Mortal Kombat is one of the most popular gaming franchises ever. Fans have loved the violence and gore since the '90s, which drew even more scrutiny over parents trying to get the game canceled. In time, it'd be accepted as part of pop culture's fabric, branching off into comics, cartoons, animated films, and a slew of movies.
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