Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Expands Lineup for Nintendo Switch with Classic Spin-Offs and Arcade Hits

Atari and developer Digital Eclipse have elevated excitement for fighting game fans with major updates to the highly anticipated Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, officially slated for a 2025 release on Nintendo Switch.

Announced via a featured trailer during Gamescom 2025, the collection is shaping up to be an essential addition for series enthusiasts and retro gaming aficionados alike. Expanding on the franchise's renowned legacy, the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection will now include two iconic spin-off titles: Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero and Mortal Kombat: Special Forces.

Originally released on home consoles in the late 1990s, these games explored the lore of key Mortal Kombat characters through action-adventure gameplay, branching out from the traditional fighting game mechanics.

Their inclusion represents a comprehensive approach by Atari and Digital Eclipse to curate a definitive anthology of Mortal Kombat's early history for the Nintendo Switch. A significant highlight from the Gamescom 2025 showcase is the addition of the WaveNet arcade version of Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3.

Famed among arcade enthusiasts for its networked multiplayer functionality—a technical marvel of its era—the WaveNet edition’s arrival in the collection ensures players can experience this rare version on modern hardware.

Digital Eclipse, known for its expertise in restoring classic games with faithful emulation and modern enhancements, has reiterated their commitment to authenticity and feature-rich presentation for the upcoming release. Beyond the games themselves, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is set to deliver a robust suite of bonus content.

The trailer emphasized several features, including an interactive documentary chronicling the franchise’s impact on the fighting game genre and pop culture, a fatality trainer to help new and veteran players master each character’s signature moves, as well as a variety of multiplayer options designed to take full advantage of the Nintendo Switch’s local and online capabilities. With a launch window targeted for 2025, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is poised to become a standout in the Switch game library, honoring the rich history of one of the most influential fighting franchises in gaming.

As Atari’s representative described in the presentation, this release aims to bring together both classic and rare Mortal Kombat experiences for fans both old and new, complete with enhancements that embrace modern expectations without compromising the iconic arcade spirit. Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection will be available through retail and the Nintendo eShop upon release for Nintendo Switch, giving a new generation of players access to the franchise’s formative chapters and cultural milestones.

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