Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 was released in arcades in 1995 as an expanded version of Mortal Kombat 3, adding returning fighters and new arenas while keeping its fast, combo-heavy combat. The victory announcement is a staple of the series, with the announcer naming the winning fighter after each match, a format that later games kept and fans still quote. Clips like this circulate in fighting-game edits, reaction videos and retro gaming compilations because they instantly evoke the arcade era. Smoke's distinctive grey palette and ninja design helped make his victory line a favourite among longtime Mortal Kombat players.