'Injustice 2' News Update: NetherRealm Studios Reveals Game's Gear System; New Characters Dr. Fate Introduced [VIDEO]
"Injustice 2" has been roaming around online as the patrons of its forerunner anticipate what to expect for the sequel. The predictions may now be buried as NetherRealm Studios already confirmed the gear system of the video game along with the introduction of the newest character; Dr. Fate.
According to PVP Live, NetherRealm Studios has incorporated thousands of unlockable items to "Injustice 2." The said items arrive in three forms namely: equipment, shaders, and abilities. All these three drops at the end of fights and are obtainable through "Injustice 2's" loot boxes, called Mother Boxes, for in-game currency.
Furthermore, Polygon as noted that each character will be armed with stock equipment from head to foot with a single accessory slot. As the players grab more items, they'll be capable of changing the look of their character, as well as granting their character stats. Aside from that, the gamers could boost special moves with new visual effects adding bonuses on the tools "Injustice 2" players acquire.
Meanwhile, the shaders for "injustice 2" will let users to entirely change a character's color palette. They can change the costume, particle effects, even the skin tone or identity of their hero. One good example is the shader for Green Lantern lets gamers play as John Stewart as an alternative for Hal Jordan, assuming they have ordered the Ultimate Edition.
Last but not the least the abilities which were the final piece of the "Injustice 2" puzzle. NetherRealm Studios incorporated new or reformed unusual attacks for every character. In an example, they have cracked a takedown move for Batman and instead of merely knocking a character flat on their back, the gamers will be capable of tackling which created an extra damage and knocking them making it susceptible to for a prolonged period of time.
Aside from the "Injustice 2" gear system, it was also known that the upcoming video game from the NetherRealm Studios will feature a new character named Dr. Fate. This character's legacy was presented in 1940 in the DC Universe. It can be recalled that several characters acquired his powers through his mask. Nevertheless, each alter ego had different purposes, but then one fact remains the same and that is, he is one of the most prevailing forces in the DC Universe.
The "Injustice 2" is slated to become obtainable on May 16, 2017, for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Moreover, stay tuned for further details that might be available as NetherRealm unveils the much-anticipated game.
