Midway Games was an American video game developer and publisher known for creating popular arcade games in the 1980s and 1990s. Founded in 1988, the company gained fame for titles like Mortal Kombat, NBA Jam, and Gauntlet. Midway's games were characterized by their innovative gameplay and engaging graphics, which helped shape the arcade gaming industry. In 2009, Midway Games filed for bankruptcy and was subsequently acquired by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. The acquisition allowed Warner Bros. to inherit Midway's iconic franchises, continuing the legacy of games like Mortal Kombat while also revitalizing other classic titles.