Batman: Arkham City

 PlayStation 3
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8.8

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  1. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    OVERALL - 93%

    Gameplay - 9/10
    Graphics (for time) - 8/10
    Story - 7/10
    Game Length - 9/10
    Characters - 9/10
    Level/Area Design - 7/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 7/10
    Soundtrack - 7/10
    Replay Value - 8/10

    Still arguably the best superhero game.
  2. BaileyJ
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    Easily one of, if not the best Batman games ever made. Improves a lot over the first games like the combat seems much more fluid. A way bigger area to explore. Gadgets can be used in way more unique and creative ways. Best shown in the Mr. Freeze fight which still holds up as one of the best boss battles in the Arkham series. We have skins for batman which can be used in the main game.Easily one of, if not the best Batman games ever made. Improves a lot over the first games like the combat seems much more fluid. A way bigger area to explore. Gadgets can be used in way more unique and creative ways. Best shown in the Mr. Freeze fight which still holds up as one of the best boss battles in the Arkham series. We have skins for batman which can be used in the main game.

    The catwoman DLC is something i want to briefly touch on. Although it's not a bad addition to the game by any means, it isn't that great either. It gives more combat options and ways to traverse around the city which i find pretty neat. And the levels themselves aren't too bad, i don't think it's anything really special. It's a pretty good addition breaking the pacing between the main game just to take a break i guess. But i feel they could've done a lot more with this. What we got was fine, not taking away any points from this or anything. Just feel it could've been a bit better.

    I don't wanna make this too long. So i'll slim this down by saying, some levels are pretty uninspiring and some plain boring. Some boss battles are really underwhelming. Riddler trophies are a damn pain. But altogether, amazing game and a classic.    … Expand
  3. Turbosad
    Nov 8, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story is great, there are good sidequests, but the combat is where the game shines. The most satisfying combat system in any game. I ran out of sidequests fairly quick and the only thing remaining were the Riddler trophies, but it has great replay value due to the story and great sidequests.… Expand
  4. jon_king
    Nov 5, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. o coringa morreu e eu fiquei ce tá doidoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo… Expand
  5. kevin32
    Oct 28, 2020
    8
    This was why I bought PS3, too. joker and batman are in love. maybe? maybe not?
  6. Kai82
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Even better than Arkham Asylum. It improves on nearly all levels, has memorable boss fights, one of the best Batman stories and probably the best conclusion in videogame history. It is dark, matured and entertaining. 18 months have passed since the prequel. Quincy Sharp is now mayor of Gotham and has converted parts of Gotham City in a prison enclosure called Arkham City. Bruce Wayne isEven better than Arkham Asylum. It improves on nearly all levels, has memorable boss fights, one of the best Batman stories and probably the best conclusion in videogame history. It is dark, matured and entertaining. 18 months have passed since the prequel. Quincy Sharp is now mayor of Gotham and has converted parts of Gotham City in a prison enclosure called Arkham City. Bruce Wayne is holding a press conference condemning these action as he is arrested live on TV and thrown into Arkham City while Hugo Strange tells him he knows his two identities. This will become one of the hardest and impactful nights Batman will ever experience. I will praise the story and characters. The characters are well interwoven into the story. With each twist it gets better and better. It is a great experience and was never boring. After the final conclusion you will be left as speechless as Batman (the positive way) by this bold, matured and awesome events. There are of cause some side activities and The Riddler has again a lot of trophies for you. Prepare to face a lot of Batmans great rouges and normal criminals. While I am at it: It has many great boss battles but one is better than nearly anything else in videogame history. “Small spoiler” A fight were you have consistently evolve and change your tactics as your opponent is smart and wont let you exploit a weakness twice. “End of spoiler”. The gameplay itself was improved as no mayor changes were needed. You have multiple enemies that could only be taken down in certain ways. The free flow combat works well and you feel the impact of your hits. Batman would not be himself if he had not his gadgets. Again you have powerful tools at your disposal and more options than in the prequel. As before stealth is king and it is also again so satisfying to defeat a room full of enemies one by one without them seeing you. The statement that you become Batman in these games is well deserved. The detective mode is also back by making use of your scanning equipment to solve cases and reconstruct events. It is even pretty useful outside of this. Overall this is the best Batman experience in videogames with one of the best stories and a conclusion that you will never forget. It is basically Arkham Asylum that improves on all levels.… Expand
  7. mrdane01
    Oct 7, 2020
    10
    Yes, I'm writing this review in 2020. But looking back, this is my single favorite game i've ever played in my life. There is so much passion evident in the world building and character building, and makes for a extremely satisfying game to finish. I hate story games. I've finished this game 5 times. It really is an absolute masterpiece that I can never forget
  8. Zxnder
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    iT rEaLlY mAkEs YoU fEeL lIke BaTmAn

    This is just some extra words to get over the min word count
  9. Ballinlikejokic
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Man I love this every since I was 9 years old getting this game not knowing what to expect it was such a beauty. First the stealth, stealth is one of the of the best qualities of this game the different ways you can takedown your enemies is so unique as well as the combos. It never stops amazing be how different fighting styles batman has learned. The best thing about this game was the story so compelling not knowing what to expect and it continues off Arkham asylum very well. The voice for every character did a fantastic job especially both Batman and Joker, The boss fights are good enough to keep me on my toes. And by far the best boss fight Mr freeze, finding new ways I've never tried taking down a person was so amazing and mr freeze learning of the same tricks makes you adapt to new ideas. Although I do like this game not a fan of the world it seems bland yet its a batman game so its somewhat expected. The introduction to other characters like Robin and catwoman was well executed. The plot twist of the joker dying was such a twist leaving me shocked of what batman ultimately did. 9/10 definitely would recommend this game… Expand
  10. AlexvaderII
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    Pensaba que Batman Arkham Asylum era un juego que no se podía mejorar pero esto es un abuso, este juego es mejor en todos los aspectos, peleas mas fluidas, acertijos inteligentes, una ciudad mas grande que explorar y mas jefes finales, si te gusto el juego anterior de Batman este te volara la mente. Simplemente a mi criterio es "EL MEJOR VIDEO JUEGO DE SUPER HEROES DE TODOS LOS TIEMPOS".
  11. Kjoske
    Aug 26, 2020
    9
    Hat super Spaß gemacht!!! Die Story ist sehr packend und nicht zu lang.
  12. Zethor
    Aug 17, 2020
    9
    Batman: Arkham City's somewhat messy story holds it down, but the story's truly impactful moments help it to be memorable and incredible regardless. Paired with an incredible evolution of Arkham Asylum's combat, a more open world to explore, and incredible side content that will keep you preoccupied for dozens of hours, Arkham City stands as a shining example of what open world games should be.
  13. Madman85
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Нормально, пушто это битман, поняла а??????????????????????????????????!!!
  14. ItaloKratos
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uma das melhores, se não a melhor história de todos os games... o plot twist do coringa é algo surreal… Expand
  15. Pedroilha
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing story, Nice voice actors, Nice Music, real good combat system, this is one of The Best games of metacritic.com buy Now! :)
  16. RafaelHeldt
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    This is a comic that become a game, this is Batman at its most real and faithful view. Batman: Arkham City offers you the most enjoyable game, with a great combat engine, storytelling and your favorite comic's characters. Batman: Arkham City is a game for everyone who enjoys games, not just comic books fans or Batman fans, as the story develops in a good and understandable pace. Now, youThis is a comic that become a game, this is Batman at its most real and faithful view. Batman: Arkham City offers you the most enjoyable game, with a great combat engine, storytelling and your favorite comic's characters. Batman: Arkham City is a game for everyone who enjoys games, not just comic books fans or Batman fans, as the story develops in a good and understandable pace. Now, you can be THE Batman and beat the crap out of villains with a smile on your face.… Expand
  17. Soldier1stClass
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    One of my few 10 out 10 ratings. This was the best game in the Batman Arkham series.
  18. Sus1216
    Jul 23, 2020
    7
    Arkham City es el favorito de la gente, aunque a mí no me terminó de convencer, es más, si tengo que hacer un top, lo pondría el último de los Arkham. La jugabilidad es la misma que en el anterior y contamos con más gadgets, más combos y un espacio más abierto que en el anterior. La historia está bien y cuenta con muchas misiones secundarias donde vemos a muchos enemigos del murciélago.Arkham City es el favorito de la gente, aunque a mí no me terminó de convencer, es más, si tengo que hacer un top, lo pondría el último de los Arkham. La jugabilidad es la misma que en el anterior y contamos con más gadgets, más combos y un espacio más abierto que en el anterior. La historia está bien y cuenta con muchas misiones secundarias donde vemos a muchos enemigos del murciélago. Por supuesto, no faltan los coleccionables y los enigmas de Riddler, que esta vez han aumentando mucho. Algo que pierde con el anterior es esa atmósfera claustrofóbica y ciertos puntos de terror por un mundo más abierto por el que planear a nuestro antojo. La BSO sigue estando a buen nivel y gráficamente sigue siendo bueno. Si sois fan, debéis jugarlo.… Expand
  19. mathbidao05
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente incrível!!! Arkham City é uma experiência imperdível para qualquer gamer.
  20. Justareviewer21
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
    Don’t kill me, it’s a good game, but it’s very repetitive
    The story is good, but just that, good.
    The combat is good, and the characters are fine (some of them, or not catwoman robin, penguin and two face?)
    That’s all what i can say for this game, i think is over rated but it’s the 2nd best superheroe game (to me)
  21. LatinCritic13
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Batman Arkham City is without a shadow of a doubt the very best Batman Arkham game ever made. And I don’t think any other superhero game would top this as this game felt like The Dark Knight of all superhero games.
  22. ThriarthLon
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    It was the first time I entered Super Hero games with Batman Arkham City.The action system really fascinated me.The fighting system was so beautiful and exciting that my hand and foot trembled while I was playing.One of the most successful representatives of its kind.
  23. gamemaster9897
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    I realize how old this game is at this point, however, that doesn't anything away from this absolute masterpiece! I have been thinking long about this, however, I personally believe this game is perfect, not a single aspect about it was less than amazing, I love this game to bits, it truly is my favorite game I have ever played, and it deserves the crown for the best superhero game ever made.
  24. BrandoNation23
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    Arkham City expands on Asylum in every way. A near perfect story, coupled with fantastic game play. Exploring the open world was awesome!
  25. vassbarrela
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    O melhor jogo de super herói feito até os dias de hoje esse jogo é simplesmente fantástico a história é maravilhosa, o joker aqui esta bi seu melhor sinceramente me faltam paravras para descrever esse jogo, recomendo as versões remasterizadas para quem tem os vídeo games mais recentes que sao xbox one e PlayStation 4 eu no caso jogo a versão de pc mas o jogo é bom em qualquer plataformaO melhor jogo de super herói feito até os dias de hoje esse jogo é simplesmente fantástico a história é maravilhosa, o joker aqui esta bi seu melhor sinceramente me faltam paravras para descrever esse jogo, recomendo as versões remasterizadas para quem tem os vídeo games mais recentes que sao xbox one e PlayStation 4 eu no caso jogo a versão de pc mas o jogo é bom em qualquer plataforma
  26. Dr_Unk
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Another Great game in the Arkham series! The only issue I had with this game was the plot felt like it was rushing me. But a very minor issue compared to everything good about the game
  27. pingw30
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Best Batman game of all time. It corrected all of strange slow downs that happens randonly during a combat in asylum, the story is better and the cliff hanger ending shows that Rocksteady was writing Arkham Knight since 2011. the two finals plot twists are unexpectable.
    Even following the same story structure of asylum (first problem happens, joker´s free and strange knowing who is    Best Batman game of all time. It corrected all of strange slow downs that happens randonly during a combat in asylum, the story is better and the cliff hanger ending shows that Rocksteady was writing Arkham Knight since 2011. the two finals plot twists are unexpectable.
    Even following the same story structure of asylum (first problem happens, joker´s free and strange knowing who is batman, a new component or decease is discovered, titan and the joker´s blood, batman had to find the cure and the game progresses around this) but is so well made that it wraps you into the game making you do everything that has to do in the game.    … Expand
  28. LeoChikis
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    What can we say? Is without doubt, the best superhero videogame, at least until this year 2020, is almost perfect.
    The story, gameplay, graphics, everything is awesome and a lot better than Asylum.
    unfotunatelly I can´t rate with a 9.7, but that´s the rate I would give to this masterpiece.
  29. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Arkham Asylum but bigger, with improved gameplay, a more complex story and more content. However the game does lack a bit when compared to it's predecessor, due to the incredible atmosphere in Asylum, which Rocksteady just didn't quite manage to match in the way bigger and open Arkham City prison. Nevertheless, AC succeeds as a sequel and is yet another brilliant Batman game by Rocksteady.
  30. virtualvince
    Jun 14, 2020
    9
    As a follow-up to Arkham Asylum, I'm not sure what much else Rocksteady could have pulled off back in 2011. Bigger and bolder and more expansive. More classic villains, and even introducing Cat Woman as a playable character with her own unique moves and abilities for a small part of the game. I will say that although 'Asylum' is still my favourite of these two, for reasons outlined inAs a follow-up to Arkham Asylum, I'm not sure what much else Rocksteady could have pulled off back in 2011. Bigger and bolder and more expansive. More classic villains, and even introducing Cat Woman as a playable character with her own unique moves and abilities for a small part of the game. I will say that although 'Asylum' is still my favourite of these two, for reasons outlined in my Asylum review, this game is exceptional. Some will prefer the bigger scope, though for me, I really like Asylum as a classic example of what a more contained experience can be.

    This time we have side missions introduced, nearly all of which don't feel tacked on to me, and many you can complete naturally during the main mission, or anytime at your leisure post-completion on your way to your Platinum / 100%. I enjoyed some of the mini challenges like the AR Bat-Clawing stuff, and, like Asylum, I respected that the post-game predator and combat challenges really made you 'master' the mechanics. For those going for the platinum achievement on this game, by the end you feel like you've really mastered all facets of this game, and is well worth pursing. If this is your first game of this nature you should now feel a more formidable gamer for other similar titles if you try them. For me, the 'ball-ache' moment this time, at least for a while was the Master Predator campaign. Campaigns were a new mode introduced that combined 3 predator and/or combat challenges into one campaign to complete, and you choose up to 3 modifiers that can make the challenges harder or easier.

    For me, one downside on the base PS4 remaster is this does blue screen 'crash', and unlike Arkham I experienced some fps slow down on occasion, though for me, this happened during the combat challenges aka Riddler's revenge post-game, where we can have many many enemies on screen at once being pummeled. The PS4 just sort of gave up at one point. That said, it was still rare enough not to burn my experience. Bat-clawing around the city was very fun this time, and clearly a fore-bearer to the likes of what Insomniac did to arguably even better effect later on in Marvel's Spider-Man.

    One other down-side is if you didn't enjoy collecting the Riddler trophies in Asylum, you really won't enjoy it here, because there are more of them, and some of them are taxing puzzlers. That said, again, getting them feels rewarding as you get very cool concept art, 3D character trophies, and Arkham lore stories for doing it all, and doing it all is a requirement for the Platinum / 100%. It's time consuming, but for a game like this, doing all this AND having to do a new game plus run I feel the game is one of the harder Platinums, but also that it deserves completing.    … Expand
  31. Cmmcfreire
    May 12, 2020
    9
    Story - 9/10
    Gameplay - 9/10
    Graphics - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 9/10
    Levels - 9/10
    Replay value - 9/10
  32. alejoconejo
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor juego de super héroes qué exciste, la experiencia siendo batman es única, la Historia es excelente, el apartado gráfico es único, me encanta
  33. BeboFett
    Jan 8, 2020
    8
    The technical improvements don't feel very significant, but the most important point is that the game changed those "big" maps into a "sandbox" map. Exploring Arkham City is fun, even though it doesn't have the variety you'd like. I didn't get this new format very well at first, but I adapted over time.

    Its mechanics are almost the same, with slight improvements, although the plot is    The technical improvements don't feel very significant, but the most important point is that the game changed those "big" maps into a "sandbox" map. Exploring Arkham City is fun, even though it doesn't have the variety you'd like. I didn't get this new format very well at first, but I adapted over time.

    Its mechanics are almost the same, with slight improvements, although the plot is certainly better than its predecessor.
    I love challenges maps (combat) and its extra DLCs skins and characteres too.    … Expand
  34. Marckiller
    Oct 15, 2019
    10
    The best videogame of batman ever seen, with one of the most inexpect end of all
  35. awayka
    Oct 8, 2019
    9
    Стало интереснее, чем Asylum, хороший сюжет, концовка, даже в титрах кусочек сюжета.
    Но все еще проблемы с восприятием мира и ориентацией в нем. Недоработка.
    Еще минус, что есть всякое для дополнения с Кошкой, хотя у тебя может и не быть этого дополнения. Считаю, что лучше бы это доустанавливалось вместе с допом.    Стало интереснее, чем Asylum, хороший сюжет, концовка, даже в титрах кусочек сюжета.
    Но все еще проблемы с восприятием мира и ориентацией в нем. Недоработка.
    Еще минус, что есть всякое для дополнения с Кошкой, хотя у тебя может и не быть этого дополнения. Считаю, что лучше бы это доустанавливалось вместе с допом.
  36. kaantamtunali
    Oct 2, 2019
    10
    My favorite game of all time. A must play. You are becoming batman story is legendary and side quests are worth playing mysterious and action packed.
  37. FenjaminBoster
    Aug 9, 2019
    4
    This game is an overrated mess and I was sorely disappointed from the lack of creativity the world had to offer in Arkham Asylum, Batman moves like a ballerina and I remember in all of the comics, Batman is a tank. All of a sudden he is a ballerina who defies the laws of physics. The story is a disaster and a few days after finishing this game, I don't remember anything about the story.This game is an overrated mess and I was sorely disappointed from the lack of creativity the world had to offer in Arkham Asylum, Batman moves like a ballerina and I remember in all of the comics, Batman is a tank. All of a sudden he is a ballerina who defies the laws of physics. The story is a disaster and a few days after finishing this game, I don't remember anything about the story. The story really started out strong with Bruce Wayne fighting with handcuffs in his suit, now thats what I wanna see. Then **** goes down with penguin and sollomen zombie, I don't know it goes downhill from there. Ok lets talk about the combat, not very good. Most of the combat consists on mashing the square and triangle button, that is it you don't even have to look at the screen, you will win every time. This game has what most open world games have in common, boring, unoriginal, repetitive missions that disrupt the flow of the main campaign. The stealth in this game isn't really creative at all, using some elements from other games, that are in-fact a lot better than this. Credit to videogamedunkey, for some of the points I used in this review.… Expand
  38. Lil_Lord_Headas
    Jun 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved playing this game through the many times I have completed it. Though I loved Arkham Asylum this game improves on everything Asylum did right from combat to gliding and to the story *spoiler alert* I loved the characters from Ra's Al Ghul to the Joker himself and the end is filled with so many twist from clayface being a fake Joker to Talia's death. The DLC was also amazing showing what happened after Joker died and I love that at the end of the game you can though I loved Arkham Asylum this game tops it of by a smidge switch from Batman. Though I loved Arkham Asylum this game… Expand
  39. Norm_Dom
    Jun 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think Batman: Arkhem City is one of the best superhero's games!!!! You must buy it, becous it is good game. 10/10… Expand
  40. adriantorres
    Jun 3, 2019
    10
    Best super hero game ever of all time The story is a masterpiece the gameplay is is so good
  41. vosonnier
    May 27, 2019
    7
    Good game but some of the side content, such as augmented reality training, was unnecessarily difficult and frustrating and not very much fun. The controls were on the sloppy side as well.
  42. mikemormai
    Apr 26, 2019
    9
    esse batman é muito bom mesmo, foi melhor que o outro arkham, recomendo jogar ele
  43. playking
    Apr 18, 2019
    10
    MUST PLAY
    i played arkham asylum and arkham city and arkham origens and this one is the best i wasn't a batman fan but now i am i this game has my best boss fight ever!!!!!!!
    it is dr.Frees boss fight it is great
  44. Wolfenstein11
    Mar 29, 2019
    9
    Gotham city is well crafted, the story picks up nicely with a return of most batman's known villains, amazing voice acting, the amazing combat system is here with a well used modifications.
  45. KratosKong
    Jan 18, 2019
    10
    El mejor videojuego de Batman jamas creado hasta la fecha, lleno de guiños y de secretos y con la sensación continua de ser Batman.
  46. Br_AgSs
    Jan 17, 2019
    10
    Best super hero game ever made. The story is great, gameplay is awesome, the combat is intense and fun, graphics are great . The ultimate Batman experience
  47. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  48. Ryanm42
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Fantastic, just an excellent game all the way through. Combat, Voice Acting, STORY, just breathtaking. Props to Paul Dini and Rocksteady.
  49. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  50. X-ron7
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    Rocksteady made the impossible, they created a sequel that surpassed the already excellent original. The story expands on the awesome plot of Arkham Asylum introducing new villains as well as featuring returning ones from Batman's iconic rogue gallery. The scenario is well written and everyone is sure to love it and be hyped. The graphics have been definitely improved over the two yearRocksteady made the impossible, they created a sequel that surpassed the already excellent original. The story expands on the awesome plot of Arkham Asylum introducing new villains as well as featuring returning ones from Batman's iconic rogue gallery. The scenario is well written and everyone is sure to love it and be hyped. The graphics have been definitely improved over the two year break and you really feel the atmosphere of Arkham City. But the greatest thing about this game which contributed to future action games is the gameplay and more precisely the combat. At the begining it should feel easy to learn with helpful tips, but by the time you have mastered it you will think you are in a Batman movie, and look like you are dancing between enemies. Aside from that you will use a number of gadgets. In other words you will be Batman. Just don't leave gaming without playing this masterpiece.… Expand
  51. IagoTRS
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    É um jogo muito bom, possui uma jogabilidade incrível, gráficos bons e uma história obscura, mas o que eu mais gostei no jogo foi o universo dele, a rocksteady fez um ótimo trabalho respresentando o universo de Batman, com inimigos clássicos dos quadrinhos, e uma Gotham corrupta e domada pelos vilões, se você gosta das HQ's você certamente ira adorar esse jogo, se você não acompanha, seráÉ um jogo muito bom, possui uma jogabilidade incrível, gráficos bons e uma história obscura, mas o que eu mais gostei no jogo foi o universo dele, a rocksteady fez um ótimo trabalho respresentando o universo de Batman, com inimigos clássicos dos quadrinhos, e uma Gotham corrupta e domada pelos vilões, se você gosta das HQ's você certamente ira adorar esse jogo, se você não acompanha, será uma ótima forma de se introduzir nesse universo, e se você simplesmente não gosta, ainda pode se divertir com os combates ou explorando o mapa… Expand
  52. Professorfett
    Sep 16, 2018
    10
    Awe yeah lets hear it for Batman for making a kick ass game. This game is a phenomenon that it is a sequel that truly out does the original in every department. I believe sequels tend to be better but this one is so good it actually makes Arkham Asylum look like it was a beta to this game. The combat was improved, the stealth was improved, and the story was improved. Rocksteady outdidAwe yeah lets hear it for Batman for making a kick ass game. This game is a phenomenon that it is a sequel that truly out does the original in every department. I believe sequels tend to be better but this one is so good it actually makes Arkham Asylum look like it was a beta to this game. The combat was improved, the stealth was improved, and the story was improved. Rocksteady outdid themselves. The only flaw that anyone can put against this game is that there is too much **** to do in it. That's more of a nitpick than a flaw. Check list; you have a great story with a rouges gallery of characters, you have improved gameplay with over 20 hours of extra content, and incredible voice acting from Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill. You know what I am hearing is that this game is damn near perfect. Honestly the only people who wouldn't like this game would be those people who hate on Batman because he's popular and they would like to feel superior to trash him then to just admit the guy is a badass. In the end if you haven't guessed the rating by now I give this game a BETTER THAN SEX.… Expand
  53. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    8
    What Kind of Adventure?

    Its an Action-Adventure game. Was it fun? Yes, this was my favorite of the Arkham series games. Are there any similar games? The combat system is very similar to Shadow of Mordor and also it feels like a more refined and better polished Arkham Asylum. What did you think of the story? The Penguin plays a much larger role in the overall story but    What Kind of Adventure?

    Its an Action-Adventure game.

    Was it fun?

    Yes, this was my favorite of the Arkham series games.

    Are there any similar games?

    The combat system is very similar to Shadow of Mordor and also it feels like a more refined and better polished Arkham Asylum.

    What did you think of the story?

    The Penguin plays a much larger role in the overall story but unfortunately it revolves around the Joker doing stuff and you have to stop him. Its not a terrible story or anything, I’m just kind of getting sick of Joker always being synonymous with Batman. I get that the Joker is Batman’s most iconic villain but you can make a Batman game without the Joker.

    Favorite Character?

    Right at the start of the game you actually start out as someone other than Batman. You get to play as Catwoman and let me just say that I loved playing as her. Especially in the combat sequences, she just had more mobility so I could get even higher combo strings. Not to mention, I really did like the slow motion “combo ending” cut scenes. But if you were in Gotham, going from point A to Point B, I preferred to be Batman. With him being able to glide around the city, it was just a faster way to move around.

    Would you play it again?

    Out of the 3 Batman Arkham games I have played so far, this has the most replayability but probably no.

    Any Complaints?

    First and foremost, why did they take the time to make Robin (or Nightwing) and only have him in 5 seconds of the story. I was so excited when I first saw him because I thought he would be a playable character but he was only in the story for that 1, 5 second sequence. Now I do know there is DLC with him available but still, it was disappointing and I would have preferred him not to be in the game at all.

    How many hours did you play it?

    10 hours at the most.    … Expand
  54. ValBal
    Sep 5, 2018
    10
    It may not be as complete batman experience as arkham knight is but plot wise it is so much better. At the time, even gameplay wise it seemed like the best thing ever and it still holds up very well.
  55. Schism78
    Jul 24, 2018
    8
    It improves everything that Arkham Asylum had, I do not have much to say, excellent game.
  56. Diegochocho
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    Supero en todos los apartados con respecto al Asylum, uno de mis juegos de la infancia y preferidos, tanto que me lo pase 14 veces xD.
  57. Phoenix123
    May 20, 2018
    10
    The best Batman game ever made. Quite frankly the best superhero game ever made. Still to this day one of the best games Ive ever played.
  58. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    9
    Everything is improved from the last game, combat, open world, side content, etc. Only thing that is worse is the inconsistent story. Still interesting though.
  59. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 28, 2018
    9
    Just when Batman Arkham Asylum was so good, this game blew that game away! They took a huge step forward with this game and it paid off! Best Batman game to date!
  60. XJoseManuel10X
    Apr 1, 2018
    8
    Batman: Arkham City is a 2011 action-adventure video games developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros.

    + Excellent Presentation + Boss Battles are Better than Asylum + Has all the Good of Arkham Asylum but Now Situated in a Open World - Has The Flaws of Many Open World with Secundary Missions (Sometimes you are in a Critical Situation of the Main Story and Suddenly    Batman: Arkham City is a 2011 action-adventure video games developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros.

    + Excellent Presentation
    + Boss Battles are Better than Asylum
    + Has all the Good of Arkham Asylum but Now Situated in a Open World
    - Has The Flaws of Many Open World with Secundary Missions (Sometimes you are in a Critical Situation of the Main Story and Suddenly a Secundary objective is Activated)
    - Too Tempting to Play Through the Entire Game in Detective Vision Mode
    - The Riddler Challenges can be Frustrating Specially when you don't have the Gadgets to get it

    My Score: 8/10    … Expand
  61. gabes1919
    Mar 30, 2018
    9
    Wasn't expecting to love this as it seemed like just a retread of Asylum with a cheap reason to continue. Oooo boy was I wrong. This game is everything Asylum was and better.
  62. Treymur7
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It has incredible fighting and stealth combat. The voice acting in great especially Mark Hamill as the Joker. It has a great story and an excellent twist. There is a lot of open world free roaming with lots of easter eggs. Great side missions. The riddler challenges could have a little bit more explaining but it is a small flaw. Great bass battles. Also there isThis game is a masterpiece. It has incredible fighting and stealth combat. The voice acting in great especially Mark Hamill as the Joker. It has a great story and an excellent twist. There is a lot of open world free roaming with lots of easter eggs. Great side missions. The riddler challenges could have a little bit more explaining but it is a small flaw. Great bass battles. Also there is an awesome DLC where you can play as robin with different gadgets.… Expand
  63. Darkison
    Jan 25, 2018
    8
    Tá aí, digna de uma continuação do Asylum. Não tenho muitas memórias dele, portanto não falarei muito
  64. iliescu
    Dec 17, 2017
    8
    Much fun though the bat ears are no height as such saying..the hat of the Dunpeal in D the Vampire Hunter. Batman Arkham City has technological gadgets to beat anything that is criminal in the game world. He can reach heights however the city is dark and might creep something a little too much. Great game other wise, not that found as handful as Vampire Hunter D though.
  65. user12
    Dec 15, 2017
    9
    Arkham City is a very fun and challenging game, with compelling story and narrative, top-notch voice acting, stellar graphics, and very well-written characters. It also features one of the best boss fights in video gaming history. The best parts of this game are probably the gameplay and voice acting. In any case I would recommend this version over the remaster.
  66. spacebear1
    Dec 9, 2017
    10
    Rocksteady's Batman: Arkham City is a flawless sequel to an amazing game. The story is even better, the characters are even better, and the gameplay is just as great as the previous game. Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill continuously prove to be the true Batman & Joker. I love this amazing game and my rating would be a 10/10
  67. SrPepe
    Oct 29, 2017
    9
    Se agradece mucho que hagan estas obras maestras para nuestros héroes favoritos de los cómics, de verdad. Excelente en todos sentidos, el mejor de la saga.
  68. ViniciusBrito
    Jun 2, 2017
    10
    Batman Arkham City had a mission that i considered impossible at the time, be better than Arkham Asylum was, and fortunately it was way better and very innovative. Counting with a much bigger map with so many levels to go, subway or up in buildings, the atmosphere in this game is special, you have the felling in this game is great, the street all devastated and fully of prisioners andBatman Arkham City had a mission that i considered impossible at the time, be better than Arkham Asylum was, and fortunately it was way better and very innovative. Counting with a much bigger map with so many levels to go, subway or up in buildings, the atmosphere in this game is special, you have the felling in this game is great, the street all devastated and fully of prisioners and bandits that you need to save the place from.
    Another big additional in the game are the side missions, you have twelve of them, most of them you have a good and short story telling that it's reached by the end of every one, to get there you need to find dead bodies and use the detective mode to get tracks and finally reach the boss.
    The combat are pretty much the same, a few new moves and stuff to use, the stealth battles still awesome with new moves. The characters now, beyond batman and the joker, have more profundity, Thalia, Ras, Harley, Catwoman, Penguin and of course the joker. The Boss fihts in this game are better than the last one, wich was already great, each one is specific, not repetitive at all.
    Now, what make this game a 10, the story is phenomenal, since the beginning until the last second, all what happens let you more curious and thoughtful for what is coming next, the plot is amazing, there is two main line in the story, both are wonderful, with Ras Al Ghul and the Joker, the plot twist in the end is mind blowing, that simple !
    The other game modes, combats and predator stil give a lot of fun and more hours for play, if you enjoy the combats in the game, it will definely be much fun getting combos and use all possible hits that you can, just like in the predator, complete all challenges will took a lot of time from you!
    Batman Arkham City it's a must buy and have one of the most entertained, emotional and inspiring story in games ever made.    … Expand
  69. Dave_esprit
    Feb 23, 2017
    10
    Perfect for Batman fans, Batman Arkham city took the best things from Arkham Asylum and improved them, just the best video game of the saga and the best superhero video game.
  70. Alvokun
    Feb 5, 2017
    10
    The best video game based on a comic I have ever played. It maintains all the good elements from Arkham Asylum at the same time it is greatly improved.

    The city is bigger and offers more possibilities, and the story captivates from the very beginning. Even if you do not like superheroes, this is must-have within the adventure/action genre.
  71. Jaleo
    Jan 13, 2017
    8
    Awesome. Most fail when it comes to making games of superheroes, but Rocksteady was the exception. I even had fun playing the first part, which everybody complained because it was too plain. Well, that was their first try. But Arkham City brought it to a new whole level. A big city (big enough, there's no need to make huge maps, why?), lots of action (that well, will make you feel you areAwesome. Most fail when it comes to making games of superheroes, but Rocksteady was the exception. I even had fun playing the first part, which everybody complained because it was too plain. Well, that was their first try. But Arkham City brought it to a new whole level. A big city (big enough, there's no need to make huge maps, why?), lots of action (that well, will make you feel you are the best but just pressing one-two buttons), challenges, sidequests, but most importantly a great story. The Unreal engine also makes wonders in a little console like the PS3. The series should have ended here thou, then they started doing more of the same, yet bigger, but turned out to be repetitive, kinda like what happens with Assassin's creed games that, they try to convince you all is new but nothing changed.… Expand
  72. revellex
    Dec 2, 2016
    9
    Almost Perfect! Great story, great combat, smooth gameplay, tons of content especially with all DLCs, great graphics, great audio. More fun than Arkham Asylum in my opinion. Recommended!
  73. RoEmDeLoo
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    ¿Qué podría decir de este juego? Es magnífico, es precioso, es buenísimo.
    Batman Arkham City Es el MEJOR juego de la franquicia. Ya que este es un Análisis Extenso lo hare con todos los detalles posibles sin hacerte ningún spoiler por cada uno de sus apartados, empecemos.
    Gráficos: Los gráficos están excelentes para un juego de 2011 y está muy bien optimizado. Las texturas faciales y    ¿Qué podría decir de este juego? Es magnífico, es precioso, es buenísimo.
    Batman Arkham City Es el MEJOR juego de la franquicia. Ya que este es un Análisis Extenso lo hare con todos los detalles posibles sin hacerte ningún spoiler por cada uno de sus apartados, empecemos.

    Gráficos: Los gráficos están excelentes para un juego de 2011 y está muy bien optimizado. Las texturas faciales y de los personajes están hechas hasta el último detalle para que se note lo más realista posible. Aparte la ciudad nunca lucia tan bien como aquí, que está perfectamente cuidada y decorada para que tengas una idea en realidad en que lugar estas.

    Sonido: Los Soundtracks de este batman son los mejores de la franquicia, desde la música de inicio hasta la de los créditos, veras que son canciones acordes a la situación que esté pasando, aparte de que son muy buenas y agregan un lado épico al título.

    Jugabilidad: En jugabilidad es donde Batman Arkham City falla un poco, ya que, aunque sus controles no son malos en PC, en mando tampoco son muy cómodos. En los dos tiene su fallo. Por ejemplo: En Teclado los controles son muchos, pero muchos, aparte de que usan cosas del mouse que a veces son bastante incomodas (Como usar la bolita del mouse para disparar un Batarang). Ahora, en mando a pesar de que no son muchos. La selección de objetos es demasiada incomoda y no te deja pensar rápido (También ocurre en el disparo rápido). El combate cuerpo a cuerpo, sea en mando o en teclado es muy bueno, ya que nos deja esquivar, golpear, hacer ataques críticos y devolverle el ataque al oponente.

    Historia: Su punto más fuerte del título. Simplemente Genial. Con una idea extraordinaria la de Arkham City, aparte de que descubrirás conspiraciones y viejos conocidos. Tendrás sorpresas muy inesperadas que te dejaran boquiabierta. Aunque no hay mucho enfoque a los villanos y la mayoría se sienten como secundarios. Solo unos pocos de verdad se les da la atención en todo el juego. Y también ocurre con otros personajes aliados. No se les da mucho enfoque. Creo que no hay ninguno que se llegue a comparar a la atención que se le da al villano principal, aparte de Alfred y la Gatubela. (No consideren esto Spoiler ya que Alfred es Alfred, Siempre estará ahí, jijiji).

    Contenido: Batman Arkham City nos deja explorar la ciudad donde habrá misiones secundarias, misterios de Enigma y la campaña principal, esta dura unas 14 horas, pero si le sacamos todo el jugo al juego nos dará perfectamente unas 30 horas.

    En fin, eso es lo que puedo decir. Mis Recomendaciones es que Lo pongan en DIFICIL, ya que el juego es un tantito fácil jjijiij y que se tomen su tiempo para explorar y ver el escenario.    … Expand
  74. p0t1t4yp0t1t0
    Sep 7, 2016
    9
    This game is better than Arkham Asylum in almost all but story, however this game is in my own TOP 5 of videogames: I love its modes and challenges, I love its map and I love its enemies. 9/10
  75. mikaelo
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    batman arkham city is brilliant in all the aspects: story,graphics, combat mode,the mapdetective moments, the variations of batsuits.Maybe the bether game of superheroes in history and mark hamill at the joker its perfect. Probably one of the bests games of all time. this game its a jewel.rocksteady did great with this game. if you dont love batman you have to enjoy this game anyway. PERFECT.
  76. echobase2002
    Aug 14, 2016
    10
    This is a perfect game. The story is top notch, the controls are phenomenal, the side quests are varied and interesting, and it has just the right depth into the Batman universe. This game kept me from sleeping many nights, staying up to pass one more story point, get one more upgrade, etc.

    I rarely play the extra content in games once I beat the story, however this game was so fun I    This is a perfect game. The story is top notch, the controls are phenomenal, the side quests are varied and interesting, and it has just the right depth into the Batman universe. This game kept me from sleeping many nights, staying up to pass one more story point, get one more upgrade, etc.

    I rarely play the extra content in games once I beat the story, however this game was so fun I played through everything.    … Expand
  77. mrnice
    Jul 1, 2016
    7
    The gameplay is made less fun by input lag. The main missions have SOME merit for requiring intelligence, but overall I would rather replay Sleeping Dogs or GTA V. In Arkham City, I didn't feel adventurous, merely just a guy on duty. Pretty entertaining, but don't expect perfection.
  78. Blanche
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    One of my favourite PS3 games ever. There was so much to do outside of the main story line which was also very good and enticing. Combat system was very engaging and fun. Movement was fluid in most places and there was nothing in this game that frustrated or annoyed me which is rare. Awesome game.
  79. chunkycharlie
    May 18, 2016
    10
    A really great game expanding the area of exploration and concepts from the first game. One of the games I actually could not pull myself away from playing. The Original story for the game based on characters from an originally established universe continues to deliver and not disappoint. Playing as Robin and Nightwing as DLC characters in the extra modes along with Catwoman was a treat asA really great game expanding the area of exploration and concepts from the first game. One of the games I actually could not pull myself away from playing. The Original story for the game based on characters from an originally established universe continues to deliver and not disappoint. Playing as Robin and Nightwing as DLC characters in the extra modes along with Catwoman was a treat as well as the other versions of Batman.… Expand
  80. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    9
    If you love Batman, you're gonna love this game. If you don't love Batman, then you'll enjoy the game too, as it doesn't go over the head of a casual fan's head with the story. Simply put BUY THIS GAME!
  81. homer4president
    Apr 4, 2016
    9
    For those that haven't played the first Batman Arkham Asylum, it is not necessary to start there but I highly recommend not passing up the first before you go to the sequel as the first will wet your appetite for this one and you will be amazed at what they did for the follow up in Arkham City. It is not often that you have a sequel that does so well at adding and bringing more that whatFor those that haven't played the first Batman Arkham Asylum, it is not necessary to start there but I highly recommend not passing up the first before you go to the sequel as the first will wet your appetite for this one and you will be amazed at what they did for the follow up in Arkham City. It is not often that you have a sequel that does so well at adding and bringing more that what the first game did.… Expand
  82. AhmayVee
    Feb 22, 2016
    8
    Great game! Overwhelming when it comes to gathering all of the hidden trophies. I love that you can transition between playing as Catwoman and Batman. There was a moment towards the end of the game where I was a bit lost on what I was supposed to be doing. I love the open world feel to the game. It feels as if you can fly around forever and the scenery is amazing. Combat style is easy toGreat game! Overwhelming when it comes to gathering all of the hidden trophies. I love that you can transition between playing as Catwoman and Batman. There was a moment towards the end of the game where I was a bit lost on what I was supposed to be doing. I love the open world feel to the game. It feels as if you can fly around forever and the scenery is amazing. Combat style is easy to get used to and not too difficult. Storyline is entertaining and the game kept me engaged. I recommend this game to everyone.… Expand
  83. ramtinfarajol
    Feb 18, 2016
    10
    batman woow what a GAME great graphics gameplay driving beating down guys with robin catwoman and... not the best of the batman this game was but 10/10 is just the score
  84. nicomarin12
    Feb 16, 2016
    10
    Batman: Arkham City improves from Arkham Asylum, it's larger, bigger, but better.

    Not only did it successfully fix and introduced us to a smoother combat system wich was a joy to play, but it added more characters to the story (heroes and villains) a more complex plot, a larger map with tons of side missions, it made the detective mode less overpowered, and better boss battles. The    Batman: Arkham City improves from Arkham Asylum, it's larger, bigger, but better.

    Not only did it successfully fix and introduced us to a smoother combat system wich was a joy to play, but it added more characters to the story (heroes and villains) a more complex plot, a larger map with tons of side missions, it made the detective mode less overpowered, and better boss battles.

    The story is excellent, it offers much more than Asylum in terms of storytelling. We have, as I said before, more villains that we love but were missing from the previous game. And do I have to talk about the boss battles? They were such an improvement and were extremely fun to play (Mr. Freeze's boss still remains as one of the greatest boss battles ever made). And with a twist that was as unexpected as ever, you'll love this game more.

    Combat and Predator missions are also improved from Asylum, there are more challenges that'll guarantee endless hours of gameplay trying to get 3 stars in al stages.

    I do not have any flaws with this game, and that is something, it is an experience more than a game in wich you enjoy every single moment of it. Also, this is one of the few games were I really recommend getting the GOTY edition. It includes the Catwoman storyline, more challenge missions, more characters and skins, and a new story wich is still fun to play. This game is definitely worth at full price. Any comic book fan, Batman fan, or gamer in general should love this one.    … Expand
  85. JuanLuisGG14
    Jan 31, 2016
    8
    EDIT: Still think the game is great, but combat, though it works really well, is monotonous and boring.(specially after many hours of playing). Other things remain the same on my opinion.
    8/10 (previous score: 10/10)
  86. Spazero
    Jan 24, 2016
    9
    Really good game. Haven't played a Batman game before and took a risk with the hardest difficulty, just cause I like challenges. At 1st I thought I made a big mistake, but after the first boss battle I got the hang of it and enjoyed myself, would have been way too easy on any other setting. Boss fights were cool, especially Mr. Freeze. But the other boss fights bring me to why I gave theReally good game. Haven't played a Batman game before and took a risk with the hardest difficulty, just cause I like challenges. At 1st I thought I made a big mistake, but after the first boss battle I got the hang of it and enjoyed myself, would have been way too easy on any other setting. Boss fights were cool, especially Mr. Freeze. But the other boss fights bring me to why I gave the game a 9, not 10. The other fights were way too similar in tactics wise and maybe even a little too easy. Still a great game and worth playing even in 2016!… Expand
  87. ElectroSoul
    Jan 22, 2016
    9
    Great game! Is easily the best batman game ever done (even better than Batman Arkham Knight). Good graphics, great story, great voice acting and...a superb soundtrack. Totally recommend this game. 9/10
  88. cwilliamhud
    Dec 14, 2015
    10
    One of the most expansive, detailed, and entertaining game I have ever played. The open world is enormous and makes for long hours of gameplay. Storyline is complex and poignant. Very high quality game. Highly recommend!
  89. gdiego135
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    This game improves on soooo many levels from the previous one, the combat is smoother, the world is bigger, more badass villains, and cat woman's booty, what more can you ask for, BE THE BATMAN!!!!!!
  90. marcelgermann
    Nov 9, 2015
    9
    Batman Arkham City
    ist genauso gut wie sein Vorgänger, wenn nicht sogar besser. Die Kämpfe sind noch flüssiger, es gibt neue Gegner wie Two Face, Mr. Freeze oder der Pinguin. Man befindet sich nicht mehr im Gefängnis, sonder hat eine Open World und kann mit seinem Batcape durch Gotham gleiten. Jeder Bösewicht hat seine eigenen Anhänger, Joker ist wieder der Hauptbösewicht und ist komplett    Batman Arkham City
    ist genauso gut wie sein Vorgänger, wenn nicht sogar besser. Die Kämpfe sind noch flüssiger, es gibt neue Gegner wie Two Face, Mr. Freeze oder der Pinguin. Man befindet sich nicht mehr im Gefängnis, sonder hat eine Open World und kann mit seinem Batcape durch Gotham gleiten. Jeder Bösewicht hat seine eigenen Anhänger, Joker ist wieder der Hauptbösewicht und ist komplett enstellt von der Droge aus dem ersten Teil    … Expand
  91. Darth24
    Nov 5, 2015
    9
    There is not much that can be said about this game, that has not been said already. The arkham series are the games that allow you to truly feel like and play as Batman, and this game is even better than Asylum, and that is all that should need to be said.
  92. AlexGaming
    Sep 21, 2015
    10
    This batman game is as badass as the Dark Knight trilogy. Strong plot, likeable characters such as the Joker and an enormous prison Arkham City which has tons of places to explore. The gamepay is simple and the combo system is effective.You can have almost the same gadgets as Arkham Asylum , basically even better. Batman is as stealthy as Sam Fisher from Splinter Cell and Solid Snake fromThis batman game is as badass as the Dark Knight trilogy. Strong plot, likeable characters such as the Joker and an enormous prison Arkham City which has tons of places to explore. The gamepay is simple and the combo system is effective.You can have almost the same gadgets as Arkham Asylum , basically even better. Batman is as stealthy as Sam Fisher from Splinter Cell and Solid Snake from Metal Gear Solid.Although the end is kind of depressing due to the Joker's death. BUY IT GUYS… Expand
  93. Ryanstone
    Sep 6, 2015
    10
    This game is simple the greatest game ever made.I feel that when you're looking for the perfect game it all comes down to the experience,game-play and visual effects.Batman Arkham City as them 3 factors.The game-play is highly addictive, the story line is phenomenal and the graphics are incredible.This game has the best combat system to ever be in a video game and if you're looking for aThis game is simple the greatest game ever made.I feel that when you're looking for the perfect game it all comes down to the experience,game-play and visual effects.Batman Arkham City as them 3 factors.The game-play is highly addictive, the story line is phenomenal and the graphics are incredible.This game has the best combat system to ever be in a video game and if you're looking for a game that stands the test of time,this is the one for you.Thank you Rocksteady!!!… Expand
  94. itsmebenhur
    Sep 6, 2015
    10
    Batman arkham city is an outstanding game.Excellent story.Excellent combat system.Graphics are also nice but you may get bored sometimes but it is definitely worth purchasing.
  95. falloutcritic
    Aug 11, 2015
    10
    a flawless game, my favorite of the arkham series. control is perfect side missions are fun, even though i hate doing the riddler challenges in this game i had intensive to do them. i feel like i am batman and i feel the urge to replay this game i absolutely loved this game.
  96. Batman2752
    Jul 9, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. By far the best game of the year. Paul Dini (the writer from batman the animated series) has returned to write one of the best batman stories I've seen, yes it is up there with the killing joke. And one of the only times I will actually cry when the bad guy DIES. yes you are right THE JOKER DIES in what could be the best ending ever! If you can only buy one game buy this.… Expand
  97. Luizzrz
    Jul 5, 2015
    10
    A large upgrade to Arkham Asylum, new map, new tools (gadgets, whatever), larger story, side-quests, open world map, erhmm... I don't know anymore, just buy it, it's an amazing and fun game.
  98. Psktassassin
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    This game makes you feel like batman finally. The voice acting is great and the story is one you will play more than once. All the side missions were memorable and the graphics are brilliant. The combat is the most fun combat in any game I have ever played.The soundtrack is perfect and there is so much justice for batman fans. This is super hero games done right.
  99. Darkestknight
    Jun 24, 2015
    9
    With the release of Arkham Knight, I now feel compelled to give this game a review and show my true appreciation for it. This game was a worthy winner of game of the year, it transcended its genre and really went that extra step to dele into the batman mythos and explain what he, his allies and villains were all about. Most importantly though, it expanded upon the story set out in ArkhamWith the release of Arkham Knight, I now feel compelled to give this game a review and show my true appreciation for it. This game was a worthy winner of game of the year, it transcended its genre and really went that extra step to dele into the batman mythos and explain what he, his allies and villains were all about. Most importantly though, it expanded upon the story set out in Arkham Asylum and improved the interest and scope of the story with many new, exciting twists and boss battles that are both exciting and necessary. I feel that this game challenges the player and highlights the many aspects of the batman, as a crime fighter and detective and also as a fearsome, almost mythical figure who is all too human. Arkham City is a great credit to the batman franchise and is equally as well developed as it's storyline.

    I feel that in order to give a 10 a game needs to be perfect, this game is not perfect, though nonetheless is very, very good. Though for me I enjoyed it as much as I have enjoyed any other game, I feel that for the general user a 9/10 reflects the value of this game best.    … Expand
  100. awdwe123
    Jun 14, 2015
    10
    Arkham City is one of the best game I had ever played, the combat is superb, the story is fun, and I love all the extra side mission that can be done. The art is breath taking and the only thing that could be better is if there were less bugs but that's a small price to pay for one of the best story's,art,music, and combat in any game, never mind a superhero game. So if you don't own itArkham City is one of the best game I had ever played, the combat is superb, the story is fun, and I love all the extra side mission that can be done. The art is breath taking and the only thing that could be better is if there were less bugs but that's a small price to pay for one of the best story's,art,music, and combat in any game, never mind a superhero game. So if you don't own it right now go buy it, its worth the money.… Expand
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96

Universal acclaim - based on 42 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Dec 29, 2011
    89
    Arkham City is the best reflection of the Batman-comic books ever. Not because of the sheer amount of famous enemies that challenge our hero, but thanks to the amazing atmosphere that oozes from every pore of this remarkable action game. [Nov 2011, p.70]
  2. Gamer Limit
    Nov 29, 2011
    95
    All in all, outside of a few minor issues, I couldn't ask for a better Batman experience. If Arkham City was a graphic novel, it would be considered a classic.
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  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Nov 18, 2011
    100
    Arkham City should be celebrated as a shining achievement for the action-adventure genre for its masterful execution. [Holiday 2011, p.70]
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