Warning: This article discusses game modification and file editing. Always back up your save data before proceeding.
When Mortal Kombat 9 (also known as Mortal Kombat: Komplete Edition) was released for PC in 2013, fans were thrilled. High-definition graphics, all DLC skins, and the full roster—including Freddy Krueger—were present. However, one major console-exclusive feature was conspicuously absent: Kratos, the Ghost of Sparta from Sony’s God of War series.
On the PlayStation 3 (PS3) version, Kratos was a fully playable guest character. But for PC players, searching through the menu, the fighter slot was empty. This guide explains why Kratos is missing, the myths surrounding his removal, and the actual working fix to add him to your PC version of MK9.
If you're playing on Steam, you can unlock Kratos through the Steam store:
Navigate to your MK9 installation folder. Typically:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition\DiscContentPC\
Inside, find the Asset folder. Copy the entire Asset folder to your desktop as a backup. If something goes wrong, you can restore it.
The community fix (originally compiled by users on MKSecrets and ZepherPC) involves three steps:
3.1. Acquire Missing Assets
The mod repackages Kratos’s PS3 data into PC-compatible format. A typical download includes:
3.2. Manual File Injection
Navigate to Steam\steamapps\common\Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition\DiscContentPC\Asset
Place the .xxx files into the Asset folder and sound files into GeneratedSoundBanks\PC.
3.3. Configuration Override
Edit Coalesced.ini (extracted from Coalesced.eng) to add: how to unlock kratos in mortal kombat 9 pc fix
[Kratos]
CharacterName=Kratos
Selectable=TRUE
AssetPackage=CHAR_Kratos
Then repack and replace the original.
If you absolutely want to play as Kratos on PC, you have two unofficial, community-driven options. Proceed at your own risk (back up your game files first).
On PC, unlocking Kratos in Mortal Kombat 9 is not a “fix” in the patching sense, but a manual asset restoration mod. It requires intermediate file manipulation and acceptance of glitches. No official method exists. Future players seeking Kratos should instead play the PS3 version via emulation (RPCS3) or accept the mod’s imperfections.
Keywords: Mortal Kombat 9, Kratos, PC modding, platform exclusivity, asset injection
Note: This paper is a simulated academic response for informational purposes. Modifying game files may violate EULAs; users act at their own risk.
is a PlayStation-exclusive character and is not officially available in the PC version ( Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition
. He was built specifically for Sony hardware, and his assets were never ported to the PC or Xbox 360 versions of the game
While there are no "cheats" or "fixes" to unlock him in the native PC game, here are the standard ways players attempt to experience him on PC: 1. PS3 Emulation (Recommended Fix)
The most reliable method to play as Kratos on PC is using a PS3 emulator. Users on platforms like suggest using the emulator to run the PS3 version of Mortal Kombat 9 Requirement Warning: This article discusses game modification and file
: You must own a copy of the PS3 game to obtain the necessary files.
: Since Kratos is already unlocked and fully functional on the PS3, he will be available from the start in the emulator 2. Character Mods
Modders have attempted to bring Kratos to PC, though results are often limited to visual skins or buggy ports.
Here is the helpful write-up on how to access Kratos and troubleshoot common issues.
Summary
Legal and safety note
What you need (assumptions)
Step-by-step procedure (general, mod-based approach)
Find a trusted Kratos mod
Read the mod instructions
Install required tools
Install the mod
Apply any needed save/unlock edits
Launch and test offline
Troubleshooting common issues
Keep game offline for modded play
Reverting changes
Alternative (console/legal) option
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