The realm of a superhero is a precarious one. When one possesses ungodly powers capable of freezing objects, reading and manipulating minds or just simply being immortal, questions will arise. Is it probably that even these superheroes are capable of making mistakes? Will their mindset change over time?
As the old saying goes 'power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely'. What would our lives be like if we switched on the news and saw a massive green skinned monstrosity rampaging through a city thoroughly driven by rage with nothing on this earth or indeed in the universe actually capable of stopping such a beast?
Injustice: Gods Among Us tells us of one such tale where heroes and villains from the DC universe are forced to choose between two unenviable factions. One the one hand, the mighty indestructible Kal El and on the other the unyieldingly twisted Bruce Wayne aka Batman. Both set on a collision course by the maniacal deeds of the deviously insane Joker.
The premise is not one that has been explored countless times by DC themselves. But in this fabulous fusion between the comic giant and Netherrealm Studios comes a terrific story executed in the brilliant style that revived the Mortal Kombat series in a way that only Tobias and Boon could have concocted.
There is a series of options that allow players to fully appreciate and enjoy this brutal beat em up that easily gives Capcom, SEGA, Namco and SNK Playmore a run for their money. This is light years beyond the experimental crossover where Mortal Kombat took on the unassailable members of the Justice League.
Much like MK9, Injustice's story mode puts you in the tight spandex of a myriad of DC Super Heroes, each moving the epic story along to its devastating conclusion. The Ultimate Edition bundles all the DLCs to create the total package. Additional characters like Lobo, Martian Manhunter, Zaltanna and even a special guest who every fighting game fan the world over will instantly recognize.
Other modes include the favourite PvP mode along with a comprehensive and well thought out online mode.
The graphics are, in a word, a work of art. With the help on the great Jim Lee, Netherrealm have created some of the most astonishing DC characters that are just brilliantly animated. The fight animation is simply superb and the ingenious interactive battle arenas can make or break a heated battle. One particular favourite of mine is where players can send their opponents crashing into the private cell of Gotham's most reviled mad men, all of which take none to kindly to the hapless fool who busts in to their space.
The developers have put special effort into creating 'the meter' and allowing it to have a variety of uses besides the obvious OTT desperation attack. With the meter filled up, players can opt to utilise the meter burn specials that add a bit more pain to an otherwise standard special move. Meters can also be used to initiate a power clash of sorts where players must wager their built up meter for a heavy offensive attack or a strong defensive manoeuvre. Of course, the best way to use the meter is to fill it to the brim and unleash a stunning, highly damaging desperation attack that will knock the stuffing's out of any opponent.
This Ultimate Edition is a must for any beat em up fan who enjoy the technical complexities of games like the King of Fighters series. Although, lacking the through precision of said royal game, it allows novices to quickly pick up the game and have the confidence to go up against the veterans.
As a kid, I grew up on a lot of Justice League and I can safely say this is one carefully crafted piece of work for people who love comics and beat em ups.
Injustice: Ultimate Edition
Rating
As the old saying goes 'power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely'. What would our lives be like if we switched on the news and saw a massive green skinned monstrosity rampaging through a city thoroughly driven by rage with nothing on this earth or indeed in the universe actually capable of stopping such a beast?
Injustice: Gods Among Us tells us of one such tale where heroes and villains from the DC universe are forced to choose between two unenviable factions. One the one hand, the mighty indestructible Kal El and on the other the unyieldingly twisted Bruce Wayne aka Batman. Both set on a collision course by the maniacal deeds of the deviously insane Joker.
The premise is not one that has been explored countless times by DC themselves. But in this fabulous fusion between the comic giant and Netherrealm Studios comes a terrific story executed in the brilliant style that revived the Mortal Kombat series in a way that only Tobias and Boon could have concocted.
There is a series of options that allow players to fully appreciate and enjoy this brutal beat em up that easily gives Capcom, SEGA, Namco and SNK Playmore a run for their money. This is light years beyond the experimental crossover where Mortal Kombat took on the unassailable members of the Justice League.
Much like MK9, Injustice's story mode puts you in the tight spandex of a myriad of DC Super Heroes, each moving the epic story along to its devastating conclusion. The Ultimate Edition bundles all the DLCs to create the total package. Additional characters like Lobo, Martian Manhunter, Zaltanna and even a special guest who every fighting game fan the world over will instantly recognize.
Other modes include the favourite PvP mode along with a comprehensive and well thought out online mode.
The graphics are, in a word, a work of art. With the help on the great Jim Lee, Netherrealm have created some of the most astonishing DC characters that are just brilliantly animated. The fight animation is simply superb and the ingenious interactive battle arenas can make or break a heated battle. One particular favourite of mine is where players can send their opponents crashing into the private cell of Gotham's most reviled mad men, all of which take none to kindly to the hapless fool who busts in to their space.
The developers have put special effort into creating 'the meter' and allowing it to have a variety of uses besides the obvious OTT desperation attack. With the meter filled up, players can opt to utilise the meter burn specials that add a bit more pain to an otherwise standard special move. Meters can also be used to initiate a power clash of sorts where players must wager their built up meter for a heavy offensive attack or a strong defensive manoeuvre. Of course, the best way to use the meter is to fill it to the brim and unleash a stunning, highly damaging desperation attack that will knock the stuffing's out of any opponent.
This Ultimate Edition is a must for any beat em up fan who enjoy the technical complexities of games like the King of Fighters series. Although, lacking the through precision of said royal game, it allows novices to quickly pick up the game and have the confidence to go up against the veterans.
As a kid, I grew up on a lot of Justice League and I can safely say this is one carefully crafted piece of work for people who love comics and beat em ups.
Injustice: Ultimate Edition
Rating
