Johnny Cage
   Story: A martial arts superstar trained by Great Masters from around the world, Cage uses his talents on the big screen. He is the current box-office champ and star of such movies as Dragon Fist and Dragon Fist II as well as the Award-Winning Sudden Violence.

Special Moves
Fireball: B-F-LP
Shadow Kick: B-F-LK
Ball Breaker: Block + LP

Fatality
Power Uppercut: F-F-F-HP (close)

Combos
Jump Kick - Fireball (30%)
Jump Kick - Shadow Kick (32.9%)
Jump Kick - Ball Breaker (35.7%) - (Do it in the corner)
Uppercut - Shadow Kick (38.6%) - (Do it in the corner)

   Ending: Through the battles and life or death situations faced during the Tournament, Johnny Cage learns the true importance of his fighting skills. He also realizes the full potential of the Tournament. He returns to Hollywood after defending his new title as Grand Champion. Cage goes on to film Mortal Kombat: The Movie and it's many successful sequels.

Kano
  Story: A Mercenary, Thug, Extortionist Thief - Kano lives a life of crime and injustice. He is a devoted member of the Black Dragon, a dangerous group of Cut-Throat Madmen feared and respected throughout all of crime's Inner Circles.

Special Moves
Knife Throw: Hold Block (B-F) or B-F + Block
Roll: F-D-B-U (Full circle away from opponent starting forward)

Fatality
Heart Rip: B-D-F-LP (close)

Combos
Jump Kick - Roll (32.9%)
Jump Kick - Jump Kick - Roll (49.3%)
Uppercut - Roll (38.6%)) - (Do it in the corner)

  Ending: With the defeat of Goro and Shang Tsung, Kano will bring his own brand of treachery to the Tournament. His Black Dragon Organization forms a monopoly over the contest that brings Shame and Torment to all those involved. Their reign will end in anarchy and death. It will result in the final dismantling of the Tournament and the Battle of the Sans.

Sub-Zero
   Story: The actual name or identity of this warrior is unknown. However, based on the markings of his uniform, it is believed he belongs to the Lin Kuei, a legendary clan of Chinese ninja.

Special Moves
Ice Blast: D-F-LP
Slide: LP + Block + LK

Fatality
Spine Rip: F-D-F-HP (close)

Combos
Uppercut - Slide (28.6%)
Throw - Ice Blast (24.2%)
Throw - Slide (28.6%)
Jump Kick - Slide (22.9%)
Ice Blast (Freeze Opponent in air) - Jump Kick - Jump Kick - Slide (39.3%)

   Ending: After receiving the title of Grand Champion, Sub-Zero disappears back into the shadows from which he came. His only goal in the Tournament was... The Assassination of Shang Tsung. He was paid a large some of money by one of Tsung's wealthy enemies. With his mission accomplished Sub-Zero will collect his fortune and retire from his dangerous profession.

Sonya
   Story: Sonya is a member of a top U.S. Special forces unit. Her team was hot on the trail of Kano's Black Dragon organisation. They followed them to an uncharted island where they were ambushed by Shang Tsung's personal army.

Special Moves
Sonic Ring: B-B-LP
Leg Grab: LP + Block + LK
Air Sweep: F-B-HP

Fatality
Kiss of Death: F-F-B-B-Block (anywhere)

Combos
Jump Kick (airborne attackers) - Sonic Ring (30%)
Jump Kick - Leg Grab (42.2%)
Jump Kick - Leg Grab (42.2%) - (Do it in the corner)

   Ending: Captured by Shang Tsung, Sonya's Special Forces Unit was taken hostage - their only hope was the Tournament. Shang Tsung promised to release the entire team only if Sonya could win the contest. Her victory not only released her unit - but also put an end to the Black Dragon and Shang Tsung's powerful grip on the Tournament.

Raiden
   Story: The name Raiden is actually that of a deity known as The Thunder God. It is rumoured he received a personal invitation by Shang Tsung himself and took the form of a human to compete in the Tournament.

Special Moves
Lightening: D-F-LP
Torpedo: B-B-F
Teleport: D-U

Fatality Move
Electric Head Explode: F-B-B-B-HP (close)

Combos
Jump Kick - Torpedo (35.9%)
Jump Kick - Lightening (32.8%)

  Ending: Raiden's victory comes as no surprise to him. He was never impressed by Shang Tsung's inferior sorcery, Goro's brute force, or the challenge of the other contestants. He quickly becomes bored with his mortal competition and soon invites other Gods to participate in the contest. The Ensuing battles rage on for years. And the wars result in our world's final destruction. Have a Nice Day.

Liu Kang
   Story: Once a member of the super secret White Lotus Society, Liu Kang left the organisation in order to represent Shaolin temples in the Tournament. Kang is strong in his beliefs and despises Shang Tsung.

Special Moves
Fireball: F-F-HP
Dragon Kick: F-F-HK

Fatality
Cartwheel Uppercut: F-D-B-U (Full circle away from opponent starting forward)

Combos
Jump Kick - Dragon Kick (32.9%)
Fireball (Hits aerial opponent) - Dragon Kick (30%)
Fireball (Hits aerial opponent) - Fireball (Keeps him in air) - Dragon Kick (43.6%)

   Ending: After defeating mighty, Goro and putting an end to Shang Tsung's rule over the Tournament, Kang is able to return the contest to it's rightful hosts - the Shaolin Temples. Kang's heroics will always be remembered. He will continue the traditions of the Shaolin Temples and restore the true pride and respect of this once great tournament.

Scorpion
  Story: Like Sub-Zero, Scorpion's true name and origin are not known. He has shown from time to time distrust and hatred towards Sub-Zero. Between Ninjas, this is usually a sign of opposing clans.

Special Moves
Spear: B-B-LP
Teleport Punch: D-B-HP

Fatality
Toasty: U-U (Jump distance)

Combos
Jump Kick - Spear (46.9%)
Jump Kick (close range) - Jump Kick - Spear (37.1%)
Jump Kick - Air Jab Twice - Spear (30.7%) - (Do it in the corner)

   Ending: Marked for Death, years ago, by the Lin Kuei, Scorpion was murdered by Sub-Zero. He left behind a wife and child in his former life but was allowed to return and avenge his death. Even with Scorpion's triumph in the Tournament and new title as Grand Champion, the price he paid was high. He can never again know his family and must exist forever with his secret curse.

MK1 Kodes

Fight Reptile: Start a One Player Game. At The Pit, Look to the Moon. There must be silhouettes gliding past - this will occur every 6th game. Win Double Flawless Victory with Fatality without Blocking at all. A message will appear.

Cheats Enabled Screen: At the Menu Screen (Start Game/Options), press:

Secret Music Tracks and Sound Samples: To access secret music and sound samples, go to options and highlight "Sound FX". Move the number along to 17. Now tap Right and A repeatedly until the irritating 'drring' sound stops. After a while (about a minute, maybe less), it will play a weird sample that is nowhere in the game. Leave it longer and it will play really strange stuff. Be patient, there is a long interval between each sample.

Play as Goro: To play as Goro on MK1 for Nintendo Gameboy, here is what you must do:

• Finish the entire game.
• Watch the ending credits roll by.
• When it says "THE END", press and HOLD Up+Left+A+Select.
• Keep them held until you are asked to Enter your initials.
• Enter your initials, and press A.
• Wait until the HIGH SCORE SCREEN, and press Start.

You should be greeted by a message: