The Infinite Black 2
- June 16, 2023
- Spellbook
- 31h median play time
Get on Steam"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.
Reviews
- 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 player feedback, fostering a strong community that supports new players and enhances the overall experience.
- It is a cross-platform game that can be played on various devices, making it accessible and convenient for players to enjoy anytime.
- The game has a toxic community with instances of harassment and inappropriate behavior, which can deter new players from fully enjoying the experience.
- There are significant grind elements, making progression feel slow and potentially frustrating, especially for those who prefer a more casual gaming experience.
- The monetization model includes pay-to-win aspects, where players can buy tech points to progress faster, creating an imbalance between paying and non-paying players.
- grinding22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is generally described as grindy, with players noting that while it requires significant resource gathering and leveling, it offers a rewarding sense of progress through farming and crafting. Many reviews highlight the supportive community within corporations that can alleviate some of the grind, and while some find it excessive, others appreciate the depth and engagement it provides, especially for fans of traditional MMO grinding. Overall, the grind is seen as a core aspect of the experience, with varying opinions on its intensity.
“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.”
“Grindy: there are a lot of things to level up in the game: ship, player, corporation structures, crafting skills, gears, etc.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is accessible and easy to learn, yet offers depth and complexity as players progress, featuring a variety of ships, maps, and mechanics. While it is a mobile game with simpler mechanics compared to PC titles, it includes engaging elements like PvP, crafting, and a deep combat system. However, some players note a lack of updates and a disconnect between the game's theme and its mechanics.
“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.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple yet functional, with some players noting that they may not be a significant factor in the overall experience. While the visuals are not particularly advanced, they complement the unique gameplay and robust systems in place. Overall, the graphics are considered decent for a PvP space game, and players are encouraged to look beyond the visuals to appreciate the depth of the game.
“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).”
- story5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal or non-existent, with players noting a lack of narrative content and a focus on gameplay mechanics rather than storytelling. The slow pace of movement and reliance on missions for progression further detracts from any potential story engagement.
“The game has virtually no story.”
“It's a very slow game where it can take several minutes to cover distance unless you use quick jumps, which cost 'tech points' earned through actions and missions.”
“There are no missions to engage with.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is mixed; while it leans towards a pay-to-win structure typical of mobile games, it also offers a refreshing experience by avoiding energy meters, timers, and excessive microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the MMO without penalties for gameplay.
“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, especially since the mobile version does not have ads.”
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be excessive, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 audio settings and screen layouts to enhance their experience.
“Not a very engaging game, but it has a great soundtrack and blowing up ships is always fun!”
“Use the in-game settings to customize your experience, including music volume and ship display options.”
