Raiden is one of the mainstays of the series, and as tradition goes, he returns for Mortal Kombat 1. He brings his usual moves and skills from the previous games with some new bells and whistles. So even if you find some similarities, he is primarily different. So whether you're a returning Raiden player looking to learn the Mortal Kombat 1 incarnation or a new player planning to use him, here are all the best Raiden moves and combos.
Mortal Kombat 1 – How to Play THE RAID (Guide, Combos and Tips)
While you may be itching to move on, you should know that Mortal Kombat 1 controls are labeled in a standardized way. Before proceeding, check out our linked guide here.
Raiden comes with many core moves. These attacks are your bread and butter and help you deal damage when you don't want to commit a risky combo. As such, here are some of Raiden's core moves that you should use:
Since Raiden uses Lightning to fight with his opponents, most of his specials use that skill. Here is a comprehensive list of the best Raiden specials in the game:
