Mortal Kombat – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Benjamin Wallfisch · 2021
79 min · 24 tracks
A high-energy fusion of orchestral and electronic elements that captures the adrenaline and intensity of martial arts battles.
Top tracks — play these first
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Techno Syndrome 2021 (Mortal Kombat) — This track revitalizes the classic theme with modern production, serving as a powerful opening that sets the tone for the entire soundtrack.
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Hanzo Hasashi — Combining orchestral swells with intense electronic beats, this piece encapsulates the emotional depth of one of the film's central characters.
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Get Over Here — Drawing from familiar sound bites and motifs, this track marries nostalgia with fresh energy, representing an iconic moment in the film.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe soundtrack effectively combines orchestral and electronic elements while maintaining a strong connection to its source material.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate recognizable themes from the original game, particularly in 'Techno Syndrome 2021', which serves as a high-energy opener.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- adrenaline-fueled workout motivation
- dynamic journey with varied intensity
- epic background for gaming sessions
- wave-like pacing for focus
- immersive experience for action fans
Maybe skip if you
- seeking calm or tranquility
- prefer standalone, concise tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- This soundtrack marks Benjamin Wallfisch's continued ascent in film scoring, following his acclaimed work on 'It' (2017) and its sequel. Released in 2021, it showcases his ability to blend traditional cinematic motifs with modern electronic influences, solidifying his reputation as a versatile composer in the action genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hans Zimmer· Jóhann Jóhannsson· Max Richter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Techno Syndrome 2021 (Mortal Kombat) 3:08
- 2 Hanzo Hasashi 7:14
- 3 Lord Raiden 2:24
- 4 Bi-Han 2:42
- 5 Shang Tsung 1:37
- 6 Cole Young 1:42
- 7 Birthmark 2:47
- 8 Sonya Blade 4:23
- 9 Kano v Reptile 3:00
- 10 Liu Kang 5:59
- 11 The Great Protector 2:28
- 12 Sub-Zero 3:01
- 13 Kung Lao 3:13
- 14 Origins 3:08
- 15 Kabal 2:59
- 16 Goro 2:57
- 17 Arcana 3:58
- 18 Jax Briggs 2:35
- 19 The Void 4:12
- 20 The Tournament 5:00
- 21 Sub-Zero v Cole Young 1:18
- 22 I Am Scorpion 3:15
- 23 We Fight as One 2:49
- 24 Get Over Here 3:56
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