A 2013 fighting video game based on the DC Comics universe, featuring one-on-one combat between heroes and villains in a single-player story campaign and multiplayer modes.
Injustice: Gods Among Us is a 2013 fighting video game developed by NetherRealm Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii U. It is based on the DC Comics universe and features heroes and villains from the franchise battling in one-on-one combat.
The main single-player campaign revolves around an alternate world created by Superman after being tricked by the Joker into killing Lois Lane and destroying Metropolis. Heroes and villains from the mainstream DC Comics universe are transported to this alternate world and must choose sides to decide the fate of the Earth. The game features a roster of DC Comics icons such as Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Harley Quinn, and more.
Gameplay involves one-on-one matches between two fighters using different attacks and special moves to deplete the opponent's health bar. Environments are interactive and feature elements that can be incorporated into combat. The game also includes additional single-player modes such as S.T.A.R. Labs missions, as well as multiplayer modes that allow online battles between players.
Injustice: Gods Among Us received positive reviews for its story, combat system, graphics, and amount of content. Critics praised the depth of the mechanics while making the game still accessible to casual fighting game fans. It became one of the best-selling fighting game releases of the year.