Killer Instinct is a 2D versus fighting game that takes place in the future. A powerful corporation called Ultratech organizes a tournament to settle a dispute between its experimental warriors. The corporation unleashes a creature known as Eyedol, an ancient warrior with two heads who was imprisoned along with his rival, Gargos.
Players choose from ten characters and engage in intense battles. The game features a unique fighting system that rewards players for landing multiple hits on their opponent. With the ability to perform high-scoring combos and execute powerful finishing moves, players must use strategy and skill to outmaneuver their foes. The game's soundtrack is inspired by techno music, adding to its energetic atmosphere.