The Mortal Kombat series has been a household name in the video game community for years, known for its bloody and violent gameplay. However, behind the over-the-top costumes and one-liners lies a surprising underdog story. Initially meant to focus on a group of historical Chinese ninjas, the Lin Quay, Mortal Kombat’s beginnings were humble and more ninja-like. However, the game’s creators eventually re-pitched the original idea, and in 1991, the development team of just four people began working on the game.