File:Mortal Kombat.png

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Fair Use Rationale for Mortal Kombat (1992 video game)[edit]

1. Depicts the subject discussed in article.
2. The image is not intended to hinder the copyright holders' ability to market and sell its games.
3. Illustrates the unique graphic style of the game, specifically being an early example of digitizing live actors into sprites.
4. It is of low resolution.
5. The photo is only being used for informational purposes.

Copyright in game shown held by Midway

Fair Use Rationale for 1992 in video gaming[edit]

1. Depicts the subject discussed in article.
2. The image is not intended to hinder the copyright holders' ability to market and sell its games.
3. Illustrative image of a popular and influential game title released in this year.
4. It is of low resolution.
5. The photo is only being used for informational purposes.

• Copyright in game shown held by Midway