Upon its initial release, Mortal Kombat 11 garnered favorable reviews on console for its engaging gameplay, immersive story, stunning graphics, and improved netcode. However, it faced criticism due to the inclusion of microtransactions and an excessive reliance on grinding. In response, the game received an expansion in May 2020 titled Aftermath, which added a new story mode, three characters, and the return of fan-favorite, stage fatalities and the friendship finishing move. A definitive version of the game titled Mortal Kombat 11: Ultimate was released on November 17, 2020, containing all the downloadable content up to that point, and is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Fans can also look forward to the highly-anticipated sequel, Mortal Kombat 1, slated for release on September 19, 2023.