Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition

On the PlayStation 4, Injustice: Gods Among Us is truly a thoroughly entertaining fighter that not only looks amazing but plays extremely well.

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story, gameplay

optimization, stability

86% User Score Based on 149,724 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 2 reviews

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"Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition" is a fighting game featuring DC Comics' iconic characters such as Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. This edition includes six new playable characters, over 30 new skins, and 60 new S.T.A.R. Labs missions. The game offers an original story where heroes and villains clash in epic battles in a world where the line between good and evil is blurred.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 13,810 reviews

story2.7k positive mentions

optimization62 negative mentions

The engaging narrative and well-developed characters create an immersive experience that feels like an interactive comic book.
The combat mechanics are smooth and satisfying, making it accessible for fans of fighting games.
The humor and character interactions add a fun element to the game, enhancing the overall enjoyment.

The story mode is relatively short and some players find it predictable or lacking depth.
The game suffers from significant technical issues, including bugs, glitches, and poor optimization, particularly on PC.
The monetization model relies heavily on microtransactions, which many players view as a cash grab that detracts from the overall experience.

story
5,548 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Injustice: Gods Among Us" is widely praised for its engaging narrative that explores an alternate universe where Superman becomes a tyrant after a personal tragedy, leading to a conflict with other heroes and villains. Players appreciate the cinematic presentation, well-developed characters, and voice acting, which enhance the overall experience, making it feel like an interactive comic book. However, some reviews note that the story mode is relatively short, typically taking around 4-6 hours to complete, and while it captivates many players, others find it predictable or lacking depth compared to the source material.
- “Each character feels unique, and their interactions bring the story to life.”
- “The story, characters, and iconic nature of the game make it worth playing, especially if you’re a fan of fighting games or the DC universe.”
- “The engaging storyline, coupled with impressive cutscenes and voice acting, makes for a truly immersive experience that will keep you hooked until the very end.”
- “The plot feels like it was written by a high school student who just discovered fanfiction, with clichéd dialogue and predictable twists that fail to engage players.”
- “With lackluster gameplay, a forgettable story, and a greedy monetization model, it fails to live up to the hype surrounding its release.”
- “The story mode is super short and sucks and there are many unfair fights that are incredibly hard to beat.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Injustice: Gods Among Us" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fun and engaging mechanics, particularly for fans of fighting games like Mortal Kombat. While the combat system is generally smooth and accessible, some players have noted issues with clunky controls, repetitive gameplay, and frustrating mechanics such as the wager system. Overall, the game offers a solid fighting experience with a compelling story, but it may not satisfy those seeking deeper or more innovative gameplay.
- “Gameplay is pretty solid, same kind of combo system as Mortal Kombat, so it's easy to learn and everything feels very fluid once you find your groove.”
- “The combat mechanics in Injustice: Gods Among Us are smooth, responsive, and highly satisfying.”
- “Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition is a fantastic fighting game that brilliantly merges the iconic characters of the DC universe with engaging gameplay mechanics and a compelling narrative.”
- “With lackluster gameplay, a forgettable story, and a greedy monetization model, it fails to live up to the hype surrounding its release.”
- “The gameplay is too slow and boring; I completed the story and uninstalled the game.”
- “The mechanics are clunky, the controls feel sloppy and imprecise, and for some strange reason the color palette is really flat.”
graphics
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The graphics of "Injustice: Gods Among Us" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they were impressive for their time, they now appear dated and lack the polish of modern titles. Some users appreciate the game's art style and character designs, finding them visually appealing despite their age, while others criticize the graphics as subpar, especially in comparison to newer games in the genre. Overall, the visuals are seen as a significant aspect of the game, contributing to its atmosphere, but they do not hold up well against contemporary standards.
- “For a game made in its time, the graphics and models hold up well.”
- “While they may not compare to modern visuals, they still look good and fit the game’s atmosphere.”
- “The graphics and animations, though dated, are visually pleasing.”
- “The graphics aged badly, the soundtrack is not good, if you even notice it.”
- “The graphics are quite bad and do not belong in the 2010s era of video games at all; we've had games like Ryse: Son of Rome then and this game looks like poo compared to them.”
- “The graphics are the worst aspect of the game.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, frame drops, and poor controller support on PC. While some users noted that it runs smoothly on older hardware, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, particularly for keyboard controls, leading to a frustrating experience for many players. Despite its engaging gameplay and storyline, the lack of proper optimization significantly detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Well written, runs smoothly on a 5-year-old PC with a GeForce 2080 graphics card.”
- “The PC port is pretty decent; no performance problems for me at all, and there are multiple anti-aliasing options available to choose from.”
- “Injustice; Ultimate Edition runs smoothly, smoother than the original one - giving a better run game.”
- “The graphical optimization is nonexistent and the game freezes and stutters in some places (generally when changing floor in the arena).”
- “This is the most poorly optimized and ported game I have ever played.”
- “The game is horribly optimized.”
music
193 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many users describing it as "only good, not great," and some noting that it fails to leave a lasting impression. While the soundtrack is often deemed fitting for the game's epic superhero battles, it is criticized for being unremarkable and sometimes even annoying over time. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience but does not stand out as a highlight.
- “Music, coupled with sound, adds even more epic to the game; everything around explodes, falls, breaks, cracks, makes noise, and all this is accompanied by a soundtrack that is very suitable for superhero battles.”
- “The music is also really good and matches the epic scale of the game well and really helps make the fights just feel incredibly awesome.”
- “The soundtrack was also very well done.”
- “The graphics aged badly, the soundtrack is not good, if you even notice it.”
- “The music just wasn't that impressive; it didn't feel like it added to the story or made the battles feel more intense.”
- “Sounds and music for this game don't produce anything special in general and are quite ordinary, in my opinion.”
stability
152 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues, particularly in the PC port. Players experience frequent freezing, unresponsive controls, and significant lag in online multiplayer, making the overall experience frustrating. While some enjoy the gameplay and story, the technical shortcomings detract significantly from the game's potential.
- “This game runs great.”
- “The game runs great with no problems and the graphics are awesome.”
- “- no glitches or crashes”
- “The game itself is a buggy mess - buttons randomly get stuck, resolutions don't save, and on multi-monitor setups with different resolutions the game will not go above 800x600, which means you need to disconnect monitors in order to play the game at a size large enough to not get eye strain.”
- “Even though the story is awesome, it is a horrible port. The gameplay is awful; sometimes it crashes or freezes in the middle of a cutscene, and sometimes it stops recognizing the controller. There is no way to close the game, not even with Alt+Tab, the Windows button, or Ctrl+Alt+Del.”
- “Fun game on Xbox or PlayStation, but when I picked it up on Steam, it was a laggy, non-functional mess. Very buggy, multiplayer barely works, and the list just goes on and on.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players highlighting the comedic elements of character interactions, over-the-top special moves, and dark humor, particularly from characters like the Joker and Harley Quinn. While some jokes and one-liners may lose their charm over time, the overall experience is described as funny and entertaining, contributing positively to the game's appeal. However, there are mixed feelings about certain aspects, such as repetitive dialogue and gameplay mechanics that can detract from the humor.
- “Great story, the banters of the characters right before the fights are hilarious, to say the least.”
- “The joker really steals the show in this game, the dark humor is fantastic, enjoy!”
- “It has a story mode, 300 challenges, other arcade modes, multiplayer and hilarious super moves for all playable characters (you will run over your opponents with the batmobile and throw pies in their face).”
- “The obligatory one-liner after each victory in the story comes off as kind of cringey and funny more than anything else.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its extensive unlockable content, varied character roster, and engaging multiplayer modes, which contribute to high replay value. However, others criticize the campaign's limited replayability and the lack of depth in single-player options, suggesting that while it offers fun for a few hours, it may not sustain long-term interest for all players. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable for both casual and dedicated fans, but its replayability can vary significantly based on individual preferences and play styles.
- “The ultimate edition also includes a wealth of additional content, such as extra characters, skins, and new story chapters, providing even more variety and replayability.”
- “The sheer amount of unlockable content makes the replay value quite high (and also gives you a reason to practice those finishing moves to perfection).”
- “Lots of replayability, many side challenges, and tons of playable characters.”
- “However, the campaign itself is a series of fights against AI with some button-mashing cutscenes thrown in there, not the most replayable aside from the cinematic experience of it.”
- “As an action/fighting game, it is really bad and non-replayable at all.”
- “With a campaign of low replayability, limitations of other single-player options, and a nearly unplayable dead multiplayer, the overall package is dragged well down.”
grinding
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Players overwhelmingly find the grinding in this game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring an unrealistic time commitment to reach higher levels or unlock rewards. Many reviews suggest that the grinding experience detracts from overall enjoyment, with some noting that it feels like a waste of time. While some aspects are less grindy than previous installments, the consensus is that the game still demands too much farming for its rewards, leading to frustration.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A lot of grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding them out is a truly awful gameplay experience, which I think the devs realized since the skins we'd normally have to unlock there come pre-unlocked in this version.”
- “Be warned that some of the achievements, especially 'top rung,' require grinding out battles with the entire roster of fighters.”
- “Injustice requires too much farming for their rewards.”
character development
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Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the character designs and story as engaging and well-executed, while others criticize certain designs as subpar or inconsistent. The overall sentiment highlights a blend of strong character portrayals and voice acting, but also notes that some designs, particularly for key characters like Superman and Batman, fall short. Additionally, the game's graphics and character animations are seen as dated, impacting the overall impression of character development.
- “The story is amazing and the character design is epic.”
- “I really love the character design and the story.”
- “Character design and voice acting are top notch.”
- “It's all drab, low saturation, the character designs are disgusting and the faces, oh god, the faces are even worse than Marvel vs Capcom Infinite.”
- “Furthermore, a lot of character designs are hit or miss.”
- “Lastly, the character design is off in some ways.”
monetization
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The monetization model in "Injustice: Gods Among Us" has been heavily criticized for its reliance on microtransactions, which many players view as a cash grab that detracts from the overall experience. While some acknowledge the potential for customization, the pervasive nature of in-game purchases for character skins and currency has led to disappointment, overshadowing the game's gameplay and story. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as greedy and detrimental to the game's enjoyment.
- “It has substantial customization without predatory microtransactions and a good variety between characters.”
- “Injustice 2 is definitely better, even with all the DLCs and microtransactions; let's hope that one gets free too.”
- “But the game has a flaw in the story and intros when going into a battle; there are a few microtransactions, but they're mostly for skins for alternate characters.”
- “Injustice: Gods Among Us is littered with microtransactions, from character skins to in-game currency, turning what could have been a fun distraction into a shameless cash grab.”
- “With lackluster gameplay, a forgettable story, and a greedy monetization model, it fails to live up to the hype surrounding its release.”
- “This was nothing more than a cash grab that could have been so much more.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Injustice: Gods Among Us" is highlighted by its intense and turbulent narrative, which resonates deeply with fans of the DC universe, creating a compelling backdrop for the game's confrontations. Players describe the story as a heart-wrenching rollercoaster that adds significant emotional weight to the gameplay, despite some criticisms regarding its coherence and pacing. Overall, the game successfully immerses players in its emotional landscape, making it a memorable experience.
- “This premise sets the stage for intense confrontations between heroes and villains, adding emotional weight to each fight.”
- “Injustice: Gods Among Us is a thrilling and heart-wrenching game if you know anything about the DC universe.”
- “This game consists of captivating fights, an emotional story, and a whole new look at the DC universe.”
- “Boring storyline, also makes no sense, even by superhero standards.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning visuals, immersive sound design, and engaging environments, which contribute to a rich and dynamic experience. Players appreciate the unique blend of character variety and interactive settings, although some note that pacing issues can detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the game successfully creates a captivating atmosphere that enhances both the single-player story and multiplayer interactions.
- “Very good single player; story and atmosphere is fantastic.”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, and music are incredible, actually has 'soul' and ambiance.”
- “Its stunning atmosphere goes hand in hand with precise controls, impacting moves and a solid online presence.”
- “This really kills the atmosphere.”
- “That extra few seconds between the rounds just takes something away from the atmosphere.”
- “An enjoyable fighter game from the guys who brought Mortal Kombat into this land, Injustice takes big action to another level, for instance, being punched through the atmosphere/moon/batcave/anything else you can fly into.”

79%Critics’ scoreBased on 2 critic reviews

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5h Median play time

11h Average play time

5h Main story

24h Completionist

4-8h Spent by most gamers

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