Batman: Arkham Asylum

 PlayStation 3
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1850 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,659 out of 1850
  2. Mixed: 150 out of 1850
  3. Negative: 41 out of 1850
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  1. OleT
    Dec 11, 2009
    4
    I hate the puzzle's and the camera angel sucks. (its over the right shoulder, blocking half the screen)
  2. chilimac
    Jan 10, 2010
    2
    Batman: AA represents everything that is wrong with the games industry today; sky high production values, but the games are short and so easy a caveman's child could beat them. Sure, the combat can be fun, until you realize that you just have to mash the buttons to win every contest. No skill is required. The game is very linear and short, and the game designers obviously new the Batman: AA represents everything that is wrong with the games industry today; sky high production values, but the games are short and so easy a caveman's child could beat them. Sure, the combat can be fun, until you realize that you just have to mash the buttons to win every contest. No skill is required. The game is very linear and short, and the game designers obviously new the when the decided to sprinkle the Riddler's trophys all over the place for you to look for, in an attempt to distract the player from the actual game, and thus avoid finishing it in one sitting. I don't know about you, but I didn't buy a Batman game so that I could go on an Easter egg hunt, I bought it in hopes of being able to kick some butt. And you do get to kick some butt, but unfortunately, the butts are too easy to kick, so much so that it's no fun. "Congrats, you have the ability to mash buttons" Not very rewarding, to say the least. I give it 2 points, one for the graphics and the other for the voice acting. The rest of the game is the stink. Would make a nice rental for the prepubescent in your life.… Expand
  3. ChaseL
    Jan 1, 2010
    3
    This is one of the most overrated games you can find. Sure the it looks good, but graphics dont make a game. im sorry but i did not enjoy it at all, its good it came free with my new ps3
  4. herrmoekl
    Aug 3, 2021
    0
    A Masterpiece & the best Game in the Series

    This game is an amazing lesson in atmospherical density and level design, both things in which the prequels while improving on the gameplay, disappointed. It was also the first game ever that really made me feel like a superhero...
  5. Stratslinger315
    Apr 14, 2022
    1
    Textbook overrated. Plays clunky, doesn’t give much direction and leads to confusing repetition that is just boring when it isn’t annoying. It’s tedious and doesn’t get out of its own way. I don’t care about the hundreds of joker trophies. I don’t care about the bat sense. I literally walked past the objective 99% of the time because I had no clue wtf I was even supposed to be doing. TheTextbook overrated. Plays clunky, doesn’t give much direction and leads to confusing repetition that is just boring when it isn’t annoying. It’s tedious and doesn’t get out of its own way. I don’t care about the hundreds of joker trophies. I don’t care about the bat sense. I literally walked past the objective 99% of the time because I had no clue wtf I was even supposed to be doing. The objectives change all the time on maps that are maxes for the sake of player confusion and it leads to frustration. That’s what you’d expect from that formula, that’s what you get. I heard this was some of the best combat in a game? That’s a load of crap. The combat is like trying to run in water and it’s also somehow clearly designed for children. Meanwhile the clues are either obvious and right in front of you so you walk past them because the other clues are so vague you could not solve them all without a guide. Not possible. Not fun. Boring and outdated. Hope the other Arkham games are better and fanboys stop with the hype bs.… Expand
  6. ZangBang
    Feb 5, 2023
    4
    Stealth is basic and painfully unbalanced, and while Combat isn't much deeper, it nonetheless proves to be quite enjoyable thanks to a defined focus on fluid reactionary play, despite little enemy variety. Exploration, although heavily streamlined, is nicely diversified thanks to plenty of decent environmental interactions and some unique set-pieces. The plot isn't brilliant, but theStealth is basic and painfully unbalanced, and while Combat isn't much deeper, it nonetheless proves to be quite enjoyable thanks to a defined focus on fluid reactionary play, despite little enemy variety. Exploration, although heavily streamlined, is nicely diversified thanks to plenty of decent environmental interactions and some unique set-pieces. The plot isn't brilliant, but the combined efforts of the moody soundtrack, grim environments and lively dialogues craft a unique atmosphere.… Expand

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#10 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#7 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#5 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 70
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  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    90
    The whole game is a class act. The fighting is sophisticated but arcade-addictive, the visuals are stylish, and the Lara-like exploration is smartly done. Plus the DC heritage feels all-encompassing like a big blanket. Arkham Asylum is comfortably the best comic book game that PlayStation's ever had, and is up there with the system's best actioners, full stop. [Sept 2009, p.95]
  2. Game Informer
    95
    Batman: Arkham Asylum is this year's "BioShock," not just from the connection established with the world, but from its ability to innovate where new ideas are needed, and moreover, deliver an adventure unlike any other. [Sept 2009, p.82]
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  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    100
    Yes, this is the Batman you've been waiting for...It's a wonderful experience, beginning to end, never taking the easy or familiar route, and infusing each shift of the story with original ideas that cut no corners. [Oct 2009, p.70]
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