Infinity Blade 2 Released

No screenshot can really show off just how good this game looks.

Infinity Blade 2 was released today. It's a fantastic game. After getting lost in it for a while, I decided I should write an article about it.
The game improves on everything that players loved about the original. Gorgeous graphics, fast and addictive gameplay, and an intriguing storyline make this a must have iOS game. The story is more in depth than the first Infinity Blade, you'll find yourself watching every cutscene that you may have skipped in the original. Not only do they reveal more of the story, but they look simply fantastic.

Weapons, shields, armor, and items have been improved greatly as well. The game breaks up weapons into three classes, light, heavy, and dual. Light weapons are quick, and can be paired with a shield. Heavy weapons deal more damage, but are slower. The fastest option, and the best way to deal out damage quickly, is to wield two swords. The problem with doing this, is that you lose the ability to block, although you can now duck.

Also added is the idea of gems. Gems allow you to add effects to your weapons. This adds more strategy. Going up against an enemy that specializes in fire? Equip a water gem to deal massive water based damage. Other than that, combat and leveling up will feel familiar.

The game is available on the App Store for $6.99. That might seem like a bit much for an app, but after playing it a bit, I would have been willing to pay a lot more. Go download the best looking, and one of the most fun mobile games ever created. You'll find the game looks best on the iPhone 4S or iPad 2, but it works on the iPhone 3GS, 4, and 4S, as well as the first and second generation iPad. iPod Touch users with a 3rd or 4th generation can also join in on the fun. iOS 3.2 or higher is required. If you have an iOS device, get this game.