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Mortal Kombat Trilogy

Review · Arcade · Nintendo 64 · SEGA Saturn · PlayStation

Mortal Kombat Trilogy

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 28 May 2026

Nintendo 64 · SEGA Saturn · PlayStation · PC

Midway Games · 1996

LumiScore

53/100

Good

Growth (BDS)

39

Risk (RIS)

16

Daily limit

90min

Age guidance

—

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.46
B2Social-emotional
0.03
B3Motor
0.75

Mortal Kombat Trilogy can enhance hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and reaction time due to its fast-paced, precise combat mechanics. Players also engage in strategic and critical thinking to learn character moves, develop combos, and adapt to opponent fighting styles.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.17
R2Monetization
0.04
R3Social risk
0.28

The game features extreme graphic violence, including brutal fatalities and stage deaths, which may be disturbing for some players. Its highly competitive nature can also foster competitive toxicity and social comparison, potentially impacting emotional well-being.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~1 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Mortal Kombat Trilogy safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Mortal Kombat Trilogy a LumiScore of 53/100. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

How long should kids play Mortal Kombat Trilogy?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Mortal Kombat Trilogy is Up to 90 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Mortal Kombat Trilogy?

The game features extreme graphic violence, including brutal fatalities and stage deaths, which may be disturbing for some players. Its highly competitive nature can also foster competitive toxicity and social comparison, potentially impacting emotional well-being.