Mortal Kombat X Guide: How to Play Liu Kang

Dualist

Liu Kang’s Dualist variation grants him dominion over both his light and dark sides. Not only does this variation change his appearance on screen as Liu Kang switches between both, it also changes the effect of his abilities. Light allows for some healing, while Dark increases the hurt. Perfect for those wanting to add a bit of Ikaruga‘s flair to their battles.

Bicycle Kick: Forward, Back, Forward, Circle

Flying Dragon Kick: Back, Forward, Triangle

Dragon’s Roar: Down, Back, Triangle

Light Metamorphosis: Down, Down, Square

Dark Metamorphosis: Down, Down, Square

 

Flame Fist

Flame Fist adds a bit of heat to Liu Kang’s attacks. This variation gives him Fireaball, and Shaolin Flame abilities, upping his ranged battle prowess and increasing his damage respectively. Flame Fist adds a nice balance to Liu Kang, making this variation useful for players who like to switch things up on the fly.

Fireball: Back, Forward, Square

Flying Dragon Kick: Back, Forward, Triangle

Dragon’s Roar: Down, Back, Triangle

Windmill Punch: Forward, Back, Forward, Circle

Shaolin Flame: Down, Down, Square

Dragon Parry: Down, Back, X

 

Dragon’s Fire

Liu Kang’s Dragon’s Fire variation builds upon Flame Fist by making the ranged fire attack more powerful. Liu Kang also gains a flying kick that is perfect for closing the distance between him and opponents who find comfort away from combat.

Bicycle Kick: Forward, Back, Forward, Circle

Dragon’s Roar: Down, Back, Triangle

Dragon Fire: Back, Forward, Square

Double Dragon Kick: Back, Forward, Triangle

 

X-Ray and Finishers

Fatalities:

1. (Close-range) Down, Down, Back, Forward, Forward
2. (Close-range) Back, Forward, Down, Up

Brutalities:

1. R2

X-Ray (L2+R2 with full meter)

Liu Kang’s X-Ray attack begins with an attack to your opponents gut. It’s a quick punch so it is not to difficult to get off but it is still blockable. It also doesn’t have a very long range. Do not trigger Liu Kang’s X-Ray if you are more than 2 steps away from the opponent.