Talk:Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe

MK vs DC aliases
Before this escalates into an edit war the aliases, "(also known as MK vs. DCU, MK vs. DC, Mortal Kombat vs DC, or simply Mortal Kombat 8)", I can assure you that i've seen in interviews/reviews that all of these nicknames have been used at one time or another. However, my assurances mean nothing in wikipedia. I will be searching for references to support my claim. However, Rome wasn't built in a day so this may take a bit of time. But not a span of weeks, merely days, or until my schedule clears up. Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 23:23, 18 November 2009 (UTC)

Although many games do not state their many Aliases in their titles, like Street Fighter Alpha 3 does not have SFA3 and SFZ3 as well as their abbreviations in Japanese, MK vs DC is an exception. This game has been denoted by many titles prior to its release as well as after its release however as a Wikipedia, it is not WP:IINFO(see number 3). The MK8 numbering is nessecary for the Mortal Kombat articles for encyclopediac reference, just as to help guide readers which installments are considered part of the main line. The "Mortal Kombat vs. DC", I can level with you there, it does seem out of place in the intro. paragraph. MK vs DC, however is probably the most commonly used abbreviation so for familiarity reasons, that should be kept. Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 02:31, 6 February 2010 (UTC)


 * Mortal Kombat 8 is taken out of context. The title had not been specified for the game when the article was printed.  If you want to mention it's the eighth title, fine, but the game is not known by Mortal Kombat 8 -- that's just what the creator wrote because the game didn't have a title.  Merely mentioning it's #8 in the series is fine, trying to say that's what the game is called is not.  MK vs. DCU and MK vs. DC are simply re-hashes of the same name, with one having the "U" for "Universe".  One or the other makes sense, but when going with the common name I'd go with MK vs. DC since that's likely what folks would abbreviate it as.  In the end it's not a question of whether it was ever called a specific name, it's whether that name is even worth mentioning.  Has there been significant coverage under a given nickname?  If not it doesn't satisfy criteria for inclusion.  I understand if you disagree, but if you do maybe we should take this to Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Video games and get more opinions. --Teancum (talk) 16:55, 22 February 2010 (UTC)


 * I can agree with the removal of Mortal Kombat 8, however, the MK vs DCU and MK vs DC thing has me thinking. The most common occurance is MK vs DC, but the actual abbreviation of the game is MK vs DCU. Which one is taken in preference over the other? Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 02:37, 23 February 2010 (UTC)


 * Sorry for the late reply. I would say take the more popular abbreviation, as that is what it would be known by.  See WP:COMMONNAME.  In that case I'll remove MK vs DCU.  Feel free to revert it and discuss this more if you don't agree with the edit. --Teancum (talk) 15:46, 1 March 2010 (UTC)


 * Well, it's fine for now but I've been seeing in magazines like GamePro and Tips and Tricks using the other abbreviation but for convenience, we'll leave it this way simply because it's more recognizable. Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 19:00, 3 March 2010 (UTC)

Endings
There are different endings depending on who the player completes the game as either character from any universe seen below. They are usually shown when a player defeats Dark Khan. We need to find a way to let the visitors to this page know that. Rtkat3 (talk) 12:29, 9 April 2010 (UTC)

DC Universe Endings
 * Batman: Batman creates the OMACs (short for Outerworld Monitor and Auto Containment) as a way to defend New Earth from multiverse invaders. OMAC has already detected a breach in Metropolis.
 * Captain Marvel: In order to regain control of his power, Captain Marvel was guided by Shazam through a focusing ritual. At it's apex, Captain Marvel unexpectedly visited a strange etherial world finding himself face to face with godlike beings calling themselves the "Elder Gods." Now able to tap into these gods' powers, Captain Marvel has new abilities he is only just beginning to master.
 * Catwoman: The infusion of magic during the travel to different universes gave Catwoman the ability to change at will into a Black Panther with increased strength and agility.
 * Darkseid: While imprisoned in the Netherrealm, Darkseid was left vulnerable as Shang Tsung tried to steal Darkseid's soul. In the midst of the soul drain, Darkseid reversed it regressing Shang Tsung to a withered old man. Darkseid broke free from his bonds as Shang Tsung pledges his allegiance in order to spare his own life.
 * Deathstroke: Deathstroke emerged from the inter-universal conflict wiser and more cautious. Assassins from other universe would be unwanted competition. To maintain superiority, Deathstroke created a band of powerful assassins outfitted in his image. He now serves as Grand Master of the Deathstrike Clan.
 * Flash: As a result of an aura attunement from Liu Kang, Flash discovered that he had retained a psychic bond with the warrior. The two agreed to warn each other of any cross universal breaches. It wasn't long before Liu Kang appeared and warned the Flash about the impending attack by the sorcerer Quan Chi.
 * Green Lantern: On a distant planet, a huge pyramid unexpectedly rose from beneath the ground. It's origin was unknown, but it had the same energy than the one Batman detected from the other universe. Sinestro had learned of the pyramid and plotted to acquire whatever secret it contained. With Sinestro not knowing of the dangerous energies within the pyramid, Green Lantern rallies the Green Lantern Corps to keep the Sinestro Corps from getting their hands on the pyramid at all cost.
 * Joker: As the worlds separated, Joker discovered that he had retained his new powers and managed to take over Gotham and holds tournaments where contestants fight to the death for his amusement with the winner fighting Joker.
 * Lex Luthor: Using data stolen from the Special Forces, Lex Luthor constructed his own portal and breached the barriers that separated the two universes. He encountered the sorcerer Quan Chi and forms a deadly alliance with him.
 * Superman: To seek protection against any future magical threats, Superman seeks the help of Shazam who uses ancient Kryptonian Lore to the creation of a new costume giving Superman an immunity to magic. Now sorcerers and demons can no longer harm the Man of Steel.
 * Wonder Woman: Returning to Themyscira, Wonder Woman learned that there are strange relics scattered acrossed Themyscira. The relics are a sword, a shield, and a gold amulet are then used by Wonder Woman making the Amazons an unstoppable force for the preservation of Earth.

Mortal Kombat Endings
 * Baraka: As the worlds returned to normal, the Kombat Rage disappeared except from the Tarkatans. Through the Rage, the savage Outworld race has descended to an even greater level of bloodlust. Marking their foreheads with the blood of their enemies, they now storm throughout the realms, dominating all.
 * Jax: Badly injured from his fight with the otherworlders, Jax knew that he must use his cybernetics to save his own life. He underwent massive anatomical restructuring, replacing most of his body with mechanized, fully armored versions. Jax is now more powerful than ever, but at the cost of his humanity.
 * Kano: Though the Kombat Rage disappeared when Dark Kahn was defeated, it drove Kano irreversibly mad. Turning on friend and foe, he became an outcast with a changed appearance. He has painted his face to further express his seething anger. Alone, in the depths of insanity, Kano endlessly repeats "Death to Shang Tsung... Death to Shang Tsung... DEATH TO SHANG TSUNG!"
 * Kitana: With no base of operations following the destruction of Outworld, Kitana sought asylum in Earthrealm for her Edenian Resistance Fighters. Raiden granted them Shang Tsung's abandoned island, where they would remain hidden from mortal eyes. Kitana and her warriors remade the former site of the Mortal Kombat tournament into a bastion of beauty and Light. To honor the god of Edenia, they renamed their new home Argus Island.
 * Liu Kang: Raiden used his intense studies to unlock the secrets of the Rock of Eternity enabiling him to create a Captain Marvel in his Universe. Raiden infused Liu Kang with some of his own power with the abilities of Argus, Fujin and others. For Liu Kang to transform, he shouts "Mortal Kombat."
 * Raiden: Following the end of the inter-dimensional conflict, Raiden returned to Earthrealm and discovered that his sun weakened him severely. The sorcerer Quan Chi offered Raiden a jade-colored stone that would replenish his power - in return for his sworn allegiance. Where Quan Chi acquired this stone is a mystery. Raiden must now decide between servitude to an evil sorcerer... or mortality.
 * Scorpion: Though Dark Kahn was defeated, his consciousness lived on. It found a host in the wrathful Scorpion. In the midst of his agony, Scorpion knew he would be turned into the most powerful being in the universe...if he survives the transformation.
 * Shang Tsung: Impressed by Captain Marvel's fighting abilities yet angered at the defeat of his hands, Shang Tsung sought to create a race of super-warriors with Captain Marvel's abilities but would be a perversion of Captain Marvel's image. Through sorcery he combined blood from a torn piece of Captain Marvel's cape with the flesh of a Tarkatan corpse. Never before had his flesh pits echoed with the roar of such a monstrosity. With an army of Super-Tarkatans, Shang Tsung will be invincible!
 * Shao Kahn: Though the Phantom Zone would usually weaken the Kryptonian criminals, the Phantom Zone actually restored Shao Kahn's powers enabling him to break free. He assembles an army of Kryptonian criminals who swear their allegiance to him in a plan to rule the universe.
 * Sonya: During the "World Merge Crisis," a Green Lantern was killed and his Power Ring was transferred to Sonya. When the worlds separated, she still had the Power Ring at one charge as she must use it sparingly until she can find a way to replenish it's energy.
 * Sub-Zero: After a fight with the Forces of Light, Sub-Zero discovered that he wasn't the assassin that he used to be. Upon his encounter with one of the Otherworlders, Sub-Zero decided to work for the good of the realm on his own terms. Sub-Zero left the Lin Kuei and donned a new costume befitting this new endeavor. But the Lin Kuei do not tolerate desertion, as he will soon discover....

Fan reception
Most Mortal Kombat fans disliked the game or had mixed feelings about it. I think it should be referenced in the article —Preceding unsigned comment added by Jedi89 (talk • contribs) 23:02, 19 July 2010 (UTC)
 * I whole heartedly agree, but I think a reference from a site saying so would be the way to do it. Like IGN, GameSpot, gameInformer, GamePro, etc. Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 01:53, 20 July 2010 (UTC)

http://www.gamespot.com/special_feature/pre3-08/most-anticipated-2/index.html It was one of the most anticipated of E3 2008. Didn't know that. Sincerely Subzerosmokerain (talk) 20:28, 31 December 2010 (UTC)

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Alternate Costumes
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