Batman's enduring popularity extends to the world of video games, offering players a chance to embody the Dark Knight and protect DC's iconic Gotham City.
But with so many titles spanning generations of consoles, which ones truly capture the essence of the Batman experience?
Here's a look at the top 7 Batman games, ranked from worst to best by gamers in a recent poll.
7/7 Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham
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The final entry in the “Lego Batman” trilogy takes players on a cosmic adventure, expanding the superhero sandbox beyond Earth.
While the core Lego gameplay remains fun and accessible, Beyond Gotham feels a bit bloated compared to its predecessors.
The vastness of the open world can be overwhelming, and the story loses focus by juggling so many DC characters and locations.
Still, the trademark Lego humour and charming level of design offer moments of pure enjoyment, especially for fans of the broader DC universe.
6/7 Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
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Building upon the success of the first “Lego Batman”, this sequel expands the playable roster to include other iconic DC heroes like Superman and Wonder Woman.
The open-world Gotham becomes even larger, offering more opportunities for free-roaming exploration and puzzle-solving.
The co-op gameplay allows friends to team up as different heroes, adding a layer of social fun.
However, some critics felt the humour relied too heavily on slapstick, and the story lacked the focus of the first “Lego Batman”.
5/7 Lego Batman: The Videogame
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This charming and hilarious take on the Batman mythos surprised everyone.
The LEGO games are known for their slapstick humour and family-friendly gameplay, but “Lego Batman” perfectly captures the essence of the Batman universe with its clever level design and witty dialogue.
Players can switch between Batman and Robin, utilizing their gadgets and abilities to solve puzzles and defeat enemies.
The game throws in tons of iconic characters and locations from the Batman universe, all rendered in the delightful LEGO aesthetic.
LEGO Batman: The Videogame offers a surprisingly deep and engaging experience for all ages, proving that sometimes the best way to experience a superhero is with a healthy dose of humour.
4/7 Batman: Arkham Origins
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Released as a prequel to Arkham Asylum, Origins had a lot to live up to.
While it delivers a decent Batman experience with a sprawling open-world Gotham, the narrative falters compared to its predecessors.
The plot revolves around a bounty placed on Batman's head, attracting eight assassins including Deathstroke and Deadshot.
The boss battles against these assassins are a highlight, but the main story struggles to find its footing.
Troy Baker's Joker provides some great moments, but overall the story feels less focused than Arkham Asylum or City.
The free-flowing combat system remains strong, and the open world offers plenty of side activities, but Origins feels like a step down from the Arkham series' peak.
3/7 Batman: Arkham Knight
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Building upon the successes of its predecessors, Arkham Knight stands as the crowning achievement of the “Arkhamverse”.
It introduces the long-awaited Batmobile, seamlessly integrating it into both combat and traversal.
Soaring through Gotham's streets in the Batmobile is a thrilling experience, adding a whole new dimension to Batman's arsenal.
The story raises the stakes even higher, with Scarecrow threatening to unleash a city-wide fear toxin.
The mystery of the Arkham Knight, a new villain targeting Batman, keeps players guessing throughout.
Arkham Knight refines the free-flowing combat to new heights, offering a wider range of gadgets and takedowns.
The open world is even more detailed and expansive, filled with easter eggs and secrets for dedicated fans to uncover.
While some criticize the overuse of the Batmobile in certain sections, Arkham Knight stands as a powerful conclusion to the “Arkhamverse”, delivering an unmatched experience of being the Dark Knight.
2/7 Batman: Arkham Asylum
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The game that redefined superhero gaming, Arkham Asylum introduced the world to the “Arkhamverse.”
Arkham Asylum throws Batman into a claustrophobic environment – the titular asylum overrun by deranged inmates.
The level design brilliantly utilizes the confined space, creating a constant sense of tension and danger.
The free-flowing combat system, where Batman effortlessly dispatches thugs in a balletic dance of punches and takedowns, became a benchmark for the genre.
The story, featuring a breakout orchestrated by the Joker, is tight and suspenseful, keeping players engaged throughout.
This game may not have the open-world freedom of later entries, but it's a masterclass in level design and atmosphere, solidifying Batman's place in the gaming world.
1/7 Batman: Arkham City
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Taking everything great about Arkham Asylum and expanding on it, City delivered a true open-world Batman experience.
Gotham City becomes a giant prison, filled with thugs, supervillains, and hidden secrets to uncover.
The narrative is complex and thrilling, featuring a power struggle between various factions vying for control of the city.
The boss battles are even more spectacular than in Arkham Asylum, pushing Batman to his limits against iconic villains like Mr. Freeze and Two-Face – the side quests are rich and engaging, offering players a chance to delve deeper into the lore of the Batman universe.
Arkham City is considered a masterpiece by many, a perfect blend of open-world freedom, engaging narrative, and top-notch combat.
Source: Ranker