10 Video Games You Should Play On Easy

Another one of those classic games where developers have made everything deliberately OP, Mortal Kombat is definitely the hardest instalment in the long-running franchise to date. Grinding up the ladder is where this scripting really becomes most apparent, with it quickly becoming clear by the second or third opponent that things with the scaling aren't quite balanced.

With Mortal Kombat II, it doesn't seem to matter which character players play as, or who they come up against, the game will find a way of countering every move they make and ensure that their special moves never hit. Shang Tsung in particular has established a reputation within the community as being an absolute nightmare.

Beating the ladder feels almost impossible on the harder difficulties and, even on the ultra-easy modes, requires some insane levels of game know-how and constant tinkering. The 'jump kick back' strategy is probably the best way of overcoming most opponents, but that soon feels more like exploiting the mechanics of the game rather than actually overcoming anyone with much skill. All in all, for a more enjoyable and fair experience, the easy mode is a player's best bet.