Batman: Arkham City

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  1. atippey
    Dec 21, 2011
    9
    Probably better on console, but seeing as I don't have a console, that point is somewhat moot. DX11 made the game completely unplayable at launch, but the problem is now patched. Right now, my Core i5 + GTX570 get playable framerates with DX11 with normal tessellation and normal Physx or DX11 off and high Physx. The controls are obviously console derived, but the combo takedowns are nowProbably better on console, but seeing as I don't have a console, that point is somewhat moot. DX11 made the game completely unplayable at launch, but the problem is now patched. Right now, my Core i5 + GTX570 get playable framerates with DX11 with normal tessellation and normal Physx or DX11 off and high Physx. The controls are obviously console derived, but the combo takedowns are now mapped to one button (r/t/y) rather than the awkward SHIFT/CONTROL+left/middle/right scheme used in Arkham Asylum. If you can get past its deficiencies on the platform, the story, characters, and gameplay are very good and addictive as hell: I've logged almost 80 hours thus far. In few months, you will probably be able to get it almost as cheap as a second hand console game on Steam and be able to play as Catwomen to boot. That's not a bad deal for one of the best games of 2011.

    And for God's sake, stop complaining about console ports. Even Crysis 2 made 85% of it money on consoles, and that had to be one of the most anticipated PC releases of 2011. Skyrim set records on Steam with around 300K people playing at once, but sold something like 3.4 million overall on PC and consoles; again, even for PC stalwarts like action RPGs, revenue from the platform just can't compete with consoles. Frankly, I'm glad companies even bother porting as many games to PC as they do. Moral of the story: if it looks like they hardly spent any money on the PC port, it's because that's probably how much it's going to make.
    Now we get to the part of the rant where I throw out half-assed theories as to what pushed PC gaming down the toilet.
    1. Computers are cheap. Margins are low for just about every company except a certain fruit themed outfit with which you may be familiar. Discrete graphics chips are expensive. Many people will never use their machine for anything more intensive then HD video playback (which integrated graphics do pretty well now), and most probably don't even use it for that. Most people just want a machine for internet and office work, and they want it for less than $500. You can't make a machine with discrete graphics marketable to most people. They really don't know what it is, and if they did, they probably wouldn't think it justified the cost.
    2. Hardware is specialized. In 1996, you could run Quake or Duke Nukem 3D on just about any reasonably current PC â    … Expand
  2. subhadip1524
    Dec 26, 2011
    9
    One of the best game i have played.I dont love Batman game a lot but after playing Arkham City....it changed my mind.Awesome Cut scene..good story background..in one word AWESOME..
  3. DarKMaTTeR
    Aug 6, 2014
    9
    Much like its predecessor, Arkham City's production quality is stellar in every regard. This is the kind of game that makes it all seem so easy. The only way it could be better is by taking on more genres.

    This game might not be for everyone, but it certainly is for most people. If you can appreciate a beat 'em up game with simple controls, this game will give you the most polished game    Much like its predecessor, Arkham City's production quality is stellar in every regard. This is the kind of game that makes it all seem so easy. The only way it could be better is by taking on more genres.

    This game might not be for everyone, but it certainly is for most people. If you can appreciate a beat 'em up game with simple controls, this game will give you the most polished game experience there is. This game effortlessly captures the holy grail of games: something that is easy to pick up, gradual in its refinement and hard to master.

    Technically, this game deserves a 10/10. The only reason I don't do that is because I've seen better in Arkham Asylum. I'm splitting hairs here, but the combat system in Batman:AC feels slightly less in your control than in Batman:AA.    … Expand
  4. stephen0983
    Jan 30, 2012
    9
    This game is a ten, but due to direct x 11 problems and DLC being a pain in the @ss to install thanks to GFWL it doesn't get that. So far in the game it is just as good as the predecessor if not better. There is more to do. In the challenges you can play as Catwoman, Robin, and Nightwing (with the DLC, of course). Get it, screw the console version, the loading times are surely muchThis game is a ten, but due to direct x 11 problems and DLC being a pain in the @ss to install thanks to GFWL it doesn't get that. So far in the game it is just as good as the predecessor if not better. There is more to do. In the challenges you can play as Catwoman, Robin, and Nightwing (with the DLC, of course). Get it, screw the console version, the loading times are surely much better on a PC, as well as graphics, and you can still use the 360 gamepad.… Expand
  5. ZEN369
    Jan 20, 2012
    9
    In the end we got a great continuation of a great game. The game looks good enough for 2011 and, accordingly, as well and played. Those who have not played in the first part, can not understand what this is all about and what's involved. And for those who played, simply say: - "It's all the same, only bigger, better, more interesting and longer times in two." One can safely say that thisIn the end we got a great continuation of a great game. The game looks good enough for 2011 and, accordingly, as well and played. Those who have not played in the first part, can not understand what this is all about and what's involved. And for those who played, simply say: - "It's all the same, only bigger, better, more interesting and longer times in two." One can safely say that this is the best game about a superhero, and one of the best (maybe best) games this year. Certainly play it at times more interesting to other games in a season. Batman: Arkham City deserves special attention. All necessary to educate!… Expand
  6. Conservator
    Feb 25, 2012
    9
    Batman: Arkham City is an unprecedented follower of its predecessor Arkham Asylum. The game moulds itself with an excellent storyline, new abilities of batman with a new character like catwoman as well. The visual scenario of Arkahm City and its narrow roads and buildings make it worth enough to feel like being in a city. The game-play is suitably awesome. Using serial combos of batman andBatman: Arkham City is an unprecedented follower of its predecessor Arkham Asylum. The game moulds itself with an excellent storyline, new abilities of batman with a new character like catwoman as well. The visual scenario of Arkahm City and its narrow roads and buildings make it worth enough to feel like being in a city. The game-play is suitably awesome. Using serial combos of batman and unlocking special attacks in the mid-fight really bear fruit. But, it is true that roaming around the same place quite a few times may annoy the new players. Whatsoever enigmatic puzzles and worth-playing side missions decorate the game really scintillating.… Expand
  7. Justice_LEEG
    Feb 13, 2012
    9
    I'd love to review this game higher, but it took me almost a week to get the technical quibbles sorted out. I'm not going to review based on that aspect, just know that running smoothly is by no means guaranteed, even if you have a high end rig. As for the game, It's not quite as good as Arkham Asylum. The more open world is liberating, but stressful, as everything feels more cluttered.I'd love to review this game higher, but it took me almost a week to get the technical quibbles sorted out. I'm not going to review based on that aspect, just know that running smoothly is by no means guaranteed, even if you have a high end rig. As for the game, It's not quite as good as Arkham Asylum. The more open world is liberating, but stressful, as everything feels more cluttered. The focused story of the previous game almost allowed the player to relax more and take their time, whereas this time around the opposite is true. This is still a great game, I just wish they had cut some of the more superfluous content. It's not often that I suggest removing things from a game, but this is one of those cases. Great game, but those with OCD to collect and finish all content be warned - it will take you a while, and likely lead to frustration.… Expand
  8. ZootMan
    Feb 16, 2012
    9
    This game is fantastic. The combat is effortlessly enjoyable, and Catwoman provides a nice change of pace. The main story has some ingenious puzzle elements using Batman's gadgets, and the overall fidelity of the environment is at times, stunning. Here are the few foibles made to this otherwise excellent game...some scripted instant kills that seem cheap...a boss battle here and there thatThis game is fantastic. The combat is effortlessly enjoyable, and Catwoman provides a nice change of pace. The main story has some ingenious puzzle elements using Batman's gadgets, and the overall fidelity of the environment is at times, stunning. Here are the few foibles made to this otherwise excellent game...some scripted instant kills that seem cheap...a boss battle here and there that are confusing and lack any degree of sense (Mister Freeze)...generic 'gamey' backtracking for very little reward (A certain 'helicopter' segment)...

    I played through in a fairly quick fashion, sticking mainly to the main quest line. I would recommend treating the idiotic riddler collectibles like white noise. They are simply constructs to take up game time that could otherwise be kickin' some thug ass...which is why this game still gets a 9.    … Expand
  9. Gil8ert
    Nov 26, 2012
    9
    My feelings on this Batman game are hard to put into words. It was my favourite game of 2011 by a mile. I think the graphics are excellent, I think the graphical design is spot on for Batman. I think the fighting is excellent - very similar to Assassin's Creed or Enslaved - but the system is easy to understand yet difficult to master. The gadgets are great. The riddler challenges areMy feelings on this Batman game are hard to put into words. It was my favourite game of 2011 by a mile. I think the graphics are excellent, I think the graphical design is spot on for Batman. I think the fighting is excellent - very similar to Assassin's Creed or Enslaved - but the system is easy to understand yet difficult to master. The gadgets are great. The riddler challenges are brilliant. The story is pretty good. I have already played through this game twice. I shall be playing through it again! It has almost everything I would want out of a Batman game! If you can pick this up for under £20 then you have got an absolute solid gold bargain on your hands!
    Credit where credits due - they've nailed this (Way more than Nolan ever did!!)    … Expand
  10. steveyk
    Mar 6, 2012
    9
    This is the only game I have ever played that got melee/hack/slash combat right. And I have player a LOT of games. It really is a flawless combat system. Try to ignore the lower ratings based purely on whether it worked or not. I purchased this game 2 months after release and I had no bugs whatsoever so they have clearly fixed the worst problems. The story was perfect, it really drew youThis is the only game I have ever played that got melee/hack/slash combat right. And I have player a LOT of games. It really is a flawless combat system. Try to ignore the lower ratings based purely on whether it worked or not. I purchased this game 2 months after release and I had no bugs whatsoever so they have clearly fixed the worst problems. The story was perfect, it really drew you in and opened the door into how the comics portrayed batman (not the hollywood version). I recommend anyone to this game and give it a 9 because no game is a 10. It's a beautiful game.… Expand
  11. maike
    Mar 25, 2012
    9
    Superb! A sequel impeccable, fine, luxury. Entirely correct in all respects. Added the side missions. Totally correct. Played on a pc from 2009 to 60 fps constant. Recommended! (translated by google)
  12. DrMutomofobo
    Dec 21, 2013
    9
    I liked Arkham Asylum the story, the gameplay and the general atmosphere really made you feel like The Dark Knight.

    Arkham City is an improvement in pretty much every aspect. Not as cramped and limiting as it's predecessor and with new and innovative challenges within a carefully constructed open cityscape this was the game where The Bat truly got to unfold it's wings and show it's    I liked Arkham Asylum the story, the gameplay and the general atmosphere really made you feel like The Dark Knight.

    Arkham City is an improvement in pretty much every aspect.

    Not as cramped and limiting as it's predecessor and with new and innovative challenges within a carefully constructed open cityscape this was the game where The Bat truly got to unfold it's wings and show it's full potential. The story is even better than in Arkham Asylum and it will draw you in and keep you going until the end and then the end will leave you begging for more.

    Definitely my favourite of the series so far even though Arkham Origins holds some improvements it's not by far as innovative and immersing as this game was compared to it's predecessor.

    9/10 almost perfect as far as I'm concerned.    … Expand
  13. Hardcard
    Jan 25, 2013
    9
    Come on people, a 0 score is reserved only for truly pathetic games. You are rating it this low either because you are angry at some minor issue or you don't know how to configure it, that's all. This game works FLAWLESSLY for me. I mean, I installed it yesterday and today I'm about to finish it because it's so astonishing I can't stop playing (I've played the game before, by the way).Come on people, a 0 score is reserved only for truly pathetic games. You are rating it this low either because you are angry at some minor issue or you don't know how to configure it, that's all. This game works FLAWLESSLY for me. I mean, I installed it yesterday and today I'm about to finish it because it's so astonishing I can't stop playing (I've played the game before, by the way).
    Graphics aren't just "ok", graphics are quite good. The combat scenes are UNIQUE, from my point of view. I've never played a game that offered such a display of martial art beating before.
    This game confirms Batman's quotation from Arkham Asylum: "I eat punks like these for breakfast".
    You'll be facing bands of up to 15-20 strong all by yourself, if you are skilful you'll beat them up without being hit! Movements and sounds are quite realistic, in fact it may hurt just to watch/hear Batman fight (he is such a beating machine). In this game you have plenty of missions to complete, skills to learn, gadgets to upgrade, trophies to collect, enemies to beat up, etc.
    If you liked Arkham Asylum you'll like this one as it offers more variety of scenarios, movements and enemies.    … Expand
  14. tbizzle39
    Sep 19, 2012
    9
    Pretty cool game. It was frustrating at times trying to figure out where to go in the tunnels, but nothing too excruciating. Combat was always entertaining and required thoughtful strategy to win instead of just hack n slash. Soaring through the city as Batman and playing as Cat Woman were a blast. Story was awesome and kept me intrigued throughout the game. This was pretty much as good asPretty cool game. It was frustrating at times trying to figure out where to go in the tunnels, but nothing too excruciating. Combat was always entertaining and required thoughtful strategy to win instead of just hack n slash. Soaring through the city as Batman and playing as Cat Woman were a blast. Story was awesome and kept me intrigued throughout the game. This was pretty much as good as it gets for a Batman game and far exceeds majority of games in the market. Arkham City is a definite must-play and should not be passed up.… Expand
  15. BazzaGuldoon
    Mar 8, 2013
    9
    I really enjoyed this game. The way it uses the universe's characters is great and as has been remarked in many places, the voice acting of the Joker in particular is great. Having said all that, the best thing for me about the game is the combat. Timing is paramount, the use of the gadgets genuine fun and the feeling of being someone not to mess with are the main things. When in theI really enjoyed this game. The way it uses the universe's characters is great and as has been remarked in many places, the voice acting of the Joker in particular is great. Having said all that, the best thing for me about the game is the combat. Timing is paramount, the use of the gadgets genuine fun and the feeling of being someone not to mess with are the main things. When in the middle of a big combo it almost becomes a rhythm game as you mentally queue things up and plan to take out guy A followed by the guy with the gun and then stun the big titan dude for a while. It put a big smile on my face. As mentioned elsewhere, the DRM sucks massively though… Expand
  16. BeholderZ
    Sep 27, 2012
    9
    Story: mediocre
    Music: very good
    Graphics: very good Gameplay: very good The story is very straight forward as you would expect from a comic port. Gameplay is where Arkham City shines. Combat control is very easy to learn but rather difficult to master. Once in game helps are disabled, fighting feels smooth and very fast paced. It's refreshing to have options to go in and wipe    Story: mediocre
    Music: very good
    Graphics: very good
    Gameplay: very good

    The story is very straight forward as you would expect from a comic port.

    Gameplay is where Arkham City shines. Combat control is very easy to learn but rather difficult to master. Once in game helps are disabled, fighting feels smooth and very fast paced. It's refreshing to have options to go in and wipe them out or take them out one at a time.

    The gadgets definitely helped a lot as well. With an assortment of gadgets at your disposal, you can change up your fighting on the fly depending on the situation.

    Overall, this is a great game I would recommend for everyone.    … Expand
  17. BrawnyFanta
    Oct 6, 2012
    9
    This is how you do a sequel. All the good points in the first game have been kept and built upon. Not sure the story is as good as the first game but there is a lot more to do. The open ish world of the game is fun to explore, the side missions are mostly fun. If you can get past the GFWL then it is the best super hero based game on the PC.
  18. triplettt
    Oct 14, 2012
    9
    an overall great game. it was a lot like arkham asylum but that isn't really a bad thing. this game exceeded my expectations and built on an already great game.
  19. dizm0e
    Oct 16, 2012
    9
    A great sequel to an already great game. I'm actually surprised they managed to take an already amazing game (arkham asylum) and make it even better. A bigger world to explore, more enemies to beat up (epic fighting system) and in general. Everything that made Arkham Asylum a great game is back but 10 times better and 10 times more. This game is the ultimate Batman game you shouldA great sequel to an already great game. I'm actually surprised they managed to take an already amazing game (arkham asylum) and make it even better. A bigger world to explore, more enemies to beat up (epic fighting system) and in general. Everything that made Arkham Asylum a great game is back but 10 times better and 10 times more. This game is the ultimate Batman game you should definitely play it.… Expand
  20. Gman24
    Nov 3, 2012
    9
    If you ever liked the batman franchise - whether it's the movie's, comics whatever - get this game! It totally conveys the feel that you are batman in the batman universe. Nothing says you're a badass like hiding in shadows, scaring the baddies one by one and kicking their a**! Catwomen segments were slightly less impressive - but this is probably the most loyal representation of theIf you ever liked the batman franchise - whether it's the movie's, comics whatever - get this game! It totally conveys the feel that you are batman in the batman universe. Nothing says you're a badass like hiding in shadows, scaring the baddies one by one and kicking their a**! Catwomen segments were slightly less impressive - but this is probably the most loyal representation of the batman universe I have ever seen!… Expand
  21. JohnnyOnTheShot
    Mar 9, 2013
    9
    Arkham City takes several leaps forward over Arkham Asylum, but in my opinion, lacks some of what made Asylum so great. The graphics are still amazing, the gameplay is still amazing, it still perfectly captures the Batman experience, it is especially cool to have different skins to play batman and it is really neat to be able to play robin and catwoman. Nevertheless, City lacks some of theArkham City takes several leaps forward over Arkham Asylum, but in my opinion, lacks some of what made Asylum so great. The graphics are still amazing, the gameplay is still amazing, it still perfectly captures the Batman experience, it is especially cool to have different skins to play batman and it is really neat to be able to play robin and catwoman. Nevertheless, City lacks some of the simplicity that made Asylum so well balanced. In Arkham City, there are sooo many little side missions and challenges that it almost detracts from the game. Of course they are optional, but for those of us who like to complete games, it makes the game a bit tedious.… Expand
  22. Buhadog
    Nov 25, 2013
    9
    If not for the Skyrim, this could have been a contender for the best game of 2011. Improving on the previous Batman game (Arkham Asylum) and adding new content to it, it's a must play if you're a fan of Batman (and even if you're not). The only bad thing I can say about it is the few bugs and glitches.
  23. galeonico
    Dec 22, 2012
    9
    Juego excelente en muchos aspectos, nivel visual, jugabilidad, duración, diversión, la primera vez jugando a un ritmo normal te puede dar de unas 20 - 25 horas de juego, si intentas conseguir los trofeos la duración se extiende, y los retos le dan más jugabilidad, la historia está bien, personajes carismáticos, y sistema de pelas magnifico, seJuego excelente en muchos aspectos, nivel visual, jugabilidad, duración, diversión, la primera vez jugando a un ritmo normal te puede dar de unas 20 - 25 horas de juego, si intentas conseguir los trofeos la duración se extiende, y los retos le dan más jugabilidad, la historia está bien, personajes carismáticos, y sistema de pelas magnifico, se podían haber metido lo de Windows Live por el culo.… Expand
  24. Jodeth
    Aug 13, 2014
    9
    Great story. Detailed characters. Outstanding voice acting. Beautiful graphics even on DX9. Don't bother with DX11 as it will lag you to death, not worth the minor graphic improvements. The game will lag/hiccup anyway when gliding around the city, so try your best to ignore it cause the rest of the game is GREAT. Smooth fighting and counter-attack animations. PhysX is a nice luxury forGreat story. Detailed characters. Outstanding voice acting. Beautiful graphics even on DX9. Don't bother with DX11 as it will lag you to death, not worth the minor graphic improvements. The game will lag/hiccup anyway when gliding around the city, so try your best to ignore it cause the rest of the game is GREAT. Smooth fighting and counter-attack animations. PhysX is a nice luxury for capable PCs. The only reason I'm not giving it a solid 10 is because of the random hiccups. I recommend it over any console version… Expand
  25. UntoldAv3nGer
    Jul 11, 2013
    9
    Batman Arkham City is a spectacular game with serious difficulty issues. Tons of villains (Poison Ivy, Joker, Catwoman, Two-Face, Mr. Freeze, etc.) are in the game. The setting is great, and I can tell the developers really thought it through. The weather is constant, the snow looks and seems cool. There is a lot to do on the side, such as collecting trophies and finding hostages, etc. TheBatman Arkham City is a spectacular game with serious difficulty issues. Tons of villains (Poison Ivy, Joker, Catwoman, Two-Face, Mr. Freeze, etc.) are in the game. The setting is great, and I can tell the developers really thought it through. The weather is constant, the snow looks and seems cool. There is a lot to do on the side, such as collecting trophies and finding hostages, etc. The plot is very well done too! The difficulty issues are that sometimes the game is very easy, and sometimes it is VERY hard. Batman doesn't kill, so if you do a "drop attack" and afterwards have to run, the enemy will get right back up again, good as new. The game tries to work far too many key combinations into the game. Evading a electric-baton wielder means that you have to press right-click and two space bar presses. I can't think or act that fast in the midst of fighting, Rocksteady! Arkham City really emphasizes the power of guns. I rarely went fists-blazing with gunman around. You really feel like you ARE Batman in this game. 9/10, well done!… Expand
  26. nitai007
    May 3, 2013
    9
    this is a really fun and great game. it feels really unique. the story is great. the story has a lot of vilans from the comics and movies and they are done really great. the voice acting is especially good. the gameplay is unique and different from other games. the only big problem is that the world is too little. you should definetly buy it because its really good!!!!!
  27. FruitCakeHD
    Oct 24, 2013
    9
    Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition:

    A sequel to the highly-rated Batman: Arkam Asylum that was released about 2 years back Running on the same Unreal Engine 3.0, very little has changed.. Arkham City provides the player with a different UI, newer gadgets, abilities, better graphics (Duh..) and a more enriched storyline. I would say that it is a little cherry atop of a    Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition:

    A sequel to the highly-rated Batman: Arkam Asylum that was released about 2 years back

    Running on the same Unreal Engine 3.0, very little has changed.. Arkham City provides the player with a different UI, newer gadgets, abilities, better graphics (Duh..) and a more enriched storyline.

    I would say that it is a little cherry atop of a nice and delicious fruit-cake, it could be an expansion instead of a full game. But of course, that is my own personal opinion.

    Recommendations/Tips:

    1) Play Arkham Asylum before Arkham City, i'll say that it is very important and crucial towards having the full experience of the series. Some of the past events that happened in Arkham Asylum and were mentioned in Arkham City.
    2) Most of the DLCs are just cosmetics and etc. But "Harley Quinn's Revenge" isnt, it is sort of a mini-story followed after the main game's storyline. Just make sure you'd play it after completing the campaign. (GOTY edition)

    Estimated Total Playtime:    … Expand
  28. pwnage889
    Sep 21, 2013
    9
    I had a great time playing Arkham City. The combat is good and the story is engrossing. However, I did not find the open world elements of the game to be very well done, and a few things about the port could have been done better, namely a few of the menu controls and GFWL.

    The story of the game was very good and playing through it was very fun, but I was quite surprised when it came    I had a great time playing Arkham City. The combat is good and the story is engrossing. However, I did not find the open world elements of the game to be very well done, and a few things about the port could have been done better, namely a few of the menu controls and GFWL.

    The story of the game was very good and playing through it was very fun, but I was quite surprised when it came to an end when I only had about 30% completion. There is really no incentive to go anywhere but the main objective, and the theme of the game makes it feel as though the city isn't really somewhere you want to be exploring, but somewhere you should be skulking in the shadows, getting ready for your next move. Because of this, I did not do very many of the side objectives, even the ones that were a part of the story, because they just didn't seem as interesting as actually continuing the story. Also, the storyline makes it seem like you're very short on time, so it is a little immersion breaking to go off on an adventure.

    I ended up with about half of the upgrades possible, and I assume that you are meant to have most or all of them by the time the story is done. I think that this is a flaw of the game's design. The open world was not interesting to explore, the main method of travelling through the city is on the rooftops, very disconnected from what is going on below, so there was really no reason to do anything but the story nothing else garnered my interest.

    I have had no problems with the PC port, performance has been great on maxed out settings, graphics are amazing, and most of the controls are great. The places where I think controls could have improved are in the key bindings to switch between gadgets. It was hard to try to remember which gadget was on which key, and scrolling through them was a bit inconvenient with there being so many. The other controls that I didn't like were the map controls, especially for things like changing the objective. The ke bindings should always be focused around the standard way of playing games WASD, space, and mouse, as well as the surrounding keys. Enter and backspace really shouldn't be used much if at all.

    The only other complaints I have are GFWL and the loading screen. GFWL is just annoying DRM that the game doesn't benefit from, and I think that everyone would be happier without it. The last thing is that when you start up the game, you have several unskippable credits for the developers and such. On every other game that I play, these are skippable. It's a bit annoying that they aren't on Arkham City when I want to play the game, I don't want to also have to watch the credits for the umpteenth time.

    Overall, I loved the game. It had a few things wrong with it, but nothing that actually detracted from the experience of playing it. From my playthrough of the game, I would give it a 10/10, but with the problems outside of what I experienced, mainly the fact that I didn't experience them, and because of the other small annoyances, I give it a 9/10 overall.    … Expand
  29. voiders
    Apr 26, 2013
    9
    Who dont like this game? That game is work of art. The producers had a perfectionist job.
    the atmosphere is perfect, the face of how the environment should be batman.
  30. gannicus
    Sep 16, 2013
    9
    Looking at the reviews of this game its easy to see and i know from personal experience that DX11 doesnt work on the game in its original form. but once you get a patch for it the game is a beauty. One of the best games ever made.
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#4 Best PC Game of 2011
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#15 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#3 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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  1. Computer Games Online RO
    Mar 5, 2012
    92
    Though the ending is surprising, in a way, the story isn't the main focus of Batman: Arkham City. Exploring and adventuring come first, you have so much to do that you that the hours just slip by you. Yes, the boss fights are probably too easy, the narrative too short, the framerate goes down on occasion and not all the players will appreciate searching through every nook and cranny to find trophies. But it's all up to you and Arkham City offers a variety that not a lot of new games have nowadays.
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  2. PC Master (Greece)
    Mar 1, 2012
    92
    The developers should be proud for Arkham City and its precise portrayal of Gotham's mood- at least accordingly to recent films and comic books. A gothic atmosphere is undoubtedly dominant, as the majestic architecture of neoclassical buildings shadows the industrialization and the bright lights of a contemporary metropolis.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 20, 2012
    90
    It's hard to create an extraordinary game but to recognize it is quite simple. Arkham City with its cinematic appearance towers high above the rest with its production values. [Dec 2011]
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