Description
In the distant future, a monopolistic and technological corporation called Ultratech organizes a fighting tournament known as "Killer Instinct". Many fighters answer the challenge to participate, including several of Ultratech's experimental warriors. To increase the tournament's challenge, Ultratech utilizes a technology that can create bridges between alternate dimensions, releasing a creature known as Eyedol. Eyedol is a two-headed ancient warrior that was imprisoned along with his bitter rival, Gargos. Some warriors enter the tournament to seek glory or escape. Other fighters are attempting to bring an end to Ultratech's corruption.
Killer Instinct is a Rare developed fighting game published by Nintendo (and distributed in the arcades by Midway). Killer Instinct (or "KI" among its fanbase) is a 2D fighting game that features 3D rendered sprite based graphics. Players choose from 10 characters: Orchid, Cinder, Jago, Glacius, Fulgore, Riptor, Sabrewulf, Spinal, T.J. Combo, and Thunder.
Killer Instinct is known for its heavy combo based fighting system, allowing players to pull off moves that land an insane number of hits on their opponent, the highest being the "Ultra Combo". The gameplay is also known for its use of combo breakers, finishing moves and stage fatalities, double energy bars, and dance-music inspired techno soundtrack.
Alternate Titles
- "Brute Force" -- Working Title
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User Reviews
The Press Says
| Entertainment Weekly |
Jan 20, 1995 |
A+ |
100 |
| Game Zero |
Oct, 1995 |
95.5 out of 100 |
96 |
| Nintendo Land |
Sep 13, 2003 |
94 out of 100 |
94 |
| VicioJuegos.com |
Jan 05, 2005 |
93 out of 100 |
93 |
| The Video Game Critic |
Oct 17, 2003 |
B+ |
83 |
| Game Players |
Aug, 1995 |
83 out of 100 |
83 |
| GamePro |
Sep, 1995 |
4 out of 5 |
80 |
| Retrogaming.it |
Jul 08, 2008 |
8 out of 10 |
80 |
| Digital Press - Classic Video Games |
Sep 13, 2005 |
8 out of 10 |
80 |
| Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) |
Nov, 1995 |
7.8 out of 10 |
78 |
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Trivia
Killer Instinct also comes packed with a soundtrack CD, titled Killer Cuts, which features remixed music based on the background and main themes found in the game.
