Midway Chicago's staff had lost around 20-30 people as of last week. It sounded pretty bad and considering they're team responsible for the Mortal Kombat (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3) franchise. Have the cuts compromised the next MK game? Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon had some words about this.

I never thought I'd see the day when Fatalities aren't set ablaze, mutilated, or even look like they hurt at all. Ed Boon shares his thoughts on Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3), and how difficult it was to mellow the bloodthirsty MK folks down to kid-friendly DC level.

Four new characters have been announced for Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3), two from each side, and they should bring in some interesting play mechanics that ought to spice things up.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the latest installment to the Mortal Kombat series was pushed to the sidelines when Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3) became a done deal between Midway and Detective Comics. Series creator Ed Boon confirmed this himself. Read more in the full article.

Ed Boon, co-creator of the Mortal Kombat series of video games, recently spoke about the upcoming Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3). He clarified that every character in the game will be getting finishing maneuvers, as well as gave out more information regarding what content they plan on unveiling at this year's E3. For more on this, head on over to the full article.

No fatalities in Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe? Not so, says Mortal Kombat series co-creator Ed Boon. The game will include fatalities, but they will be strictly adhering to a T rating. More details in the full article.

There are certain crossover stories that just don't seem to make sense at first glance. For those of you who may be confused about Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe, Midway's Ed Boon's has this piece of advice: play the game's story mode and things will make sense.

That's not all the Boon had to say about the game, though. Cross over to the full article after the jump for more information and a video interview.

"The best laid plans of mice and men oft go awry" - famous words by poet Robert Burns. Ed Boon of Midway can probably identify with that. The father of the Mortal Kombat series had always wanted to make a crossover game. Thing is, his original idea didn't quite come to pass. Find out why in the full article after the jump.

Midway Games has recently revealed that Mortal Kombat is still right on schedule for its next-gen revival. It seems the gears are in motion. A mysterious website with the Mortal Kombat logo has just emerged with a countdown. What could it mean? More details over at the full article.

Marvel Vs. Capcom. Capcom Vs. SNK. Namco x Capcom. What will be the next versus game that will pit two well-known franchises against each other? According to the rumors going around recently, there are talks of a next-gen versus title that will make Mortal Kombat go against a yet-unnamed well-established franchise.

Sounds a bit too incredible? We don't blame you. However, Mortal Kombat resource site TRMK states that their sources have confirmed that the latest Mortal Kombat title to hit the next-gen consoles will be indeed a versus title. But what could the other franchise be? Some say that it will be the DC Universe, but that idea may be a bit too farfetched what with Mortal Kombat known to be a bit too bloody for its own good.

This mystery Mortal Kombat title is slated to be released for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 late next year, according to series co-creator Ed Boon.

Certainly an interesting news from the rumor bin. Will this turn out to be true? Stay tuned for details.