Arcade1Up Mortal Kombat 2 Moves List

Arcade1Up Mortal Kombat 2 brings the classic fighting game to a new generation of gamers. For those familiar with the original Mortal Kombat 2, the moves remain largely the same, but it's always helpful to have a detailed moves list on hand. This article will provide a comprehensive guide to the moves of each character in Mortal Kombat 2, including special attacks, fatalities, and strategies for each fighter.

1. Sub-Zero

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Freeze (Back, Back, High Punch): Sub-Zero throws a freezing projectile that can freeze opponents in their tracks.
  • Slide (Back, Forward, Low Kick): Sub-Zero slides across the screen, knocking down opponents.
  • Ice Clone (Back, Forward, Back, Forward, High Punch): Creates an ice clone that blocks attacks and can be used strategically.

• Fatalities:

  • Spine Rip (Back, Back, Back, Forward, High Punch): Sub-Zero rips out the opponent's spine in a gruesome finish.

2. Scorpion

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Spear (Back, Back, High Punch): Scorpion throws a spear to pull the opponent towards him.
  • Teleport Punch (Down, Back, High Punch): Scorpion teleports behind the opponent and delivers a punch.
  • Flaming Skull (Back, Back, Down, Forward, High Punch): Scorpion hurls a flaming skull that damages opponents from a distance.

• Fatalities:

  • Toasty (Back, Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Scorpion unleashes a fiery punch that burns the opponent to ashes.

3. Raiden

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Lightning Bolt (Back, Forward, High Punch): Raiden shoots a lightning bolt that zaps the opponent.
  • Teleport (Back, Down, Back, Forward, Low Kick): Raiden teleports across the screen, reappearing behind the opponent.
  • Electric Fly (Down, Back, Forward, High Kick): Raiden flies across the screen, electrifying anyone in his path.

• Fatalities:

  • Electricity (Back, Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Raiden unleashes a massive electrical storm that shocks the opponent.

4. Liu Kang

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Fireball (Down, Forward, High Punch): Liu Kang throws a fireball that travels across the screen.
  • Flying Kick (Back, Forward, High Kick): Liu Kang performs a flying kick that can hit opponents from a distance.
  • Dragon Fire (Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Liu Kang performs a special move that releases a dragon-shaped fire attack.

• Fatalities:

  • Dragon Bite (Back, Back, Down, Forward, High Punch): Liu Kang transforms into a dragon and bites the opponent.

5. Johnny Cage

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Shadow Kick (Back, Back, High Kick): Johnny Cage performs a shadowy kick that can knock down opponents.
  • Green Glow (Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Johnny Cage emits a green energy burst that damages opponents.
  • Cage Grab (Down, Back, Back, Forward, Low Punch): Johnny Cage performs a grab move that can throw opponents.

• Fatalities:

  • Nutcracker (Back, Back, Forward, Forward, High Kick): Johnny Cage performs a crushing blow to the opponent’s groin, finishing them off.

6. Kitana

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Fan Throw (Back, Forward, High Punch): Kitana throws her fans at the opponent.
  • Teleport Kick (Back, Down, Back, Forward, High Kick): Kitana teleports behind the opponent and kicks them.
  • Square Wave Punch (Back, Forward, Down, Low Punch): Kitana performs a special punch that creates a wave of energy.

• Fatalities:

  • Kiss of Death (Back, Forward, Back, Forward, High Punch): Kitana kisses the opponent, causing their head to explode.

7. Jax

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Ground Pound (Back, Forward, Down, Low Punch): Jax slams the ground, causing shockwaves that damage the opponent.
  • Dash Punch (Back, Forward, High Punch): Jax charges at the opponent with a powerful punch.
  • Rocket Punch (Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Jax performs a punch with a rocket boost.

• Fatalities:

  • Arm Rip (Back, Forward, Back, Forward, High Punch): Jax rips off the opponent’s arms, ending the fight.

8. Shang Tsung

• Basic Attacks:

  • High Punch: Tap Punch Button
  • Low Punch: Hold Down + Tap Punch Button
  • High Kick: Tap Kick Button
  • Low Kick: Hold Down + Tap Kick Button

• Special Moves:

  • Fireball (Back, Forward, High Punch): Shang Tsung throws a fireball at the opponent.
  • Teleport (Back, Down, Back, Forward, Low Kick): Shang Tsung teleports across the screen.
  • Morph (Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Shang Tsung morphs into another character for a limited time.

• Fatalities:

  • Soul Steal (Back, Down, Back, Forward, High Punch): Shang Tsung steals the opponent’s soul, causing their body to disintegrate.

This guide covers the essential moves for each character, including their special attacks and fatalities. Mastering these moves can give players an edge in the arcade, helping them become champions in Mortal Kombat 2. For a full experience, practice each move in training mode and develop your strategies for both offense and defense.

Enjoy your time battling in Arcade1Up Mortal Kombat 2!