Mortal Kombat II, the revered fighting game classic, is set to receive a fanmade Atari Jaguar port from solo developer TRU FUN Games.
This ambitious project aims to bring the iconic title to an audience of retro gaming enthusiasts and preserve the legacy of both the Mortal Kombat franchise and Atari's last cartridge-based console. The original Mortal Kombat II, developed by Midway Games, first hit arcades in 1993, quickly earning recognition as one of the most influential fighting games of its era.
While the sequel was ported to numerous platforms—including the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Nintendo, Nintendo Game Boy, and Sega Game Gear—it never found its way to the Atari Jaguar, echoing the absence of its predecessor on the system during its commercial lifespan in the 1990s. In a recent update via YouTube, TRU FUN Games has confirmed work has officially started on an unofficial port of Mortal Kombat II for the Atari Jaguar.
The announcement was made in the developer’s video titled 'Mortal Kombat II Teaser Trailer,' where they detailed early progress and shared their intention to deliver a version of the classic fighter for dedicated Atari fans.
Notably, this revival project is being undertaken by a single developer, exemplifying the enduring passion and dedication within the retro gaming community. The video highlights that the project is in its infancy and sets a tentative release window for 2028.
Although the port is still a long way from completion, TRU FUN Games showcased several simulated screenshots to provide fans with a glimpse of the vision for how Mortal Kombat II might appear on the Jaguar’s hardware.
These teasers give the community an early look at the anticipated adaptation of arcade graphics for the unique technical constraints and styling of the classic console. Fans who have followed TRU FUN Games’ work will recall that the developer previously released a beta version of the original Mortal Kombat port for Jaguar in December 2025, made available exclusively to Patreon supporters.
That beta included full single player ladder content such as endurance matches, bosses Goro and Shang Tsung, a two-player mode, and an exclusive TEST YOUR MIGHT mini-game, demonstrating the developer’s commitment to authenticity and gameplay fidelity. This fanmade Mortal Kombat II port continues to capitalize on the growing fascination with revitalizing classic titles for dormant platforms like the Atari Jaguar.
The Jaguar’s small but devoted base of enthusiasts is poised to benefit from this modern development effort, ensuring that iconic entries in the fighting genre are accessible and playable well beyond their original lifespans. For more news on retro game developments, new Atari Jaguar releases, and updates on TRU FUN Games' progress, keep an eye on upcoming announcements through the developer's YouTube channel and the wider fan community.
This ambitious project aims to bring the iconic title to an audience of retro gaming enthusiasts and preserve the legacy of both the Mortal Kombat franchise and Atari's last cartridge-based console. The original Mortal Kombat II, developed by Midway Games, first hit arcades in 1993, quickly earning recognition as one of the most influential fighting games of its era.
While the sequel was ported to numerous platforms—including the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Super Nintendo, Nintendo Game Boy, and Sega Game Gear—it never found its way to the Atari Jaguar, echoing the absence of its predecessor on the system during its commercial lifespan in the 1990s. In a recent update via YouTube, TRU FUN Games has confirmed work has officially started on an unofficial port of Mortal Kombat II for the Atari Jaguar.
The announcement was made in the developer’s video titled 'Mortal Kombat II Teaser Trailer,' where they detailed early progress and shared their intention to deliver a version of the classic fighter for dedicated Atari fans.
Notably, this revival project is being undertaken by a single developer, exemplifying the enduring passion and dedication within the retro gaming community. The video highlights that the project is in its infancy and sets a tentative release window for 2028.
Although the port is still a long way from completion, TRU FUN Games showcased several simulated screenshots to provide fans with a glimpse of the vision for how Mortal Kombat II might appear on the Jaguar’s hardware.
These teasers give the community an early look at the anticipated adaptation of arcade graphics for the unique technical constraints and styling of the classic console. Fans who have followed TRU FUN Games’ work will recall that the developer previously released a beta version of the original Mortal Kombat port for Jaguar in December 2025, made available exclusively to Patreon supporters.
That beta included full single player ladder content such as endurance matches, bosses Goro and Shang Tsung, a two-player mode, and an exclusive TEST YOUR MIGHT mini-game, demonstrating the developer’s commitment to authenticity and gameplay fidelity. This fanmade Mortal Kombat II port continues to capitalize on the growing fascination with revitalizing classic titles for dormant platforms like the Atari Jaguar.
The Jaguar’s small but devoted base of enthusiasts is poised to benefit from this modern development effort, ensuring that iconic entries in the fighting genre are accessible and playable well beyond their original lifespans. For more news on retro game developments, new Atari Jaguar releases, and updates on TRU FUN Games' progress, keep an eye on upcoming announcements through the developer's YouTube channel and the wider fan community.
