Unveiling the Origins and Generosity of Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat

Johnny Cage, one of the iconic characters in the Mortal Kombat franchise, has a fascinating origin story. Originally conceived as a stand-in for Jean-Claude Van Damme, Johnny Cage represented the audience's perspective in the supernatural tournament. He was instrumental in the creation of Mortal Kombat's defining feature, the Fatality. Despite dying canonically and experiencing multiple resurrections, Johnny Cage remains a beloved character known for his Hollywood attitude and comic relief. His name was changed from Michael Grimm to Johnny Cage, and his character design and moves evolved over time. The developers initially had reservations about the Fatality moves but were encouraged to push the boundaries. Johnny Cage's popularity and absence from Mortal Kombat 3 led to his temporary death, but he was brought back in subsequent games.