Additionally, the game introduced the cap. To prevent infinites and runaway combos, the game would automatically break a combo and push the players apart if a sequence exceeded a certain damage limit. Brutal Fatalities and Stage Hazards
The storyline of Mortal Kombat 4 takes place after the events of Mortal Kombat 3. The game follows the character of Shinnok, the ruler of the Netherrealm, as he attempts to conquer Earthrealm. The game's story is told through a series of cutscenes and in-game dialogue, which sets the stage for the characters' motivations and actions. Mortal Kombat 4
In response, the thunder god assembles Earth's mightiest warriors to stop Shinnok's reign of terror. The game marked a notable departure from the street-level, urban "kombat" of Mortal Kombat 3 , returning to a more mystical, Eastern aesthetic reminiscent of the first two games, complete with stages like the eerily animated Laboratory, the atmospheric Castle Top, and the classic Pit. Additionally, the game introduced the cap