Why Is Mortal Kombat Spelled with a K?
Legend has it that the creators wanted the title to stand out, and 'Kombat' with a 'K' definitely grabs more attention than 'Combat' with a 'C'!
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Simple marketing genius. 'Kombat' with a 'K' is just cooler and more memorable than plain ol' 'Combat' with a 'C'.
To make it edgy and different from other games, 'Kombat' with a 'K' was a deliberate choice to catch your eye. Worked, didn't it?
It's all about branding! 'Kombat' with a 'K' makes Mortal Kombat instantly recognizable and unique in the fighting game genre.
Does it really matter? You know it's awesome, no matter how it's spelled!
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