Did Bloodsport Inspire Mortal Kombat?

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Yes, Bloodsport definitely inspired Mortal Kombat. Even Johnny Cage's character was originally modeled after Jean-Claude Van Damme!

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DealingDada·4 months ago

Absolutely! The creators of Mortal Kombat have mentioned that the 1988 movie Bloodsport, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, heavily inspired the game's concept and design. The tournament setting and intense one-on-one battles are a dead giveaway!

NickelingAlan·4 months ago

Heck yeah! Mortal Kombat wouldn't be the same without Bloodsport. It paved the way for the whole martial arts tournament vibe!

BeatingDebit·4 months ago

Some folks might say no, but it's hard to deny the similarities between Bloodsport's underground fighting scene and Mortal Kombat's brutal combat.

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