How to Get the Original Mortal Kombat for Free and Keep It Forever

To commemorate the theatrical release of Mortal Kombat 2, Warner Bros. and Microsoft have teamed up to offer the 2021 series reboot for free. However, there is a catch: you must commit to using Bing as your search engine for seven consecutive days to secure the digital copy.

This promotional campaign is being hosted via Microsoft Rewards. By completing a special “punch card” consisting of various tasks related to the franchise, fans can claim the film at no cost. Here is what you need to complete to earn your free copy:

1. Watch the latest Mortal Kombat 2 trailer.
2. Download the official Mortal Kombat 2 Bing wallpaper.
3. Visit the Xbox Store page for Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition.
4. View Mortal Kombat 2 showtimes on Fandango.
5. Browse the Mortal Kombat 2 soundtrack on Spotify.
6. Perform a Bing search on seven different days.

The initial five requirements are straightforward and can be wrapped up in mere minutes simply by clicking through the links on the rewards dashboard. The true challenge is the search requirement, which necessitates a bit of patience since you must spread your searches over a full week.

Admittedly, Bing isn’t exactly a favorite for most power users. I hadn’t touched the search engine in years before embarking on this quest for a free movie. Fortunately, you have plenty of breathing room, as the promotion remains active until June 30.

If you can tolerate the minor inconvenience of switching search engines, it’s a simple way to acquire an entertaining action flick. I appreciate the modern Mortal Kombat films for their self-aware campiness; they don’t pretend to be anything they aren’t. They deliver the high-octane spectacle and signature fatalities that define the brand, which is exactly what I’m looking for.

Alternatively, if you aren’t concerned with digital ownership and just want to catch up before heading to the cinema for the sequel, the 2021 film is currently available to stream on HBO Max.

Source: Polygon