Batman: Arkham City

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  1. Delaro
    Jan 7, 2012
    8
    Little buggy with the DX11 but other than that the game itself is great. Good story line albeit short. The Voice acting is fantastic, good combat system and plenty to do. I beat the game but have yet to get bored with it as there are still plenty of side quest to finish. Bring on the Dark Knight game just plan on a more stable port to PC this time.
  2. mymyst
    Jan 11, 2012
    8
    Impressive gamestyle but lame story (but mainly because i dont like the whole batman/dc comic thing, if you like thats style, u´ll love it i guess).
    Fairly the best game of that kind, when it comes down to fights and "jump n run". The riddles are somtimes rly dirty mindgames. The side quests are varying altough there arent very much of em.
    A big difference for me was the    Impressive gamestyle but lame story (but mainly because i dont like the whole batman/dc comic thing, if you like thats style, u´ll love it i guess).
    Fairly the best game of that kind, when it comes down to fights and "jump n run". The riddles are somtimes rly dirty mindgames. The side quests are varying altough there arent very much of em.
    A big difference for me was the point, that in Batman Arkam Asylum i had like no motivation to play that game after finishing the main story. That changed here. Additionally u can play with Catwoman, which is a mather of taste, but i liked it.    … Expand
  3. halahua
    Feb 11, 2012
    8
    This game is just too awesome. I played it for hours and hours and didn't get tired in any moment of the game. The main story is awesome, the secondary missions too. I love it, you guys MUST play it, but it goes 8 on my score because it's a little short.
  4. kjamesh
    May 16, 2012
    8
    Recently purchased this game on Steam for $15. The graphics are gorgeous, animations are smooth and crisp, and the sound matches the environments perfectly. Traversing Gotham City as the Batman is exhilarating, but at times feels too similar to any of the Spiderman games (hook then glide, hook then glide, etc). The story stands out, even though it's very scripted. I myself would haveRecently purchased this game on Steam for $15. The graphics are gorgeous, animations are smooth and crisp, and the sound matches the environments perfectly. Traversing Gotham City as the Batman is exhilarating, but at times feels too similar to any of the Spiderman games (hook then glide, hook then glide, etc). The story stands out, even though it's very scripted. I myself would have preferred a more open sandbox type game given the world is open, however the linear gameplay does not really hinder the game.

    Overall I gave it an 8/10 due to an open world being forced into a linear model. Still a GREAT game, especially for $15.    … Expand
  5. Andresitooo
    Jul 11, 2013
    8
    Cool story cool gameplay mechanics (very well done) good interface great seeing batman's enemies how they were meant to be scene altogether was a very good game. The main story line could've been longer and could've had more side missions (aside from Riddler's which seems to have more than the main story itself but isn't rewarding enough having to do so many puzzles and stuff just to goCool story cool gameplay mechanics (very well done) good interface great seeing batman's enemies how they were meant to be scene altogether was a very good game. The main story line could've been longer and could've had more side missions (aside from Riddler's which seems to have more than the main story itself but isn't rewarding enough having to do so many puzzles and stuff just to go save the next captive. Graphics and sound was great and again gameplay mechanics were done VERY well.… Expand
  6. titans300
    Jul 30, 2012
    8
    This was the first Batman game in the Arkham series that I have played and I loved it. I love the slow motion ending to the fights and all the cool gadgets. The main story is good and to my surprise, the side quests keep me wanting more. I should go back and play Asylum, but there is too little time and too many games. I don't have a rig to run this game full blast, but almost and it looksThis was the first Batman game in the Arkham series that I have played and I loved it. I love the slow motion ending to the fights and all the cool gadgets. The main story is good and to my surprise, the side quests keep me wanting more. I should go back and play Asylum, but there is too little time and too many games. I don't have a rig to run this game full blast, but almost and it looks good. I would of given it a higher score, but I felt slightly confined and a "10" is perfect and we all know that there is no perfect game out there.… Expand
  7. Rastaguy2
    Aug 12, 2012
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is AWESOME. The graphics are amazing. It's both linear and sandbox because you can play through the story or just go around beating the ass off of bad guys. Did not much enjoy playing as Catwoman though. There's something just... **** stupid... about being an ultra sexy girl who can climb things like a cat and kisses guys as she poses sexily and beats the **** out of them. I don't find myself looking at video games and going "Hey, how sexy of a girl can I BE today as I beat the **** out of someone". Fun to look at, not to be. Her parts were also kind of just SIDES to Batman's as well, almost like they just threw that **** in there last minute.… Expand
  8. birdman3
    Jan 22, 2013
    8
    The game played fine on my rig- no issues. The game is just as great as Arkham Asylum except it has a deeper storyline, more characters, and (most importantly) better boss battles. I saw the boss fights as a true weakness in the first one, and this has been remedied. Batman has a few new moves this time around as well, which is also a welcome feature. For me, the biggest downside was theThe game played fine on my rig- no issues. The game is just as great as Arkham Asylum except it has a deeper storyline, more characters, and (most importantly) better boss battles. I saw the boss fights as a true weakness in the first one, and this has been remedied. Batman has a few new moves this time around as well, which is also a welcome feature. For me, the biggest downside was the Riddler trophies. This time around, there are twice as many. Which means they are everywhere. Which means I spent hours hunting down every one of them... with no reward. I guess I should be okay with my own self-satisfaction. Other than that, the game is a worthy sequel to an amazing game.… Expand
  9. Klewer
    Jan 11, 2013
    8
    An absolute high quality sequel to a great original which keeps very similar game play while adding another great adventure in Gotham. A must have for all fans of Batman.
  10. WestLil0
    Aug 13, 2014
    8
    Much, Much better story line and great side missions, compared to Arkham Asylum. Got rid of the crazy WASD movements required in Asylum when battling some of the big bosses on a PC. This version is a un-sophisticated imitation of Assassin's Creed, so it does have an interesting aspect and since it takes place throughout all of the city (instead of the previous one which was just in anMuch, Much better story line and great side missions, compared to Arkham Asylum. Got rid of the crazy WASD movements required in Asylum when battling some of the big bosses on a PC. This version is a un-sophisticated imitation of Assassin's Creed, so it does have an interesting aspect and since it takes place throughout all of the city (instead of the previous one which was just in an asylum) it makes it much more enjoyable. Still, I wouldn't pay $60 full price, anything under $30 is worth the game-to-value ratio.… Expand
  11. Schantzee
    May 2, 2013
    8
    This game tries to go beast mode but comes up short many times. There are many cheesy moments with villain cutscenes and multiple instances where you just know that batman would never be in this situation (being trapped in a hole by Penguin without being able to grapple gun out???). The fighting is cool and the stealth fighting is even cooler, making the combat a mixture of buttonThis game tries to go beast mode but comes up short many times. There are many cheesy moments with villain cutscenes and multiple instances where you just know that batman would never be in this situation (being trapped in a hole by Penguin without being able to grapple gun out???). The fighting is cool and the stealth fighting is even cooler, making the combat a mixture of button mashing and strategy. However, this game can be VERY FRUSTRATING if you don't have a controller on PC. There are so many combos and special moves that are almost impossible to perform correctly (average gamer) with a keyboard/mouse setup. I found myself failing to use good moves or knowing how to execute them properly, forcing me to use basic attacks which gets old fast. I would suggest getting your hands on a Xbox 360 controller before buying this game. I would give it a 7 because of how cheesy and frustrating this game can be but come on...ITS BATMAN so he gets an 8. Make sure to pick this up on Steam (i got it for 7.50 on special) to avoid issues found in older copies, etc. It's a good fighter and even better once you figure out how to play effectively.… Expand
  12. DragonforceKin
    May 8, 2013
    8
    I first heard about this game through a friend who highly recommended it to me and after five minutes I was hooked.

    This game brought everything I wanted and more to the table. The action was fantastic, combat was unique to say the least and the stealth (whilst playing on a high difficulty) was very challenging. Arkham City had a great balance between stealth and combat and didn't let    I first heard about this game through a friend who highly recommended it to me and after five minutes I was hooked.

    This game brought everything I wanted and more to the table. The action was fantastic, combat was unique to say the least and the stealth (whilst playing on a high difficulty) was very challenging. Arkham City had a great balance between stealth and combat and didn't let up when it came to boss fights.

    The story is also what you'd expect from DC, with Batman being the object of the story, it revolves around his absolute willingness to do whatever it takes to let justice prevail and shows what it truly means to be the Batman. I found the plot twist confusing at first but then after a second play through it was inspired.

    I would highly recommend this game to anyone who is a fan of Batman on screen or on paper, as it plays to the comic book canon very well.

    Batman: Arkham City was easily the best game I played in 2012.
    8/10    … Expand
  13. Sboriky
    Sep 11, 2013
    8
    Batman Arkham City is way better than his predecessor. The gameplay mechanics has been improved, the combat system has been refined, and it's pretty hard if you play it on the max difficulty.

    The villains are very characterized, and the story is great (I loved the gothic atmosphere). The world is not huge, but you're free to explore it between the main missions. From a technical    Batman Arkham City is way better than his predecessor. The gameplay mechanics has been improved, the combat system has been refined, and it's pretty hard if you play it on the max difficulty.

    The villains are very characterized, and the story is great (I loved the gothic atmosphere). The world is not huge, but you're free to explore it between the main missions.

    From a technical point of view the game is just amazing. I'd definitely recommend to buy this game.    … Expand
  14. jelikey
    Sep 4, 2015
    8
    i meet batman game series first in this arkham city. it has terrific game play and hitting sense. but, i don't know why this game is open world. but diverse weapon and just press X button always fun.
  15. truxton
    Jan 1, 2015
    8
    A great action/adventure game and a game you have to have on your shelf. It has a good story. Great gameplay and a great,dark,mature atmosphere to it.You play as Batman trying to stop the crime of prince himself-the Joker as he spreads havoc through Arkham city the super prison. Good game.
  16. bskierys
    Jun 1, 2019
    8
    This is the first game I played in Arkham series and it surprised me how well balanced it is. I've heard that the combat mechanics are great, but it is not just this. The sections with gargoyles give the best hunter-prey feeling that I ever had in the games. Tons of collectibles gives you time to rest after the intense action in the main story. And the constant voices in the radio remindsThis is the first game I played in Arkham series and it surprised me how well balanced it is. I've heard that the combat mechanics are great, but it is not just this. The sections with gargoyles give the best hunter-prey feeling that I ever had in the games. Tons of collectibles gives you time to rest after the intense action in the main story. And the constant voices in the radio reminds you, that the bad guys are still there on the streets.
    On top of that, the detective parts give enough diversity to the gameplay, so it is not just another "punch your way through" video-game.    … Expand
  17. frhanhanif
    Nov 23, 2020
    8
    The story and voice acting are fantastic, with Mark Hamill's Joker stealing the show once again. The game looked nice, even though I don't have a very fast PC, and am running it on the lowest settings.
  18. nitorita
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    Arkham City features a unique story with a strong focus on world building and fostering relationships with both good and evil characters alike. Instead of the usual superhero antics of simply "beating the bad guys," the story does not solely revolve around Batman but also on how the villains are trying to coexist in the same city with their own agendas, which clash with all the others.Arkham City features a unique story with a strong focus on world building and fostering relationships with both good and evil characters alike. Instead of the usual superhero antics of simply "beating the bad guys," the story does not solely revolve around Batman but also on how the villains are trying to coexist in the same city with their own agendas, which clash with all the others.

    You play as both Batman and Catwoman in this game, and it feels amazing to be able to explore the massive city freely with them, soaring from rooftop to rooftop. There are tons of Riddler trophies and challenging riddles behind them, the vast number of gameplay mechanics makes the game a true pioneer for future games to adapt from.

    Admittedly, the game starts off slow, but it builds up intensity once firearms are introduced, as it significantly ramps up the difficulty and encourages a more strategic playstyle that requires better use of your entire arsenal instead of a brute force "button-mashing" approach.

    The cutscenes really carry this game as everyone feels genuine and in character. It is as if you are watching an actual movie unfold before you, whilst being part of the action itself. Much of the lore you'd never see in cinema is introduced in this game, which exposes more of the Batman universe to those who do not really read the comics.

    Sadly, if I must point out a negative, it would be that the game is relatively short and shallow, although that is somewhat rectified with side content that you may choose to engage in. Despite the large map, there isn't much to do besides finishing off inconsequential side missions and collecting hundreds of Riddler trophies for no meaningful reward.

    Overall, an 8 out of 10 is a fair rating for this game. It could have easily been a 9 if the side missions had decent storylines that justified exploring every nook and cranny. But there is simply no incentive whatsoever to do anything more than the main storyline and the Catwoman and Harley Quinn DLCs. You're better off watching playthroughs of the side missions instead to avoid the stress.    … Expand
  19. Tegurd
    Mar 1, 2023
    8
    Overall a fantastic sequel to Arkham Asylum. It takes the same gameplay and applies it to a new story set in a more open setting. Arkham City is a gated-off part of Gotham that was made into a maximum security prison (basically like Manhattan in Escape from New York). The world isn't very big but it basically functions as an open world with side quests and collectibles while the main questOverall a fantastic sequel to Arkham Asylum. It takes the same gameplay and applies it to a new story set in a more open setting. Arkham City is a gated-off part of Gotham that was made into a maximum security prison (basically like Manhattan in Escape from New York). The world isn't very big but it basically functions as an open world with side quests and collectibles while the main quest sends Batman around the map to explore the interior "dungeons".
    This is the main difference in design compared to Asylum, which was more of a metriodvania where the exteriors functioned as a hub. Sure the hub had some collectibles, secrets and fights, but you spent the absolute majority of the time in the different interior levels. In Arkham City, you spend the majority in the open world (at least if you do the side quests).
    When it comes to combat it's basically an improved version of the one in Asylum, which is great. The only thing that annoyed me was not being able to cancel takeout animations if someone is attacking me. It's like Batman has the reflexes of a bat except when he's in the middle of finishing someone off. Then he needs 5 seconds where he can't interrupt what he's doing. Otherwise, the combat is extremely fluid and responsive.
    I also love the fact that the stealth gameplay isn't slow. It feels just as great as in Asylum to quickly jump down, take someone out and then disappear leaving the rest scared. But I think Asylums level design was better at encouraging stealth while City favored brawls a bit more. The open world also doesn't feel designed with stealth in mind but this is also somewhat true for the dungeons. Compared to Asylum, City's dungeons are more focused on complex ways of traversal with gadgets and then rooms with brawls, than the methodical hunting Batman does in Asylum. The mechanics are there though, this is just my experience of the level design.
    My big gripe with the game is that the story isn't written in a way to encourage exploration since Batman is always on a literal timer in the story (not mechanically but narratively). As I was playing the main quest I found no motivation to stop and do silly riddles while Batman/Gotham was on the verge of death/collapse, it just didn't make any sense to me. So I finished the main quest and put the game down but after a week I felt the need to return and do the side quests. It was nice that the game allowed me to return after the credits and story wise I still think it makes sense for Batman to tie up the loose ends.
    The side quests themselves were fine. Some endings hinted towards a sequel (Mysterious Watcher and Identity Thief) so it'll be interesting to see if they are resolved in Arkham Knight.    … Expand
  20. brekthar
    Aug 14, 2018
    8
    I have to say I was a bit sceptical about this game, but fortunately it turned out to be quite fun. The story length was appropriate, because the dark setting wold have been a little much to bear, esecially later on in my opinion. The combat was nothing to write home about, but it not felt clunky, so thats good. The story was okay. Overall it was a solid game.
  21. Kotofon
    Nov 2, 2020
    8
    Кроссплатформеная компьютерная игра в жанре action-adventure, stealth action и beat ’em up, часть серии Batman: Arkham. Является сюжетным продолжением предыдущей части — «Batman: Arkham Asylum».
  22. NightGeisha
    Jan 2, 2019
    8
    Even taking into account the parameters of the games in 2018 this 2012 game is awesome.
    Batman is one of my favorite DC characters, not so much for the character itself, but much more for the dark universe and for the many incredible arch-enemies that he has.
    The game have a mad, chaotic and dark story, full of villains and with interesting side quests. The gameplay is intense and    Even taking into account the parameters of the games in 2018 this 2012 game is awesome.
    Batman is one of my favorite DC characters, not so much for the character itself, but much more for the dark universe and for the many incredible arch-enemies that he has.

    The game have a mad, chaotic and dark story, full of villains and with interesting side quests. The gameplay is intense and diverse. You have a lot of fighting to do and each fight seems more challenging and rewarding them the previous one. And in between fighting there are moments where a direct approach most be avoided and you need to be stealthy and use your brain to stay alive, something that could be even more challenging and rewarding them the fight itself.
    You have a lot of side quests to do, and things to collect and some of them are really challenging to get. And also the awesome possibility to play has Catwoman, and Robin (in a post story content included on the GOTY edition).

    The game mechanic are intuitive, and the progress is rewarding. Each level you unlock more fighting moves or more gadgets to improve the possibility of success.

    Visually the game his very good for a 2012 standards. Enemy models are diversified and well constructed, in a fight it is frequent to appear a diverse number of models of enemies. But where the game graphics really shine are in the "bosses". Joker its the most impressive one, the facial details and animations are superb.

    Overall the game is fantastic, you can easily spend more them 20 hours to explore all the quests and side quests available.

    Here is small YouTube vide with the first minutes of the gameplay if you wanna check it out: https://youtu.be/OglxVgSwf-g    … Expand
  23. gameking
    Mar 18, 2020
    8
    This game is very good. Sometimes can be bored but generally very good. The graphics, combat system, everythingis very good. The scenario is satisfied. I don't like catwoman missions.
  24. VincentVegan
    Mar 5, 2019
    8
    Gutes Batman Spiel mit einem coolen Kampfsystem. Die Story ist auch großartig. Lediglich die Fortbewegung in Arkham City kann etwas anstrengend werden.
  25. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 9, 2021
    8
    I was not so into it as the first Batman Arkham Asylum, however it was a very decent game.
  26. boeph
    Sep 26, 2020
    8
    ДОСТОИНСТВА:
    геймплей, звуковое сопровождение, боевая система.
    НЕДОСТАТКИ: местами кривое управление, слабоватая подача сюжета. Игра обладающая своим уникальным шармом. Игра которая воплощает все фантазии связанные с городом Готэм в том числе и с нашим героем, которого зовут Бэтмен. Когда вы приобретёте игру в одном из цифровых магазинах или на полках вашего магазина, вы получите ключ    ДОСТОИНСТВА:
    геймплей, звуковое сопровождение, боевая система.
    НЕДОСТАТКИ:
    местами кривое управление, слабоватая подача сюжета.
    Игра обладающая своим уникальным шармом. Игра которая воплощает все фантазии связанные с городом Готэм в том числе и с нашим героем, которого зовут Бэтмен. Когда вы приобретёте игру в одном из цифровых магазинах или на полках вашего магазина, вы получите ключ к миру удивительных приключений и ощутите мурашки на кончиках пальцев. Rocksteady Studios удивит будущих игроков, улучшениями в плане проработки боевой механики, детально проработанными уровнями, мрачноватой атмосферой Готэма, противостоянием Бэтмена и Джокера, уникальный саундтрек, множеством отсылок как к комиксам так и к фильмам и иное. Будущий игрок будет с радостью возвращаться в игру дабы ощутить себя тем самым супергероем которого мы все так любим.    … Expand
  27. Crypt
    Jan 15, 2023
    8
    O jogo é bom, porém repetitivo em diversos momentos. A campanha do charada, extremamente repetitiva, tira pontos do jogo.
  28. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    Keeping aside the problems that this pc version had and valuing the game itself, the truth is a great game, mandatory for batman fans. Good story, good technical section, definitely one of the best super hero games. Recommended.
  29. ProfAmateur
    Jan 21, 2023
    8
    The game already starts off relatively complex with a lot of combat mechanics. Compared to Arkham Asylum, the puzzles have become a bit more difficult and new ones have been added.
    The atmosphere is very successful, as in every Arkham game - pure cinema feeling.
    As with the predecessor, it's a bit annoying that you encounter various puzzles that you can only solve at a later time -due to    The game already starts off relatively complex with a lot of combat mechanics. Compared to Arkham Asylum, the puzzles have become a bit more difficult and new ones have been added.
    The atmosphere is very successful, as in every Arkham game - pure cinema feeling.
    As with the predecessor, it's a bit annoying that you encounter various puzzles that you can only solve at a later time -due to the equipment.
    The boss fights are challenging and varied.
    You can also play Catwomen in some passages, and Robin in the additional story.    … Expand
  30. Rustick
    May 28, 2023
    8
    хороший сюжет с довольно эпичным финалом, крутая боевка, как и всегда, очень приятная графика, доп миссии неплохие, раскрывают некоторых злодеев
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Awards & Rankings

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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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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  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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