Key Takeaways
1. A modder showcased a Red Dead Redemption 2 mod featuring Mortal Kombat-style fight sequences and fatalities.
2. The mod includes a one-on-one fighting game view and a health bar when Arthur punches an NPC.
3. Iconic Mortal Kombat audio cues and special moves were added, including Arthur’s cough as a toxic attack.
4. A unique fatality was programmed, where a train runs over the opponent.
5. The mod increases levels of blood and violence to match the Mortal Kombat style.
If you ever thought about how Red Dead Redemption 2 would play out with Mortal Kombat-style fight sequences and fatalities, you can stop wondering. A modder recently showcased exactly that after a suggestion from a viewer, and it’s quite funny. The camera shifts to match the Mortal Kombat style, and the user interface elements appear on screen and function as they should.
New Mod Features
The mod was presented by Blurbs during a stream, who is also known for giving NPCs in Red Dead Redemption 2 distinct memories. This latest mod, however, brings in elements from another well-known series. The Mortal Kombat inspired combat system activates when Arthur delivers a punch to an NPC. The camera transitions to a one-on-one fighting game view with a moving health bar displayed at the top.
Special Moves and Fatalities
In addition, Blurbs included iconic audio cues from the Mortal Kombat series, along with a special move and a fatality. Arthur’s cough, due to his tuberculosis, is transformed into a toxic attack that serves as his special skill. For the fatality, Blurbs programmed it so that when it is activated, a train rushes into view, running over the opponent. It took several tries to get the positioning and timing right, but everything came together nicely in the end.
Blood and Brutality
Naturally, since it’s Mortal Kombat, the levels of blood and violence were significantly increased. If you’re interested, you can see the mod in action in the video below, starting from the 10-minute mark.




