guide)
Those looking to learn the button inputs for Quan Chi’s second fatality or see both of his MK1 fatalities in action can do so right here.
Raiden
How to Perform Raiden’s First Fatality in MK1 (The Storm’s Arrival)
How to Perform Raiden’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Raiden Fatalities (Video Guide)
He may not be the God of Thunder anymore, but Raiden’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are just as electrifying as the ones in previous MK games.
Rain
How to Perform Rain’s First Fatality in MK1 (The Red Sea)
How to Perform Rain’s Second Fatality in MK1 (The Red Sea)
Mortal Kombat 1: All Rain Fatalities (Video Guide)
Rain’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities see the Edenian Prince using water to murder his enemies in some of the most brutal ways imaginable.
Reiko
How to Perform Reiko’s First Fatality in MK1 (The Impaler)
How to Perform Reiko’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Reiko Fatalities (Video Guide)
Reiko’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are about as brutal as they come, with each one leaving a pile of body parts and a pool of blood on the ground.
Reptile
How to Perform Reptile’s First Fatality in MK1 (Indigestion)
How to Perform Reptile’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Reptile Fatalities (Video Guide)
Reptile’s Fatalities in Mortal Kombat 1 are every bit as disgusting as one might expect, yet there’s something strangely satisfying about doing them.
Scorpion
How to Perform Scorpion’s First Fatality in MK1 (Eye-Palling Victory)
How to Perform Scorpion’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Scorpion Fatalities (Video Guide)
Those hoping to learn how to perform all of Scorpion’s Fatalities in Mortal Kombat 1 can do so here with button prompts for Switch, PS5, and Xbox.
Shang Tsung
How to Perform Shang Tsung’s First Fatality in MK1 (Side Effects)
How to Perform Shang Tsung’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Shang Tsung Fatalities (Video Guide)
Those hoping to learn how to perform all of Shang Tsung’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities may benefit from the button prompts and videos contained herein.
Sindel
How to Perform Sindel’s First Fatality in MK1 (Hair Comes Trouble)
How to Perform Sindel’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Sindel Fatalities (Video Guide)
Since turning to the dark side in the franchise’s previous instalment, Sindel’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are now far more brutal than ever before.
Smoke
How to Perform Smoke’s First Fatality in MK1 (Hazed and Infused)
How to Perform Smoke’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Smoke Fatalities (Video Guide)
Smoke’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities tie in really well with his background, with the ninja using stealth and shadows to brutally bring down his foes.
Sub-Zero
How to Perform Sub-Zero’s First Fatality in MK1 (Hairline Fracture)
How to Perform Sub-Zero’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Sub-Zero Fatalities (Video Guide)
Learning how to perform all of Sub-Zero’s Fatalities in Mortal Kombat 1 is relatively straightforward, particularly with the help of a video guide.
Tanya
How to Perform Tanya’s First Fatality in MK1 (Helping Hands)
How to Perform Tanya’s Second Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: All Tanya Fatalities (Video Guide)
Tanya’s Mortal Kombat 1 Fatalities are some of the game’s most brutal, but they’re also remarkably simple to perform. This guide will explain how.
Seasonal Fatalities
How to Perform the Happy Halloween Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: How to Perform the Happy Halloween Fatality (Video Guide)
The announcement of the Happy Halloween proved to be controversial among Mortal Kombat 1 players, but now that it’s here, is it worth the steep price?
How to Perform the Thanksgiving Finisher Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: How to Perform the Thanksgiving Fatality (Video Guide)
The Thanksgiving fatality is one of the grossest that Mortal Kombat 1 has to offer. These are the button inputs needed to pull it off.
How to Perform the Winter Fatality in MK1
Mortal Kombat 1: How to Perform the Winter Finisher (Christmas Fatality Video Guide)
For most people, winter is the season to be jolly. For the developers of Mortal Kombat 1, though, it’s an excuse to release another premium fatality.
Mortal Kombat 1
- Publisher(s)
- Warner Bros. Games
- Released
- September 19, 2023
