The Thread of Injustice

[zeptron]

Batman, Robin, The Joker, Harley Quinn, Catwoman, Bane, Poison Ivy, Mr Freeze, Scarecrow... That's a ton of Batman characters (almost 1/3 of the launch roster)!! Seriously hoping Freeze is just a skin for Captain Cold and Scarecrow isn't in the game (seriously?). Outside of those two, I'm cool with the other choices.

What's wrong with Scarecrow? He could have an interesting moveset using a scythe, needle glove, fear gas teleports, fear gas bombs, summoning creatures based on nightmares, different debuffs could be applied depending on what toxin he uses. He could mess with the opposing characters' buttons via specific toxins.

I mean when it comes to Batman villains, I've seen people suggest characters like Two-Face, Black Mask and Hush. And I can't help but shake my head there.

 

[ProjectPat2280]

What's wrong with Scarecrow? He could have an interesting moveset using a scythe, needle glove, fear gas teleports, fear gas bombs, summoning creatures based on nightmares, different debuffs could be applied depending on what toxin he uses. He could mess with the opposing characters' buttons via specific toxins.

I mean when it comes to Batman villains, I've seen people suggest characters like Two-Face, Black Mask and Hush. And I can't help but shake my head there.

I think people just get too hung up on who a particular character has ties to, vs rather that character would make for a good fighter. Its the wrong approach to take for a game like this.

 

[Juan1193]

What's wrong with Scarecrow? He could have an interesting moveset using a scythe, needle glove, fear gas teleports, fear gas bombs, summoning creatures based on nightmares, different debuffs could be applied depending on what toxin he uses. He could mess with the opposing characters' buttons via specific toxins.

I mean when it comes to Batman villains, I've seen people suggest characters like Two-Face, Black Mask and Hush. And I can't help but shake my head there.

I'd rather they use a character like Spectre or Phantom Stranger for something like that instead of another Batman character. It seems they didn't learn from the complaints they got for the first game having way too many Batman characters. Should have just made a Batverse fighting title if you were going to include so may of his characters...

 

[zeptron]

I'd rather they use a character like Spectre or Phantom Stranger for something like that instead of another Batman character. It seems they didn't learn from the complaints they got for the first game having way too many Batman characters. Should have just made a Batverse fighting title if you were going to include so may of his characters...

I can understand that and I agree it would be nice to have more variety. Thing is, to most casual players, Batman is their DC universe. The Batman universe alone has more characters they'd recognize than any other major DC hero. Though this is mainly because WB/DC give him so much exposure and the other DC heroes don't get as much. Though people may recognize some characters from Superman as well.

They do have to appeal to the casual fanbase somehow. As they make up the majority of the sales. One of the reasons why Street Fighter 5 is struggling in sales is because tried to appeal to the hardcore fanbase more.

 

[BlueLanternKal]

I think that's why they're doing the Ultimate Edition. Even if two of those characters are Spawn and Hellboy that's still 7 slots for non-Batman characters. I'm hoping for GLC, JLD, TT characters to round out the roster.

 

[Joe Von Zombie]

I can understand that and I agree it would be nice to have more variety. Thing is, to most casual players, Batman is their DC universe. The Batman universe alone has more characters they'd recognize than any other major DC hero. Though this is mainly because WB/DC give him so much exposure and the other DC heroes don't get as much. Though people may recognize some characters from Superman as well.

They do have to appeal to the casual fanbase somehow. As they make up the majority of the sales. One of the reasons why Street Fighter 5 is struggling in sales is because tried to appeal to the hardcore fanbase more.

Nailed it. Capcom's decision to release that game incomplete just to have it out before Evo was one of the worst decisions they have made in recent memory.

 

[X Knight]

A friendly neighborhood reminder that the official Watchtower live stream happens today, 1/24/17, at 2 PM Central.

https://www.injustice.com/
https://www.twitch.tv/netherrealm

 

[Mister J]

Gotta be that Ambush Bug reveal.

 

[zeptron]

https://i.imgur.com/hFI4GzV.mp4

 

[Mister J]

I didn't really like that bit about the DLC characters from the first game not being on the main roster ("though it doesn't mean you won't see them in the future") re J'onn, but it also seemed pretty CYA and not concrete.

 

[Mindreaper21]

Even Damien is way better than Batman. I'm really starting to dislike this game so far.

 

[X Knight]

did the stream make any mention or hint of Raven?

 

[Mister J]

No. Not really much of anything there other than the couple of fight streams and news of the first wave of beta invites going out today.

 

[X Knight]

^ thanks.

 

[Joe Von Zombie]

Gear is RNG generated might be a big deal to some folks.

 

[Supa]

The game's got an aesthetic going with the costumes, and I can respect that, but man I think the costumes are really ugly.

I'm sure the customizable armor has something to do with it, but like from what we've seen of Superman's costume, the close up of Robin in the new trailer, and Batman in the new trailer... Doesn't look great.

 

[zenith16]

Even Damien is way better than Batman. I'm really starting to dislike this game so far.

sad to see that. Here's you tube version attached to an article




PlayStation 4, Xbox One
[FONT=&quot]Injustice 2 adds Robin[/FONT]
Published 7 hours ago. 29 comments.

Batman's crime-fighting partner joins the fray.

Robin will be a playable character in Injustice 2, Warner Bros. and NetherRealm Studios announced.


Previously announced playable characters include Aquaman, Atrocitus, Batman, Blue Beetle, Darkseid (pre-order bonus), Deadshot, Flash, Gorilla Grodd, Harley Quinn, Supergirl, Superman, and Wonder Woman.
Injustice 2 is due out for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on May 16.




Watch the Robin reveal trailer below.
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PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Clips, Fighting Games, Injustice 2, NetherRealm Studios, Trailers, Warner Bros.​

source: Gematsu

 

[Mad Ones]

I dont get the costume complaints. They're customizable.

 

[ProjectPat2280]

The game's got an aesthetic going with the costumes, and I can respect that, but man I think the costumes are really ugly.

I'm sure the customizable armor has something to do with it, but like from what we've seen of Superman's costume, the close up of Robin in the new trailer, and Batman in the new trailer... Doesn't look great.

It's a fighter. The outfits aren't important. Plus they'll have plenty of classic outfits I'm sure.

 

[ProjectPat2280]

Even Damien is way better than Batman. I'm really starting to dislike this game so far.

Better how? Looks? That's subjective.

 

[Omegabat]

I think people just get too hung up on who a particular character has ties to, vs rather that character would make for a good fighter. Its the wrong approach to take for a game like this.

This, there are thousands of characters in DC, they cant please everyone. Someone mentioned Azrael and Cassndra Cain over Scarecrow which is just ridiculous because Damian Wayne is already in it and he's both put together.

 

[NongEyeGong]

Batman Beyond cowl is confirmed as a piece of gear. Really looking forward to the customization options in this game, already have the Ultimate Edition preordered.

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[zenith16]

Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2, Tekken 7, Smash Bros., SFV, KoF XIV, And More Announced For EVO 2017. January 24, 2017 . 8:00pm

Tekken 7, Street Figther V, Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/Melee, Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2, The King of Fighters IV, Injustice 2, BlazBlue: Central Fiction, and a ninth title to be voted in by fans revealed for EVO 2017’s lineup.

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EVO organizer Joey “Mr. Wizard” Cuellar and fighting games pro Mike Ross got together to announce the lineup for this year’s Evolution Championship Series, EVO 2017, with 8 titles including a ninth slot for a game that’ll be voted in by the fans.

The confirmed EVO 2017 roster of fighting games are:​

• Tekken 7
• Street Fighter V
• Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
• Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2
• The King of Fighters XIV
• Injustice 2
• BlazBlue: Central Fiction
• Super Smash Bros. Melee

It should also be noted that this year we’ll see a switch in schedule for the Super Smash Bros. games with Super Smash Bros. Melee’s finals taking place on Saturday and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U’s taking place on Sunday with the other main titles. Street Fighter V, BlazBlue: Central Fiction, Tekken 7, and the ninth title to be voted in by fans will also have their finals on Sunday of EVO 2017 weekend. The full schedule will be announced on a later date.

The following is a look at the titles that fans will vote on to get into the ninth slot for EVO 2017:


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• Mortal Kombat XL
• Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
• Skullgirls
• Pokkén Tournament
• Killer Instinct
• Super Street Figther II Turbo
• ARMS
• Windjammers
• Nidhogg

EVO 2016 is scheduled to take place from July 14th through July 16th at the Mandalay Bay hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Read more stories about ARMS & BlazBlue Central Fiction & Guilty Gear Xrd Rev 2 & Injustice 2 & Killer Instinct & Mortal Kombat XL & Nidhogg & Nintendo Switch & PlayStation 4 & Pokkén Tournament & Skullgirls & Street Fighter V & Super Smash Bros. Melee & Super Smash Bros. Wii U & Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD & Tekken 7 & The King of Fighters XIV & Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 & Wii U & Windjammers on Siliconera.​

source: Siliconera​

 

[X Knight]

This, there are thousands of characters in DC, they cant please everyone. Someone mentioned Azrael and Cassndra Cain over Scarecrow which is just ridiculous because Damian Wayne is already in it and he's both put together.

why is it ridiculous to want Cassandra Cain? She's a character I personally want to see.

I agree after watching the Robin gameplay, he's pretty much how I envisioned Cass to play like - agile ninja with sword and batarang attacks. I would have added grappling gun attacks to the mix.

So, while I think Robin looks pretty cool, I am a bit disappointed because that does lessen the chance for Cass.

And I actually have no real problem with Scarecrow - I think they could turn him into an interesting fighter. I don't think I'd ever use him, but that doesn't mean he can't be included.

It's just that, if that leaked roster is true, there aren't a whole lot of characters I'm really interested in. Aside from Supergirl and Superman ( who's bad ), none of my favorite characters made the initial roster.

 

[Omegabat]

why is it ridiculous to want Cassandra Cain? She's a character I personally want to see.

I agree after watching the Robin gameplay, he's pretty much how I envisioned Cass to play like - agile ninja with sword and batarang attacks. I would have added grappling gun attacks to the mix.

So, while I think Robin looks pretty cool, I am a bit disappointed because that does lessen the chance for Cass.

And I actually have no real problem with Scarecrow - I think they could turn him into an interesting fighter. I don't think I'd ever use him, but that doesn't mean he can't be included.

It's just that, if that leaked roster is true, there aren't a whole lot of characters I'm really interested in. Aside from Supergirl and Superman ( who's bad ), none of my favorite characters made the initial roster.

Its not ridiculous to want her, I want Orion and Cyborg Superman but I think disappointment is unjustified. Cain has never made it any mainstream Batman media to my knowledge, she's even spent half her comic life in limbo. On top of she hasn't been Batgirl in almost a decade and that role is still associated with Babs. Cains chances were outright non existent to begin with.