I was always just interested in the core MK games. I had no interest in that Special Forces game with Jax, either. I know for a fact that one is shit, though. I'd definitely like to try Monks out, though. I'm going to check my local shop for a copy. I didn't even know it had multiplayer.
Really good story
Bomb af gameplay, especially with a second player
TEN FUCKING FATALITIES PER CHARACTER (the 2 main characters at least), TAG TEAM FATALITIES, MULTALITIES AND BRUTALITIES
Tons of unblockables, which means hella replayability
Versus mode with most of the characters you encounter in story mode
Hidden boss fights
Comes with a full version of MK2 (gotta unlock it tho I think)
Swag af combos
RPG elements when it comes to leveling up your character and moves
And a hell of alot more. The game is fun my dude. Can't believe you missed out on it. Pick it up asap. I promise you wont be disappointed.
And this obviously means I vote for SM2. Shit is WAAAYYYYY overdue.