The Infinite Black 2

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The Infinite Black 2 is a multiplayer open world role playing game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Spellbook and was released on June 16, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Infinite Black 2" is a sequel to the popular online space adventure game, where players can captain ships, hunt aliens, trade resources, and form corporations. The game features a single cross-platform server connecting thousands of players on desktop and mobile devices, with exclusive Steam gifts including 7 days of XP bonus, custom Captain Titles, and a Scorpion Retro Ship Skin. Join the intergalactic war and earn thousands of achievements in this immersive space exploration game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 340 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding43 negative mentions

The game offers thousands of hours of fun with a relaxing yet engaging gameplay experience, allowing players to customize their ships and engage in both PvE and PvP.
The developer is highly active and responsive to community feedback, fostering a supportive and helpful player community.
It is a cross-platform game that can be played on multiple devices, making it accessible and convenient for players.

The game has a toxic community, with instances of harassment and a lack of moderation that can deter new players.
Progression can be very slow and grindy, with some players feeling overwhelmed by the amount of learning required and the repetitive nature of gameplay.
There are concerns about pay-to-win elements, as players can purchase tech points that significantly enhance their progress and power in the game.

grinding
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely regarded as grindy, with players noting that resource gathering and leveling up various aspects such as ships and crafting skills can be time-consuming. However, many appreciate the sense of progress and community support available through corporations, which can alleviate some of the grind. While some find it excessively grindy, others feel it strikes a balance, offering enjoyable farming and item drop mechanics that enhance the overall experience.
- “A bit too grindy for my taste.”
- “Be warned, this game is extremely grindy and the player base is incredibly small even for an indie game.”
- “☑ you'll need a second life for grinding.”
gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
61%
13%
The gameplay is accessible and easy to learn, yet offers depth and intricacies that enhance the experience as players progress. While it features simple mechanics centered around spaceship combat on a grid, the game introduces a variety of maps, ships, and complex systems, making it more engaging than its predecessor. However, some players feel the game lacks updates and that its space theme is superficial, as the core mechanics could apply to any setting.
- “It is easy to pick up and learn but also has a ton of intricacies to it that allow for unique gameplay as you level up.”
- “Powerful corporations and warring factions, PvP and PvE, open market and auction house, crafting, and genuinely challenging gameplay hide a deep combat system and create many opportunities for skill gaps to arise.”
- “Ozy managed to take a lot of the elements from the Infinite Black 1 and improve upon them and add new amazing mechanics to an already very addicting game.”
- “As for the actual gameplay... it's a mobile game, so don't expect anything of PC quality.”
- “It's very simple mechanically; you have spaceships, you kill enemy spaceships on a grid by clicking them and auto-attacking them, occasionally using an ability if you have a ship with one.”
- “Sadly, there is a severe lack of updates for core gameplay and meta changes with ship builds.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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The graphics of the game are described as simple yet decent, with some players noting that they may not be a significant factor in the overall experience. While the visuals are straightforward, they do not detract from the unique gameplay and robust systems in place. Overall, the graphics are functional and serve the game's design, but they are not a standout feature.
- “Graphics are different and gameplay is unique.”
- “Don't let the graphics fool you; where you see simple, there is a robust system behind it.”
- “Decent graphics.”
- “Upon logging in, players told me that there is a free PC version and the Steam version just gives you 7 days of experience bonus and a couple of cosmetics... so $7 for 7 days of experience bonus and a couple of cosmetics in a game where graphics barely matter.”
- “Fairly simple yet deep PvP space game with simple graphics.”
- “If you don't feel bad about its graphics, give it a try and join our corporation (Project Genesis).”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a significant story, with users noting that it primarily focuses on gameplay mechanics rather than narrative development. Players find the experience slow-paced, often requiring the use of "tech points" to expedite movement, but there are few missions to engage with. Overall, the absence of a compelling story detracts from the overall experience.
- “☐ no story”
- “No missions.”
- “A very slow game where it can take several minutes to cover distance unless you use quick jump costing 'tech points' earned via actions and missions and achievements.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is mixed; while some users expect a pay-to-win structure typical of mobile games, others appreciate the absence of energy meters, timers, and intrusive microtransactions, highlighting that it allows for a more enjoyable experience without penalizing players.
- “No energy meters, no timers, no obnoxious microtransactions, no pay-to-win, no nonsense - an MMO that doesn't penalize you for playing.”
- “The pay-to-win model is somewhat expected since it seems to be mainly a mobile game, and that's the way the developers make money since the mobile version does not have ads.”
- “The pay-to-win model is somewhat expected since it seems to be mainly a mobile game, and that's the way the developers make money since the mobile version does not have ads.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack is well-received, providing an enjoyable backdrop despite the overall lack of engagement in gameplay. Players appreciate the ability to customize music volume and other settings to enhance their experience.
- “Not a very engaging game, but still a good soundtrack and blowing up ships—what's not to like?”
- “Use the in-game settings to customize your screen, music volume, ship display size, and locations.”