And ratings have bested some of the typical juggernauts on the esports scene.įamiliarity with the characters isn't the only thing Injustice 2 has going for it. Simplicity of the game at face value and recognizable characters around the world explain why Ryan 'Dragon' Walker took home a $150,000 prize in November for his triumph in the ELEAGUE Injustice 2 World Championship, a feat later aired on TBS. The progress Injustice 2 has made as an esport speaks for itself. Combos unique to each character before even getting into the esports side makes for a rewarding experience as players progress.

Few characters play the same way, making for an easy-to-pick-up, hard-to-master offering where each encounter is a chess match of advanced techniques between close and long-range characters, as well as those who cover all distances. The same depth that propelled Injustice 2 deep into a pro scene of its own is a bit sped up for the new edition, adding another layer of strategy. The unrivaled combo system allowing for juggling, the in-depth environment interaction and sometimes violent stage transitions all remain and come into play from the onset of a bout. Injustice 2 still sits on the throne with a crown on its head.Įverything from the original is here.

While visuals are nice and should attract casual players of the esports scene, gameplay is king. The cut scenes rival the best graphics anywhere today, and the game is fluid as it all comes together during action on screen. The visuals in the original were immersive in their detail, an impressive feat considering the variety of the stages and the seemingly endless customization options for each character in an expansive cast.

Players of the base game know what they're getting here-one of the best looking fighting games on the market, if not one of the best looking games outright.

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