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  1. Jun 23, 2015
    10
    I felt it necessary to create an account simply to combat these COMPLETELY unfounded negative reviews, they are doing the game a serious injustice. I'm reading things like "combat and graphics are great, but it feels like the last games in the series" or "this game should not have been released on PC, there are some framerate drops" or "Warner Bros is a horrible publisher, too much contentI felt it necessary to create an account simply to combat these COMPLETELY unfounded negative reviews, they are doing the game a serious injustice. I'm reading things like "combat and graphics are great, but it feels like the last games in the series" or "this game should not have been released on PC, there are some framerate drops" or "Warner Bros is a horrible publisher, too much content cut" (honestly, this game is jam packed with content, not to mention it comes with 3 pieces of free DLC right out of the box, this dude must be high) where they then proceed to give the game a whopping ZERO. How unfair! These people have most likely put in a couple hours MAX into this amazing game, and then they come on with relatively minor complaints and give it a ZERO?? When reviewers do this they proceed to lose all credibility, period. Honestly, pay no attention to these reviews, they are bogus, written by extremely immature gamers who are unable to write objective, fair reviews. All that being said, I AM LOVING THIS GAME! I am around 12 hours into the main story line (I felt that was enough to write this review) and I am truly in awe of this game, the graphics, combat, story, voice acting, writing, new gameplay mechanics. I am in Batman heaven. Yes, the Batmobile is a TAD overused, but it is still FUN, I promise. That is my only "complaint" (if you can even call it that). Other than that, so far this is gaming perfection. Rocksteady has proved yet again that they truly know how to make amazing, top shelf games. The current user score is at a surprising and shameful 7.0. This is wildly inaccurate, I can assure you. Seriously guys!? Pay attention to the critic reviews, they tell the true story. If you loved (or even remotely liked) Arkham Asylum and/or Arkham City, or if you love dark, suspenseful, insanely fun action/stealth games, I could not recommend this game more. I am giving it a well deserved 10/10. Expand
  2. Jun 23, 2015
    10
    It's best game from Arkham franchise, and for my opinion best game in the world. Haters always gonna hate, but let be honest - Rocksteady are professionals, they made it again, they again help us to be the Batman. Thanks them for this wonderful days in Gotham city.
  3. Jun 23, 2015
    10
    This game is one of the best Next gen games (now current gen) People complain about the bat mobile being over the top which it sometimes is but the majority of the time its great fun. This is all boosted by every bit of arkham city and asylum which we all know and love.
  4. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    A perfect game for the new generation. They really got the soul of Batman series with this incredible end of saga. Awesome game at all. Batman and batmobile has a impressive synergy and both complete the gameplay experience. If you really are a fan of Batman series and want to feel the Batman universe and all it's atmosphere with an awesome graphics + gameplay, this game is for you.
  5. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    PC gamers are so mad that they lower the average user score lmao. Get a life, this game is absolutely perfect, no flaws in it. Such an incredible masterpiece.
  6. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    this games amazing this games amazing this games amazing this games amazing this games amazinthis games amazing g this games amazing this games amazing
  7. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    Before I review the game, let me tell you how silly a lot of you look right now.

    First off, you PC gamers are complaining about the PC version under the PS4 version. Maybe play it on PS4 and see how that turns out. Because one your problems are fixed, you're gonna love it, I bet you. Second, you guys who are saying this game sucks for nonchalant reasons: have you actually played the
    Before I review the game, let me tell you how silly a lot of you look right now.

    First off, you PC gamers are complaining about the PC version under the PS4 version. Maybe play it on PS4 and see how that turns out. Because one your problems are fixed, you're gonna love it, I bet you.

    Second, you guys who are saying this game sucks for nonchalant reasons: have you actually played the game? Play through it before writing a review, please. And I mean all the way through the campaign.

    Third and final, a lot of people are complaining and whining about the Batmobile and the fact that this game out too early. I find this funny because these are the same people who whined and complained about the Batmobile not being in the other games and the fact that Arkham Knight was pushed back not once, not twice, but FOUR times. Rocksteady read has done everything they can to make this work and you guys just come here and complain about it? If I was Rocksteady, I would honestly just stop making games all together for you people.

    Now, this is a message to everyone. If you're thinking about not buying the game because of some lousy reviews, please get the game. Seriously, don't let someone else's opinion decide whether you are going to buy a game or not. If you WANT to play it, then get it! It doesn't matter what others are saying, because who cares! When it comes to gaming, the only thing that matters is YOUR opinion!

    Anywho, sorry for all the ranting, but people just need to be told. This game is great, it is everything I was hoping for in the Batman finale, and it has blown me away on every scale. I am terrible sorry for those who did not enjoy it, but maybe those are the same people who enjoy CoD. Who knows? But wow, Arkham Knight took my breath away. It is predictable, yes, but does that ruin the game!? Heck no! It actually helps if you try not to think about it. Just play the game and enjoy it! But yes, the gameplay is flawless, graphics are stunning, story is on point, and the sound is great. Even the characters are wonderful. Come on: it's the same batman game we've been with since Arkham Asylum. Only this time, it's a lot bigger than Asylum and a lot more addicting then City. This game is beyond amazing. It never disappoints me tbh. And to all the Batmobile haters: I love driving it around. I don't care if it's forced on me, I'm going to drive it for fun because it's just THAT cool. I love it. Maybe add the Batwing next? Overall, amazing game and I recommend this title to everyone.

    Character: 10/10
    Story: 9.7/10
    Graphics: 10/10
    Sound: 10/10
    Appeal: 9.8/10
    Original Score: 10/10
    Average Score: 9.9/10
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  8. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    This game just does everything right! Combat is still same, with some new moves and enemy types. Stealth is awesome because of the new gadgets, Story is awesome and Driving batmobile is so much fun. Only thing that i didn´t like so much is that there is too much tank combat but it´s still fun.

    People pls if u want to cry about that pc version sucks go rate pc version not ps4.
  9. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    So this game is tight don't know why the negative reviews I think some of it may be peeps trying to play on out of date hardware cause just cause you write a review don't mean nothing really - your really just mad cause your puter sucks and can't run this game or its a torrent and the cracks just are all fail. anyhow game is great graphics are outstanding playing in 4k and I'm just likeSo this game is tight don't know why the negative reviews I think some of it may be peeps trying to play on out of date hardware cause just cause you write a review don't mean nothing really - your really just mad cause your puter sucks and can't run this game or its a torrent and the cracks just are all fail. anyhow game is great graphics are outstanding playing in 4k and I'm just like wow. Can't hate on this game all who do are fuken retards. Expand
  10. Jun 24, 2015
    10
    I give it AK 10 to offset the butthurt PC players who believe the problems encountered on their platform should reflect on the console versions, and for every idiot that posted 0. To me in reality it's a solid 9. Admittedly I was underwhelmed with the game to begin with, but that's not surprising considering I was concentrating on the campaign which is (quite sensibly) of a similar styleI give it AK 10 to offset the butthurt PC players who believe the problems encountered on their platform should reflect on the console versions, and for every idiot that posted 0. To me in reality it's a solid 9. Admittedly I was underwhelmed with the game to begin with, but that's not surprising considering I was concentrating on the campaign which is (quite sensibly) of a similar style to the two (and a half) previous versions of the title. My advice would be 'don't just throttle the campaign', allow yourself to make use of the mission wheel that will have you up to all sorts of additional content, and this is where you will find many new concepts in the game. The Batmobile is not as big an issue as it has been reported here and there, where it is heavily utilised early on (in the campaign) to introduce you to it, it moves on quick enough. I have found the majority of Batmobile activities are in the optional sidequests. Personally I am really starting to love having it in game, now I am getting the hang of using it, a few upgrades help too. Definitely use the 'toggle battle mode' in the game options if you prefer a traditional L2/R2 brake setup, and would prefer not to have to hold down a button at all times to remain in battle mode. The combat as always is great. I've read complaints about the simplicity, in regards to being able to just use triangle, which is a counter, and weak as **** Yeah it's a perfect counter that is almost invulnerable (early on at least), but if you choose to rely on it, then you're fights will be boring as hell and very long, which is on you. My experience with the Batman games has always been, the more experienced you get, the more fun you have. Seasoned players of the previous should defo go hard difficulty straight up.

    TLDR:
    + Plenty of new concepts and content in the well designed Mission wheel. The fun is in the variety.
    + Awesome combat that can be as simple or complex as varying players want.
    + Batmobile = Beast!! (and entirely optional for the most part after a few bits early on in campaign)
    + Enjoyment scales with your skill, the better you get the more you'll love it.
    - Potentially disappointing for those just wanting to smash the campaign. Rushing it could well ruin it.
    - City map isn't as helpful as it could be.
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  11. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This is amazing! For anyone to even think about giving this game less than a 9 is ludicrous. This is batman in the purest form, it is my childhood, it is the kind of homages to the original comic book series - The slick, sharp and dark Batman.
    You will see a lot of reviews saying that the batmobile is overused and unnecessarily forced upon you, but honestly, if you don;t want to use the
    This is amazing! For anyone to even think about giving this game less than a 9 is ludicrous. This is batman in the purest form, it is my childhood, it is the kind of homages to the original comic book series - The slick, sharp and dark Batman.
    You will see a lot of reviews saying that the batmobile is overused and unnecessarily forced upon you, but honestly, if you don;t want to use the batmobile so much, then don't?! Go and do some side missions (which are fantastic in themselves) or solve riddler trophies. This is a game packed full of content and you can take the game at your own pace! I have had it since the midnight launch and I am generally just enjoying gliding round Gotham beating up rapscallions who tip over cars.

    A word to sum up this game? - Masterpiece.
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  12. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Batman:Arkham Knight is one of the best games ever.Maybe even the best game ever.Everything in this game is cool:graphics,story,side missions,gameplay,optimization.10/10
  13. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The game is great on PS4! one of the best games of 2015 and the best batman game ever made !rockestedy created a masterpiece ....every thing is great in this game !
  14. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    THE BEST BATMAN:
    I know PC users are having problems, but i don't care and simply don't give a damn, I've got the ps4 version and its amazing, addictive and well done, sometimes the Batmobile could be frustrating, but at the end its a necessary tool, people that complaint about it its because haven't beat the game yet, i really recommend it, and users also complaint about the 30 fps in
    THE BEST BATMAN:
    I know PC users are having problems, but i don't care and simply don't give a damn, I've got the ps4 version and its amazing, addictive and well done, sometimes the Batmobile could be frustrating, but at the end its a necessary tool, people that complaint about it its because haven't beat the game yet, i really recommend it, and users also complaint about the 30 fps in xbox, yet again i don't give a damn, thats why i bought ps4 before this **** game console wars. Its your fault for choosing a lower console.. this game deserves a 10/10
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  15. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I was intimidated by some reviews and how they.....disliked the mechanic of certain things like the batmobile and said it had a horrible and cliché plot. So when I went to pick it up yesterday it was like god was postponing my chance to play it. HOWEVER I was amazingly pleased with what I got. I admit that the batmobile was hard to use at first but as time progresses I mastered it. I wontI was intimidated by some reviews and how they.....disliked the mechanic of certain things like the batmobile and said it had a horrible and cliché plot. So when I went to pick it up yesterday it was like god was postponing my chance to play it. HOWEVER I was amazingly pleased with what I got. I admit that the batmobile was hard to use at first but as time progresses I mastered it. I wont say this persons (and refer to him as "this person") name but it was amazing to see this person, that whenever I saw this person, I would stop what I was doing just to here the words this person had to say. Enjoying every bit of it. I no longer thought possible for a upgrade in any aspect of fighting. But, as Sefton Hill himself said, there was still so much they could still do. And they did. the fighting was awesome and flashy, kind of felt like I was playing some sort of Japanese fighting game with the flashy booms and colorful streaks you left behind with a punch, and the combat is as smooth as ever if not more so then ever before especially with the new edition of dual play. I also believe the predatory was amazing, considering that with gameplay they showed so far, they still made it hard as hell. There would even be times that up to 15+ men would be n one room. And there is enough things in there that can aid you in taking on those 15 dudes. The plot is something I wont spoil but will say it is more interesting then recent DC comic titles and I NEVER felt like the batmobile out did the Bat himself. Of course I prefer flying (yeah when you upgrade him far enough you can un officially flying around Gotham to the point I should be wearing a red cape......which you can as a bonus skin), but when duty calls I love taking the Batmobile for a spin(still trying to learn how to do a donut). Another thing is, is that I was scared of the possibility of a empty Gotham. LOL NOPE, it is littered and riddled with side quests and riddles. and there are some very cool ones, like the mysterious identity snatcher(yeah were have I heard that one before) and creature that flies around causing a mistaken of identity with the thugs around the city( who also provide a ton of easter eggs to characters we all love and know) . Honestly I aint a professional reviewer and I probably said some things no one gives a flying rats ass about, and was probably as informative as a hyped up friend who know less then you do. But if you where ever like me, scared , nervous, and very curious but had to retreat from the internet for 5 day so you would not be spoiled. Then I beg you to get the epic conclusion to a game we waited for 4 years Expand
  16. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I can't believe this game is only achieving a 6.7 user score. I gave this game a 10 because it deserves it based on killer graphics, bone-crunching-bat-brawling-game-play, an intriguing batman story and a bat-mobile that turns into a villain immobilizing battle tank. It builds on the foundation from previous games and expands with the franchise with the addition of the bat-tank/bat-mobileI can't believe this game is only achieving a 6.7 user score. I gave this game a 10 because it deserves it based on killer graphics, bone-crunching-bat-brawling-game-play, an intriguing batman story and a bat-mobile that turns into a villain immobilizing battle tank. It builds on the foundation from previous games and expands with the franchise with the addition of the bat-tank/bat-mobile and a huge, well decorated Gotham city to thrash around in. Worth the $60, don't listen to the haters. Zero is not a fair review for this game, Critics are objective and are scoring an average of 91. If you love Batman, then be the Batman. Expand
  17. Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. Anyone who gives this game (console versions) anything less than a 6 is a complete bonehead. So what if you don't like the bat mobile ? game is gorgeous and the developers took the time to create a gorgeous game. that alone deserves at least a 7. and anything found enjoyable the points add up from there. people these days . no appreciation
  18. Jun 28, 2015
    10
    I find it hard that this game has less than an 8.0 user score.
    Simply flying around Gotham is more fun than I've had with a game in a long time.
    The story is great, the visuals are amazing, and the gameplay is so polished it's scary. The camera work alone is worth mentioning as it rarely cuts but rather pans and zooms between gameplay and cutscene. Yes the batmobile is used a lot
    I find it hard that this game has less than an 8.0 user score.
    Simply flying around Gotham is more fun than I've had with a game in a long time.

    The story is great, the visuals are amazing, and the gameplay is so polished it's scary.
    The camera work alone is worth mentioning as it rarely cuts but rather pans and zooms between gameplay and cutscene.

    Yes the batmobile is used a lot but people are forgetting to mention that 85% of that stuff is optional!
    A lot of them are side missions you don't have to do.. so if you don't like it, just don't play the missions.

    I personally loved the mix up that the batmobile has added to the gameplay.
    There is nothing better than gliding over the city and thinking "Imma drive on this one" and pressing one button to have your tank catch you out of mid air in seamless gameplay awesomeness.

    Seriously, play this game for 30 minutes without a smile crossing your face and I question your humanity.
    So far, this is my favorite game of this console generation hands down.
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  19. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    No one with a ounce of sense should put a zero score down on batman arkham knight review score for stupid reasons like you don't have the game yet or because the PC version is glitchy or you don't like the batmobile. This games needs time with its learning curve of all the gadgets and the batmobile controls. I thought the batmobile was too slippery until I knew I could power slide. Also aNo one with a ounce of sense should put a zero score down on batman arkham knight review score for stupid reasons like you don't have the game yet or because the PC version is glitchy or you don't like the batmobile. This games needs time with its learning curve of all the gadgets and the batmobile controls. I thought the batmobile was too slippery until I knew I could power slide. Also a few hrs in you get to change the toggle for battle mode from L2 to R1 cause L2 is kinda of awkward since most gamers use that for brakes. So now the braking is on L2 and square is used for power slide along with R2.

    Batman story is great, acting superb, combat and side missions top notch and presentation is second to non. This is so far the best batman game ever.
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  20. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    for me this was the best game ive played so far this generation, improved combat from the previous games, outstanding graphics, and by far the best storyline that has been in an arkham game. Not to mention the batmobile was added and seems to have better mechanics than most games that have even more driving. All i can say about arkham knight is it is a fantastic ending to an amazing franchise!
  21. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    *Spoilers may follow*
    Made an account to talk about this game, and I have to let a lot out of my chest. There have been a ton of negative feedback all over the place with this game. I understand PC user's frustration of not being able to play this game, that's a huge bummer, but don't knock the score out until you can actually play because trust me it's worth it. This game is glorious
    *Spoilers may follow*
    Made an account to talk about this game, and I have to let a lot out of my chest. There have been a ton of negative feedback all over the place with this game. I understand PC user's frustration of not being able to play this game, that's a huge bummer, but don't knock the score out until you can actually play because trust me it's worth it. This game is glorious on all accounts, the visuals, the gameplay, and the story. Holy crap the story... I think it's beautiful and well crafted, and I was kind of worried since Paul Dini did not return to write this game. My god, the people at Rocksteady definitely knew what they were doing as this is a great Batman tale, probably high up there as the best. Batman has never been tested as a character as much as he is here, and it's astounding to see how he pulls through.

    Like a lot of other people here, I'm not entirely a big fan of all the Batmobile combat missions. They were too long, and there are too many for my taste. However, what's amazing about this game is that it allows you the player to take control of the paste. Don't want to continue the main mission that has a high chance or a Bat-Tank mission? Well then explore the city a little bit, solve a murder case, catch that thing flying in the sky, save Jack Ryder, hunt down penguin, or try to solve one of those brain teasing Riddler trophies. Trust me, the Bat-Tank missions aren't as bad if you play through it that way.

    I've read some threads about how people are disappointed with how they utilized certain characters and left questions unanswered. One in particular was about Hush. Yeah, I wish he had more to do, but he was on his way to destroying Bruce by attempting to kill Lucius and take over Wayne Enterprises. That was satisfying enough for me, but I can understand that criticism. Also, I would have liked a fist fight with Deathstroke, not a tank fight. Other than those gripes, all the sidemissions were fun and allowed you to get a better understanding for these villain characters.

    All in all, I'm not sure what all the humbug is about. Perhaps you'll see me in the forums retorting back at your claims of the game being bad because X reason, but I would say that if you're a big Batman fan then all of the things Rocksteady does in this game will be truly satisfying.
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  22. Jul 2, 2015
    10
    better than city, better than asylum, better than origins.. I'm just a pc user going on this right now and giving it a negative review for ps4 because it wont run well on pc... that's totally not the reasons, it's because of the repetitiveness of the batmobile and the terrible story and predictability... shut up...
  23. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    Clearly on the the best Batman games out there. A true masterpiece. I truly feel like Batman when playing this amazing game. Definitely the best Arkham game out there. Do yourself a favor and buy this game. You wont regret it!
  24. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    Its realy fantastic the best batman ive ever played .batmobil its realy good story is wanderfull if you dont play this game you lose one of the best game ever
  25. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    Arkham Knight is a really good game, though the batmobile is used a lot, it's still a great thing to drive around the world. I don't get the hate for this game, it's still a great game like Arkham City, it's storyline is good, the characters are good.

    The Arkham Knight was a predictable character half way through though.

    It's still a great game, despite the reviews.
  26. Jun 26, 2015
    10
    I find it kinda sad that everybody gives games zeros just so that its score goes down. This games deserves at least an 8 but I'm giving it a ten because of the people that gave it a zero.
  27. Jun 27, 2015
    10
    A great Batman game with a great storyline.....don't know the reason for so many -ve reviews....
    Also , gamers who are rating it a 0/10 for the PC version are requested to to review the PC version here :
    http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-knight. Now , lets start by breaking down the components :- 1)Gameplay : Awsome as ever !(or even better !) 2)Story : Could have
    A great Batman game with a great storyline.....don't know the reason for so many -ve reviews....
    Also , gamers who are rating it a 0/10 for the PC version are requested to to review the PC version here :

    http://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/batman-arkham-knight.

    Now , lets start by breaking down the components :-
    1)Gameplay : Awsome as ever !(or even better !)
    2)Story : Could have been better but was still a very good storyline with good twists and turns !
    3)Batmobile : Fun for 2/3 part , but then slightly boring...
    4)Graphics : 11/10(So good !)
    5)Side quests : Very very interesting(best in the series !)

    Overall , I think that this game was worth the wait ! A good send off to one of the best gaming trilogies ever made ! Well done Rocksteady...just fix the goddamn PC version ASAP so that even PC gamers can enjoy this wonderful game....

    10/10
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  28. Jun 27, 2015
    10
    Gran finale della trilogia Rocksteady. Ottima presentazione, un po' lungo forse il tempo iniziale dedicato alla batmobile. Tecnicamente superlativo su PS4. Difficilmente era possibile realizzare un epilogo migliore di questo. Complimenti Rocksteady.
  29. Jun 27, 2015
    10
    HOLY **** this game is awesome. play it immediately. its rock solid on ps4. i never experienced a fps drop and man, those graphics. ill play this game over and over again every time.
  30. Jun 27, 2015
    10
    One of the best video games ever made! When I played it, it blew my mind. Rocksteady have done it again. I've played the previous games, and arkham night builds on arkham city's open world by adding 3 locations you can visit. The story blew me away. And the ending was awesome. The graphics are phenomenal. One of the best I have ever seen. (But pc port is bad). All in all, this is anOne of the best video games ever made! When I played it, it blew my mind. Rocksteady have done it again. I've played the previous games, and arkham night builds on arkham city's open world by adding 3 locations you can visit. The story blew me away. And the ending was awesome. The graphics are phenomenal. One of the best I have ever seen. (But pc port is bad). All in all, this is an awesome game, a must have. But when you buy it, dont get pc veresion (at least not for now). The port is one of the worst I have seen. Get it on console. Also, batmobile gameplay is very fun (hell the entire game is fun). Expand
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 89 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 89
  2. Negative: 0 out of 89
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 1, 2015
    87
    Batman: Arkham Knight presents a technically proficient and overall satisfying ending to the Arkham series, but suffers from overuse of the novelty item Batmobile and extremely repetitive tank battles. [Aug 2015]
  2. Aug 26, 2015
    70
    Batman: Arkham Knight is the best looking game in the series so far, and includes a lot of cool stuff for fans of Batman. But at the same time it’s starting to feel like Rocksteady is almost too comfortable. It lacks new content, except the pretty bad designed Batmobile parts. If you haven’t played the previous games that much you will probably think that this is one of the best games this year.
  3. Games Master UK
    Aug 18, 2015
    90
    A million different elements blended seamlessly into one brilliantly cohesive experience. [Summer 2015, p.64]