Mortal Kombat vs Street Fighter: The ultimate showdown

Jonathan Victoria • 30 Apr 2026 Features

Who earns the flawless victory?

Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter both return to the big screen in 2026, with the former coming first, building on the 2021 reboot with a bigger tournament, more fighters, and the arrival of Johnny Cage, promising intense, R-rated action. 

Meanwhile, Street Fighter gets a full reboot later this year, aiming to finally deliver a faithful adaptation with iconic characters like Ryu, Ken, and Chun-Li.

With both films landing close together, the rivalry is heading from arcade to cinema screens once again. But who would win in a contest between the pair? We can help aid your thought process, but ultimately, that’s up for you to decide…