Call of Duty: Black Ops II vs Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Call of Duty: Black Ops II vs Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Call of Duty: Black Ops II Activison Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition Warner Bros. Interactive
Overview
Release Date November 13, 2012 July 3, 2013
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Mature Adults Only
Developer Treyarch NetherRealm Studios, High Voltage Software
Publisher Activison Warner Bros. Interactive
Official Site http://www.callofduty.com http://www.mortalkombat.com
Gameplay
Genre Action, Shooter Arcade, Fighting
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Local Co-op, Split-screen
Perspective First-person 2D
Average Playtime 5 hours 7 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo PC, PlayStation, Xbox
Available On Xbox 360 Store, Xbox Store, Steam, Nintendo eShop Steam, Xbox 360 Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows Vista SP2 or Windows 7. Windows XP is not supported Processor: Intel Core2 Duo E8200 2.66 GHz or AMD Phenom X3 8750 2.4 GHz Memory: 2 GB for 32-bit OS or 4 GB for 64-bit OS Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 8800GT 512 MB or ATI Radeon HD 3870 512 MB DirectX: Version 9.0c Hard Drive: 16 GB Sound: DirectX 11.0c compatible Additional: Broadband connection required for activation and multiplayer gameplay Note: Windows XP Operating System is not supported Further information: Available here OS:32-bit: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Processor:Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.4 GHz | AMD Athlon X2, 2.8 GHz or better Memory:2 GB RAM Graphics:NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS | AMD Radeon 3850 or better DirectX®:10 Hard Drive:10 GB HD space Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection Additional:Windows XP and DirectX® 9.0c and below not supported.
Recommended Requirements OS:64-bit: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Processor:Intel Core i5 750, 2.67 GHz | AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4GHz or better Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 | AMD Radeon HD 6950 or better DirectX®:11 Hard Drive:10 GB HD space Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection Additional:Windows XP and DirectX® 9.0c and below not supported.
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 74 / 100 82 / 100
Community Rating 4.0 / 5 (1,437 ratings) 4.1 / 5 (954 ratings)

Call of Duty: Black Ops II vs Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition: which should you buy?

Both titles are legacy releases that can be bought digitally on platforms like Steam or console stores, but they serve different gamer profiles. Call of Duty: Black Ops II is a first‑person shooter with a 5‑hour campaign, extensive multiplayer modes and co‑op, targeting players who want fast‑paced, gun‑centric action. Its minimum PC specs call for a Core2 Duo E8200 or Phenom X3 CPU, 2 GB RAM (4 GB for 64‑bit) and a GeForce 8800GT/ Radeon HD 3870, which is roughly on par with Mortal Kombat’s baseline but lacks a listed recommended tier. Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition, an arcade‑style fighting game, offers a longer 7‑hour single‑player experience, local co‑op and split‑screen, and scores higher on Metacritic (82 vs 74) and community rating (4.1 vs 4.0). Its minimum PC requirements are similar (Core 2 Duo/ Athlon X2, 2 GB RAM, GeForce 8800 GTS/ Radeon 3850) but it also provides a recommended spec with a Core i5‑750 or Phenom II X4, 4 GB RAM and a GTX 560/ Radeon HD 6950, indicating better scalability for newer rigs. For Filipino buyers with modest PCs, both will run, but Mortal Kombat gives a higher critical score and a recommended spec path if you plan to upgrade. Choose Black Ops II if you prefer shooter multiplayer and already own a console; pick Mortal Kombat if you value fighting‑game depth, higher reviews, and future‑proof PC performance. Prices are not listed, so compare current store listings before purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Which game has better reviews?

Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition scores higher with a Metacritic rating of 82 and a community rating of 4.1/5, compared to Call of Duty: Black Ops II's 74 Metacritic and 4.0/5 community rating.

What are the minimum PC specs for each game?

Black Ops II requires Windows Vista/7, a Core2 Duo E8200 or Phenom X3 CPU, 2 GB RAM (4 GB for 64‑bit), and a GeForce 8800GT/ Radeon HD 3870. Mortal Kombat needs Windows Vista/7/8, a Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or Athlon X2 2.8 GHz, 2 GB RAM, and a GeForce 8800 GTS/ Radeon 3850.

Which game offers longer single‑player content?

Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition has a longer average playtime of about 7 hours, while Black Ops II averages around 5 hours.

Do either games require an internet connection?

Both titles list a broadband internet connection as a requirement for activation and multiplayer features.