Finish Him! *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* Gets Physical, Trilogy Confirmed (and a Switch 2 Sighting!)
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
*Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* is getting physical releases, including the beloved *Trilogy*, and sneakily confirms the existence of the Nintendo Switch 2 – looks like it's time to get over here and pre-order!
Right, so *Mortal Kombat* fans, brace yourselves. It looks like Digital Eclipse and Atari are finally giving us what we've been screaming for: physical editions of the *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection*. And not just any physical editions, mind you. We're talking proper, chunky cartridges for your Switch, and (wait for it…) a sneaky peek at the Nintendo Switch 2!
IGN South Africa broke the news, and fair dinkum, it's a ripper. The *Legacy Kollection* isn't just a rehash; it's bringing back *Mortal Kombat Trilogy*, that glorious 1996 mashup of every 2D fighter from the series. Remember Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and the whole gang beating the snot out of each other in one glorious game? Yeah, that's the one.
Now, here's where it gets interesting. While the digital version is heading to pretty much every console under the sun (PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC via Steam, both Switches), the physical love is a bit more selective, with no PS4 or Xbox One release. Limited Run Games are handling the physical distribution for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch *and* the Nintendo Switch 2. Did you catch that? *Nintendo Switch 2*.
But what does this mean? Well, firstly, it confirms that the next Nintendo console is (probably) real and (probably) on the horizon. Secondly, it means we might actually get a game card with the FULL game data on it for the Switch versions (both current and next-gen). Hallelujah! No more downloading half the game after slapping in the cart. Small wins, eh?
Let's break down the editions, shall we?
* **Standard Edition:** The base game. Pre-order it for PS5 and current Switch for $49.99, and for the Switch 2 at $59.99. Xbox Series X/S gets a standard edition too, but only at Atari.com and limitedrungames.com. Pre-order early and snag yourself an exclusive slipcover. Ooh, fancy.
* **Deluxe Edition:** This bad boy includes the Standard Edition, plus a Steelbook, mini marquees, a magnet, a poster, a lenticular card, arcade flyers, and arcade cabinet cards. Pre-order for PS5 and current Switch for $69.99, and the Switch 2 for $79.99.
* **Kollector's Edition:** Designed by Limited Run Games, this is the big kahuna. You get the Standard Edition, a Goro controller holder statue (because, why not?), a commemorative arcade token, a hardcover art and lore book, and a pin set. All housed in a special, numbered collector's box. This premium package will set you back $149.99 and is available for pre-order on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Pre-orders are open until August 31st, so get cracking.
The Standard and Deluxe editions are slated to ship on December 12, 2025 (bit of a wait, I reckon), while the Kollector's Edition shipment date is still TBD. Sounds like they're still wrestling Goro into submission.
Oh, and there was also a leak via the Xbox App pointing to a September 30th digital release date. So, something to chew on while we wait for the physical goodies.
*Mortal Kombat* is back, baby! And it's bringing *Trilogy* with it. Whether you're a nostalgic veteran or a curious newcomer, this *Legacy Kollection* looks set to deliver a hefty dose of bone-crunching, fatality-inducing fun. Just try not to break your Goro controller holder, alright?
Tags: Mortal Kombat, Nintendo Switch 2, Fighting Games, Retro Gaming, Limited Run Games
Original article: IGN South Africa