The is generally reviewed as a game with "the heart of a champion" trapped in a lackluster package. While it was heavily criticized at launch for its art style and roster, its core fighting mechanics are widely considered some of the best in the series. Core Gameplay & Mechanics
: Replacing the traditional third character, these stones add a strategic layer. Each stone provides two unique abilities (Infinity Surge and Infinity Storm) that can drastically change how you play a specific team. The is generally reviewed as a game with
: Reviewers from IGN and GameSpot praise the "Active Tag" system, which allows you to switch partners at almost any time—even mid-air or during a Hyper Combo—giving players immense creative freedom in building combos. The is generally reviewed as a game with