The N64 version exclusively features a 3-on-3 team mode, adding a layer of strategy to the standard ladder.

Despite the compression, the N64 version often looks "cleaner" with less pixelation on larger screens, though it lacks some of the digitized frames and background animations found on the PlayStation.

One area where the N64 ROM reigns supreme is . While CD-based consoles forced players to wait between fights or even during Shang Tsung’s morphs, the N64 version is nearly instantaneous. This "zero-load" experience makes the N64 version the preferred choice for players who want the fastest possible pace.