Batman: Arkham Knight

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  1. fusion_13
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    What an amazing game, my personal GOTY so far and easily the best batman game ever. Story is the best in the series, same goes for action and combat. The batmobile is just amazing, so much fun to use, people only complain about it because they suck with it. Not really anything wrong with it. The dialogue and voice acting are spot on, there is so much content. Plus the dual take downsWhat an amazing game, my personal GOTY so far and easily the best batman game ever. Story is the best in the series, same goes for action and combat. The batmobile is just amazing, so much fun to use, people only complain about it because they suck with it. Not really anything wrong with it. The dialogue and voice acting are spot on, there is so much content. Plus the dual take downs where you play as robin, nightwing and catwoman are awesome. Not really much to improve on here, now rocksteady, time to make a superman game!!… Expand
  2. Franky3121
    Aug 18, 2019
    5
    Batmobile sucks
    Boss fights suck
    Arkham Knight talks so much crap
    Scarecrow isn't even the main villain
    Side Missions are terrible and repetitive

    Worst way to end a good series
  3. Krazi_kan2
    Jun 28, 2015
    10
    9.8/10 It does lack a lot of challenge maps which does kill it in the long run. However, this game is the the best arkham game. The Story is the great, gameplay is great, graphics is great. Overall just great. This is as close to being batman we will ever get.
  4. Manuals115
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    Picked this up a few days ago and I gotta say that it's been fantastic so far. Contrary to the opinions of most critics, batmobile combat is actually relatively enjoyable and the excellent other elements are more than enough to make up for its flaws, small they may be. The game has a few more puzzles this time round and this is a welcome addition, as they are also a bit harder than theyPicked this up a few days ago and I gotta say that it's been fantastic so far. Contrary to the opinions of most critics, batmobile combat is actually relatively enjoyable and the excellent other elements are more than enough to make up for its flaws, small they may be. The game has a few more puzzles this time round and this is a welcome addition, as they are also a bit harder than they were in previous instalments. The voice acting is exemplary and the story seems great so far as well. The only thing that even slightly disappointed me were the batmobile controls. In order to enter battle mode, you need to hold down L2 and keep it held down, or else you'll drop back into pursuit mode. I really couldn't understand why they did this; nor could I understand why reverse was assigned to the "square" button. This made batmobile gameplay awkward at times, but thankfully, there is an option to toggle these controls once you get past your first visit to the GCPD, which is great. And even so, the other awesome elements that Rocksteady have put into this game just completely overshadow this. New enemies, including brutes and medics are welcome (if annoying) changes to the combat and fear takedowns and dual play are perfect additions that both feel batman-y. Overall, this is a fantastic game that I would say is a MUST BUY.… Expand
  5. omochadreams
    Jul 3, 2015
    10
    Rocksteady made this Batman game a living comic book. Any flaws, if there are any, just vanish behind this greatly staged setting. This is definitely the best Batman game in the world and this is how it should have ever been.
  6. dsc24axalta
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    I don't get all of the complaints of this game. Sure, it has its quirks in the form of the Batmobile, but it's certainly not worth the 0 some people are giving it. I love how people do that, give it the lowest possible rating (even if it deserves a slightly higher score) just to bring the score down. My 10 is because I've not run into a single issue. It's beautiful, enjoyable to play, hasI don't get all of the complaints of this game. Sure, it has its quirks in the form of the Batmobile, but it's certainly not worth the 0 some people are giving it. I love how people do that, give it the lowest possible rating (even if it deserves a slightly higher score) just to bring the score down. My 10 is because I've not run into a single issue. It's beautiful, enjoyable to play, has great battle segments, has a very in depth and interesting story, gives you tons to do after beating the main game, and more. It's easily the best Batman game yet. I do get that the Batmobile can be a divisive point, but I've never had a complaint using it when it was necessary. It's all personal taste at that point.… Expand
  7. JakeGreenham
    Jun 24, 2015
    9
    I don't get how people can give this game 0 out of 10's. the only way that could happen is if the game didn't work. (which it doesn't on PC). the only real negative aspect to this game is the constant need for the bat mobile. your basically never, not using it. you're either using it as a tank, or using the power winch to access the next part of the level. the hand to hand combat is betterI don't get how people can give this game 0 out of 10's. the only way that could happen is if the game didn't work. (which it doesn't on PC). the only real negative aspect to this game is the constant need for the bat mobile. your basically never, not using it. you're either using it as a tank, or using the power winch to access the next part of the level. the hand to hand combat is better than ever, which is why I don't understand why they focused so heavily focused on tank combat. other than that the game is amazing. very open world, the map is absolutely huge, the grappling hook can be used at a greater distance which was sometimes annoying in the previous games. both of the main villains are awesome. always wondering who the all the arkham knight is, and the scarecrows design is flawless. Lots of twists and turns within the story. You always feel powerful. whether it's meeting up a group of 30 villains or putting the smack down on a big brute. a great game to end a fantastic trilogy. **** arkham origins.)… Expand
  8. AstonyAsh
    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.
  9. jake23232
    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
  10. thehenman
    Jun 25, 2015
    8
    Best bat man game of the lot so far, but not perfect. The combat, controls ect are all beefed up and polished and the visuals are great, the story is great also, a little darker in that respect. But I have to agree with gamespot, the bat mobile while great is forced upon you a little to much. After pulling the 10th wall down with it it starts to become a pain. Again the 10s or 5s scoredBest bat man game of the lot so far, but not perfect. The combat, controls ect are all beefed up and polished and the visuals are great, the story is great also, a little darker in that respect. But I have to agree with gamespot, the bat mobile while great is forced upon you a little to much. After pulling the 10th wall down with it it starts to become a pain. Again the 10s or 5s scored here are stupid. 8 seems about right.… Expand
  11. mikesurbroski89
    Jun 26, 2015
    9
    For any batman fans out there, you will simply love this game. The story is amazing and the combat system is probably the best its ever been. The batmobile is a new feature to the series, and is a great idea on paper but the control scheme can at times be complicating. Overall, because of a few minor problems with the batmobile it isn't a perfect game but far from a zero. It's a great gameFor any batman fans out there, you will simply love this game. The story is amazing and the combat system is probably the best its ever been. The batmobile is a new feature to the series, and is a great idea on paper but the control scheme can at times be complicating. Overall, because of a few minor problems with the batmobile it isn't a perfect game but far from a zero. It's a great game with great gameplay and an awesome story. I would recommend this game to any fan of the series or just in general.… Expand
  12. PPaul27
    Jul 3, 2015
    8
    Despite the abuse of new batmobile in gameplay..arkham knight is EPIC!! Arkham is splendid to view and great to discover. A lot of enemies and plenty of action for Batman more beautiful than ever. A bit of disappointment for the history of Harley quinn..too short and too easly
  13. nastybutler224
    Jun 30, 2015
    9
    This is the first Batman game I have played in the 'Arkham' series and I loved it. This game delivers diverse gameplay in spades. Assassins creed should take note on how to lay out optional content in an open world.
  14. fsuman
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    any batman fan will love this, those negative reviews are coming from pc players, if y'all hate this game go whine about it on the pc page, not the ps4 page
  15. Marshb63
    Jun 26, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent game and long time in coming for me as I didn't care for origins. Great graphics (the new consoles almost beat my PC but are still quite stunning! ), lots of encounters and side quests to do, great batmobile and the mechanics to go with it plus thoughtful upgrades to go with it.

    There are some who are saying there are no boss battles, but this isn't true, there just aren't as many of the frustrating "throw out the game mechanics that made the game interesting and whale on a giant health bar for 10 frustrating/boring minutes" that, after 30 years of gaming, has grown more than a little stale!

    A word of warning, the game seems a little bit more twitchy than earlier editions but then I did just admit to being old! ; p    … Expand
  16. vrildox
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    Best game so far for this generation. The Batmobile is even better than i expected it to be. The story is the best story possibly EVER in a game. The gameplay is just an improvement on the original which is the best combat in the history of video games. I see negative reviews and I get people are entitled to their own opinion, but I cannot for the life of me understand how a person couldBest game so far for this generation. The Batmobile is even better than i expected it to be. The story is the best story possibly EVER in a game. The gameplay is just an improvement on the original which is the best combat in the history of video games. I see negative reviews and I get people are entitled to their own opinion, but I cannot for the life of me understand how a person could dislike this game. It's basically like becoming Batman and they finally realized that ideal to the absolute max. If I could give this game a score of 20 on Metacritic I would. All I do all day at work is sit and think about new ways to approach different scenarios and how to tackle the side missions. On a quick side note, I notice a lot of people are referencing the Riddler trophies as being "annoying" or "tedious" and that makes me laugh because they're the same as they've always been. I personally LOVE the Riddler trophies and the new Riddler car challenges might be the funnest missions in the history of the franchise. Perfect game Rocksteady is legendary.… Expand
  17. WGDetective
    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.
  18. Harvey_Birdman
    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.    … Expand
  19. ESPRIT
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    One of the best games ever but it has some serious problems that caused by their publisher, warner bros.
    you must absolutely try and play it because beside of the batmobile problem this game doesn't any problem
  20. leopoldo
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    Batman Arkham Knight is an action game produced by Rocksteady. This game is a continuation of Arkham City. The game is incredible, so far it is the best generation. The graphics are the best to date, in addition, the soundtrack is wonderful. I had no problem with bugs. The story is fantastic, and the gameplay. The Batmobile and the Dual Play are the best innovations of the game. TheBatman Arkham Knight is an action game produced by Rocksteady. This game is a continuation of Arkham City. The game is incredible, so far it is the best generation. The graphics are the best to date, in addition, the soundtrack is wonderful. I had no problem with bugs. The story is fantastic, and the gameplay. The Batmobile and the Dual Play are the best innovations of the game. The Batmobile is great, the best vehicle of a game today, the struggles continue wonderful with many innovations, so with stealth. The story is great, you'll surely fall in love with her. The side quests are even better than those in Arkham city. The Riddler is very challenging, a great thing is that even if you finished the story, still have many hours to do the side quests and pick up collectibles. Batman Arkham Knight is the best game of the year so far, it sets the new generation, and finished Arkham franchise masterfully. 10 of 10… Expand
  21. Sanctify
    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.
  22. Shayan_MU
    Jul 29, 2015
    0
    They ruined it with batmobile , its get boring more and more ... boss fights with batmobile ?? Its batman , not terminator. Arkham city was soooooo much better
  23. Harrymomo
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    When you thought that they couldn't improve upon the Arkham games any longer, I'm happy to say it has improved. The story is great, the graphics are great, and there's plenty of content. The only problem I have with it is the sometimes forced batmobile gameplay, but it isn't unbearable to the point of it detracting from the game. Worth picking up even if you aren't a batman fan.
  24. commando41
    Jun 25, 2015
    6
    Game is beautiful...but it just feels so disjointed...the ebb and flow of the game just isn't there like the previous Batman games. The fact the game forces the Batmobile onto you on a few occasions isn't all that great as well..unlike the previous Batman games this one just doesn't feel polished. Still has the same mechanics that made this franchise great...but all in all I find thisGame is beautiful...but it just feels so disjointed...the ebb and flow of the game just isn't there like the previous Batman games. The fact the game forces the Batmobile onto you on a few occasions isn't all that great as well..unlike the previous Batman games this one just doesn't feel polished. Still has the same mechanics that made this franchise great...but all in all I find this version to be a bit bloated...it's a great rental gang don't waste your money on buying it.… Expand
  25. Superskilled121
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    This game is pretty good. There are a few issues like I had some issues with the batmobile controls and some of the tankcombat but this does not wreck the experience. The story is pretty good but it is predictable for big Batman comic fans. Other then that this game is amazing, it was worth every penny. I loved the simplistic combat and the beautiful graphics and mission variety. ThisThis game is pretty good. There are a few issues like I had some issues with the batmobile controls and some of the tankcombat but this does not wreck the experience. The story is pretty good but it is predictable for big Batman comic fans. Other then that this game is amazing, it was worth every penny. I loved the simplistic combat and the beautiful graphics and mission variety. This anger you see on the PS4 page is mostly from PC players, but they do have a right to complain because of the awful port , but they should keep this anger on the PC page of this game.… Expand
  26. ScarecrowJames
    Jun 25, 2015
    6
    Batman Arkham Knight still has the fluid and great combat that the Batman series has always done while adding in some new features, Sadly some features are hardly ever used such as gliding and using gadgets because you must purchase an upgrade and even when you do its...not that rewarding. It does give you options. Batman has a huge arsenal of gadgets so the game does give you several wayBatman Arkham Knight still has the fluid and great combat that the Batman series has always done while adding in some new features, Sadly some features are hardly ever used such as gliding and using gadgets because you must purchase an upgrade and even when you do its...not that rewarding. It does give you options. Batman has a huge arsenal of gadgets so the game does give you several way to take down enemies. So its up to the player to explore those options. The Arkham Knght character was billed as being a brand new character and some of its key plot points were pointed out before the games release despite Developers told players they were wrong. There is some disappointment in this game. The batmobile is a fun addition which quickly soon turns in to a crutch. Where you must take the Batmobile just about everywhere, including inside buildings to solve puzzles, Riddler or not. Riddler is back and quite possibly boring more then ever. Side quest are reduced to instead of adding extra story elements to enrich the story to defeat soldiers x amount of times(10+) or disarm mines to engage in Bat tank vs Tank combat over x times(10+) and so on with no reward other than..its done. The games Story how ever is fully engaging despite Arkham Knight's identity is quite predictable Scarecrow and his Fear toxins puts you on a fun ride but sadly the batmobile quite possibly starts to ruin you experience. The game looks great and sounds better than ever.

    Challenge Modes have also been removed. No longer can you pick Cat Woman, Nightwing, Robin/etc in predator missions or horde style map challenges, its just Batman with less stealth and more tank. For that reason I give a game that could have been the best, a 6 out of 10. It could have been a great game but it was ruined by weak side quest, Boss fights are all reduced to Bat Tank fights or cheap clone fights from previous games and the over abundance of the Batmobile is annoying.    … Expand
  27. SD55
    Jun 25, 2015
    8
    Best Batman in the Series with a few Downsites.

    + Visuals/ Rain looks awesome and enviroment too ..Smooth framerate. + Story / Best Story in the Series . Just enojable + New Gadget / Moves ...a few new cool Gadgets and Combat Moves make the game feel fresh + Extras / Riddlers Quests just awesome / Cool Sidemissions - Batmobile / Its cool to Drive and crash into buildings but the    Best Batman in the Series with a few Downsites.

    + Visuals/ Rain looks awesome and enviroment too ..Smooth framerate.
    + Story / Best Story in the Series . Just enojable
    + New Gadget / Moves ...a few new cool Gadgets and Combat Moves make the game feel fresh
    + Extras / Riddlers Quests just awesome / Cool Sidemissions

    - Batmobile / Its cool to Drive and crash into buildings but the Tank option doesnt fit
    into the Batman Universe...Too many Fights against Tanks ...They are fun at the beginning
    but turn into pain in the ass later.

    Maybe not the GOTY Candidate but definately one of the better games this year.
    For Batman fans a Must!    … Expand
  28. falloutcritic
    Jun 24, 2015
    8
    Before I begin I want to say that people giving this game a zero are doing so because they are slightly disappointed. I want to give an honest review. I give "Batman Arkham Knight" an 8 out of 10 quite a low score considering the previous two games. let me start by saying the Bat-mobile is garbage. it interrupts the flow of the game and the general feeling of being batman. in fact itBefore I begin I want to say that people giving this game a zero are doing so because they are slightly disappointed. I want to give an honest review. I give "Batman Arkham Knight" an 8 out of 10 quite a low score considering the previous two games. let me start by saying the Bat-mobile is garbage. it interrupts the flow of the game and the general feeling of being batman. in fact it contradicts everything he stands for. i love Batman and I love the arkham games however this one just couldn't live up to its predecessors due to over interaction with the batmobile. the side quests make up for the main story issues i had. I am still having fun with this game no it does not deserve a rating of 6.8 but is sure doesn'r deserve the 10/10 some sites are giving.… Expand
  29. KolyaLolRus
    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
  30. Phangled5
    Jun 26, 2015
    10
    I can assure you this is a good game on consoles and even better if you are a fan. I have noticed that the PC players have started polluting the user scores on the PS4 and XBOX ONE consoles. So just because their version doesnt work they want to ruin everyones experience. Its behavior like this that shows just what kind of people pc players are. I dont care if your version doesnt work,I can assure you this is a good game on consoles and even better if you are a fan. I have noticed that the PC players have started polluting the user scores on the PS4 and XBOX ONE consoles. So just because their version doesnt work they want to ruin everyones experience. Its behavior like this that shows just what kind of people pc players are. I dont care if your version doesnt work, i just dont care.. All I care about is that my version works and it is a great game.… Expand
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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 89 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 89
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 89
  3. 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. Level7.nu
    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.
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  3. Games Master UK
    Aug 18, 2015
    90
    A million different elements blended seamlessly into one brilliantly cohesive experience. [Summer 2015, p.64]
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