Insight Editions, known for their vast library of visual histories of pop culture icons like Superman and Star Wars, is coming out with with a complete visual history of one of the most iconic fighting game franchises of all time. Mortal Kombat: Flawless Victory by Ian Flynn details the entire history of the games, from its inception in 1992 to 2023’s Mortal Kombat 1. The 304-page hardcover book comes out October 21 and will run you $60.
This book showcases art from every game in the series. From concept sketches and stage renders to in-game screenshots and character art, it has it all. Exclusive interviews with key members of NetherRealm Studios’ development team are also available. These offer some never-before-seen looks into the creation of the violent, over-the-top games. Each character from throughout its over 30-year history will get detailed spotlights, so you can learn about some classic favorites like Scorpion and Sub-Zero, but also some lesser known fighters like Li Mei or Kabal.
Big hardcover deep-dives like this are great for any fan of books and the Mortal Kombat franchise. As both, I’m excited to see how this looks as a coffee table piece or propped up next to my complete-in-box version of the original Mortal Kombat on SNES. Either way, Mortal Kombat: Flawless Victory is sure to be the best way to learn about the vast and storied history of the iconic series.
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About the Author
Ian Flynn, based in Toronto, is a freelance writer with almost 20 years of experience. Most of his work is on the Sonic the Hedgehog comic book series at IDW. He’s also the cohost of the BumbleKast, a Q&A podcast where they take on fan questions. His other works include Superman Special #1 and helping to localize the Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia.
