Batman: Arkham Knight

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  1. Kalcool12
    Dec 8, 2022
    7
    | A Weaker Ending |

    I was never a "huge" fan of the Arkham series, mostly due to its basic combat system and endless amounts of "fluff" (small tasks where you just push a single button). And this game isn't much different in that regard. However, I still very much enjoy all these games. Adventuring throughout Gotham is always fun, and the Metroidvania-like missions are always    | A Weaker Ending |

    I was never a "huge" fan of the Arkham series, mostly due to its basic combat system and endless amounts of "fluff" (small tasks where you just push a single button). And this game isn't much different in that regard.

    However, I still very much enjoy all these games. Adventuring throughout Gotham is always fun, and the Metroidvania-like missions are always exciting, with a mysterious and thriller-like tone.

    The reason why I consider this the weakest in the trilogy (ignoring Origins) is because of two reasons: The BatmoTank, and the story.

    BatmoTank is the most talked about critique in the game, but with good reason. It always slows down your enjoyment of the game, as you have to stop, shoot robotic tanks, drive, and repeat. The problem is not necessarily that it's not fun, but rather how repetitive the mission is.

    And the story... it's good in concept, but in the context of the games, it feels very out of place and predictable. Furthermore, the side-mission storylines are nothing to ride home about either, with unfulfilling resolutions and forgettable storylines. The main storyline is still dramatic and good, just predictable.

    Though overall, the game is still filled with enjoyment, with some of the best graphics that even today's games (Jan 2023) cannot compete with, along with fun missions and the best side character in all of gaming (I won't spoil it, but you'll know who. They're there throughout most the game.)    … Expand
  2. Elmaquina8970
    Apr 13, 2022
    9
    Muy buen juego pero es mejor arkham City se me hace un poco aburrido ir en el batmovil
  3. Arrow_2234
    May 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like this one. han as an abs sis a webhebsje aka end eke end die end die djd j sh babe she’s wjwnejehuenwjfbdihe he sinsh… Expand
  4. zach_grech
    May 3, 2022
    7
    This game is in some ways an excellent game. Combat and visuals are both excellent. Some great moments throughout the game. The Harley Quinn level is a noticeable highpoint of the video game with its excellent bosses and level design. The story is a downgrade from the previous games as it is very silly when it is trying to be serious.
  5. infraRecon
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    It is incredible how still in 2022 this game holds up, it looks better, and it plays better than Gotham Knights even on the PS4.
    I played Arkham Knight back in 2017, and little did I know that this would be the last purely Batman game in the Arkham verse. While it has minor flaws, AKA "Tank Battles", it is still a great game from its combat flow to gadgets, the Batmobile and its combat,    It is incredible how still in 2022 this game holds up, it looks better, and it plays better than Gotham Knights even on the PS4.
    I played Arkham Knight back in 2017, and little did I know that this would be the last purely Batman game in the Arkham verse. While it has minor flaws, AKA "Tank Battles", it is still a great game from its combat flow to gadgets, the Batmobile and its combat, the story, side content, characters and overall visuals...it really immerses you.
    What I loved doing with the Batman games is staying up all night and trying to finish the story in one playthrough, and when a game influences me like this one that's how you know it's an outstanding game.

    Combat - 10/10 (Fast, Brutal, and Satisfying)
    Visuals - 10/10 (If it looks better than Gotham Knights...)
    Story - 9/10 (Really great, a little lengthy and some smaller sections are a little dry)
    Polish and Quality - 10/10 (I have never seen a crash or a glitch on the PS4)

    Rocksteady did a great job with this one and while the story is not up to the standards of Arkham City(of course), it is still an amazing piece of gaming history to play, it's entertaining, interesting and satisfying all the way through. Everyone is waiting for a Next Gen Batman game meanwhile it already came and left. As always I have to consider the consumer in what they might think, those that are not familiar with the Arkham games may not like this at all, I understand that perspective, but as a long-time fan of the caped crusader and my first game being Arkham City, I was introduced to a franchise I'd only dreamt of as a kid.

    Hopefully one day in the future, Rocksteady will make a Sequel that surpasses all expectations, maybe an older batman, maybe a younger Batman(Damien Wayne) or maybe a hmm.., well I shouldn't talk about that.

    When that day comes, I hope I live to play it (maybe I might help make it, who knows).    … Expand
  6. RIVERPLATE14
    Oct 14, 2022
    10
    Great game.
    Gameplay : 9
    Story : 9.5
    Graphics : 10
    deserves a 10 , I have it on ps5 and it's a great game , if you love the dark knight you will love this game in my opinion it was worth it. Great game.
  7. SomeGamerRequal
    May 23, 2022
    8
    Last part of the dark knight's adventures and the culmination of the whole series, this part is definitely the most fun for me and I had a great time playing it.
  8. jasonlosey1
    May 23, 2022
    10
    Amazing game! Strong finish to the Arkham series. Great story and game play. Side stories and Riddler trophies are really entertaining.
  9. Gwest36
    May 25, 2022
    10
    The batman Arkham Knight game is great, in it is most likely the greatest batman title that I came a cross scent's the first two Batman arkham titles back then. I tell you that it is a must grab.
  10. EternalAtake
    May 29, 2022
    0
    Trash controls,tedious task with batmobile,enemies get more ridiculous as you progress through the game
  11. Thanos_e-girl
    May 31, 2022
    9
    for me is the best batman game, better than city, or any other. The way that joker talk with batman, making funny of him is just... so funny. The relationship of Alfred and batman is like dad and son, and sometimes the game makes jumpscares, and after the scare, it's so funny. But sometimes the game is boring, like in the mission of the cloudburst tank. Anyway, this game is awesome
  12. KrowKrof
    May 13, 2023
    9
    ........................................................................yes
  13. Ajerutis
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    I don't know where to start. I've always been a Batman fan since day 1, so I was very excited when this released and now that I've played it entirely, I am completely blown away with this game. The batmobile is a very awesome addition adding tons of mayhem, destruction, and possibilities to your gameplay. I think it's clever how it has non-lethal bullets to shoot enemies with, and allowsI don't know where to start. I've always been a Batman fan since day 1, so I was very excited when this released and now that I've played it entirely, I am completely blown away with this game. The batmobile is a very awesome addition adding tons of mayhem, destruction, and possibilities to your gameplay. I think it's clever how it has non-lethal bullets to shoot enemies with, and allows for additional takedowns using the batmobile itself. The graphics and details put into the designing of Gotham City are absolutely gorgeous. It gives off 60's era vibes but in a darker alternate dimension. The combat is probably the best I've played in a free roam fighting game with you being able to use so many different gadgets and combos to take down enemies. Each fight is something different, being easy and fun, yet challenging at the same time. The story was great in my opinion featuring just about all Batman characters and a variety of missions while also giving them each a role to play in the game such as even the Joker who died in the previous installments. I think even if you're not a hardcore Batman fan, you will enjoy this game!… Expand
  14. Jdotdeedot
    Jul 15, 2022
    9
    There's a lot to say about arkham knight want to keep it short tbh. Fantastic free flow combat (Best in the series), Amazing visuals and graphics, A great open world but would've been nice if it was bigger since it's the last game, Weak story and batmobile is overused, a satisfying ending to conclude the arkham games.
  15. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    9
    Arkham Knight is a fantastic departure for the caped crusader and offers fantastic gameplay.
  16. ZangBang
    Feb 15, 2023
    5
    It delivers an engaging story that, building on past plotlines, dives into the psyche of its main characters with compelling pathos. Combat, as usual, is enjoyably fluid but contentutistically shallow, and the game lacks Arkham City’s intriguing boss-fights to make up for it, but on the other hand stealth improved tremendously thanks to way more strategic options and diverse threats. LevelIt delivers an engaging story that, building on past plotlines, dives into the psyche of its main characters with compelling pathos. Combat, as usual, is enjoyably fluid but contentutistically shallow, and the game lacks Arkham City’s intriguing boss-fights to make up for it, but on the other hand stealth improved tremendously thanks to way more strategic options and diverse threats. Level design isn’t as tight and intriguing as Arkham City’s, but the Batmobile adds effective depth and variety to the experience.… Expand
  17. ponsho174
    Jul 4, 2022
    8
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  18. george_bondo
    Jul 24, 2022
    8
    this game is just perfect with that beautiful music , characters and atmosphere
  19. trinovatic
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
    No soy muy fan de la saga, de hecho solo he jugado esta entrega pero aún asi considero que es de los mejores juegos de super heroes.
  20. m162000a
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Fully Masterpiece, there is no one mistake, amazing gameplay, amazing story. Everything is done as perfection ♥️♥️
  21. Karutz
    Aug 18, 2022
    10
    This Arkham game was fun and so good but i think Arkhan city was a little better but 100/100
  22. DarthJ
    Aug 28, 2022
    8
    Отличная игра. Правда управление через чур нагроможденное.
  23. Thosevelvetygms
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    A glorious conclusion to the excellent Arkham saga. It's definitely a modern classic.
  24. ramennoodles6V
    Sep 17, 2022
    7
    Let me start out by saying that I love the character of Batman and correspondingly love previous installments in the Arkham franchise. Admittedly, I have not played Origins, but Asylum is a solid 9/10 and City is a 10/10.

    And the reason I love these games boils down to one word: freedom. In Asylum, we were given the blueprint to something extraordinary. A Batman game where you could    Let me start out by saying that I love the character of Batman and correspondingly love previous installments in the Arkham franchise. Admittedly, I have not played Origins, but Asylum is a solid 9/10 and City is a 10/10.

    And the reason I love these games boils down to one word: freedom. In Asylum, we were given the blueprint to something extraordinary. A Batman game where you could take down a room chock full of thugs in a way completely dependent on your play style: you could go in guns blazing, never stopping to counter and consistently looking to land the next critical strike; you could play as meticulous evader who waits for the opening and takes down the opponents slowly and steadily; or you could integrate Batman's multitude of gadgets into your fight. The predator encounters also presented us with something special, giving us the freedom to plan out our attacks against armed thugs in different ways after scanning the room. Of course, there were certainly some challenges presented in this game where there was only one way to get it done, but we justifiably excused those instances on the account of Arkham Asylum showing us something truly original, something that truly, dare I say it, made me feel like Batman.

    City took the mechanics of Asylum even further, presenting players with a slew of enhancements to the combat and predator challenges. Quickfire gadgets, new gadget upgrades, new takedown moves, and new gliding mechanics set the benchmark for Batman even higher. With all of these new tools at our disposal, we, as players, had a plethora of ways to approach any given hostile situation. Will you perch on top of a building, throw a freeze grenade blast, and lock a group of thugs in place all at once before picking each off one-by-one? Will you dive bomb in for shockwave attack, stun everybody and then take them out with critical strikes? Will you use sonic batarangs to knock them out one by one? Or will you simply walk up to the group and take them out with nothing but your fists? You, as the player, got to choose how to approach such situations, and that's what made the game so memorable and fun. The Mr. Freeze fight is a standout example of a fan-favorite boss because you have so much freedom with which to take him down. There are many different ways to lower his health that can all be done in many different sequences anywhere in the boss arena.

    To an extent, Knight does extend some aspects of the predator and combat challenges. We get the fear multi-takedown, my favorite addition to the game, along with new gadgets and takedowns (such as the environmental and team takedowns) for batman to integrate into his fights. But unfortunately, these segments do not make up the majority of the game. Instead the majority of the game is dominated by one tool: the Batmobile.

    Now, people have harped about the inclusion of the Batmobile in this game for years, but I don't think I've ever seen someone truly explain why it is that people were so frustrated with its addition. The frustration, from my perspective, comes down to the idea of freedom. There is only one way to defeat a Cobra tank: sneak behind it and shoot it in the Batmobile. There is only one way to solve all of the main story puzzles that let you infiltrate buildings with your Batmobile. There is only one way to catch speeding vehicles that you need to pursue: in the Batmobile. What if I wanted to take the vehicle our from the skies, jump down on it like a terrifying creature of the night? What if I wanted to plan the vehicle's route and set up a trap for it? It was not Rocksteady's inclusion of the Batmobile that angered fans but simply the fact that the vehicle takes away so much freedom from the player by only allowing things to play out in one way. This, coupled with the fact that you cannot seem to go even a single mission through the game without needing to use the Batmobile is what led to the discontent.

    In my perspective, while Knight is not as good as Asylum or City, it is still a game worth playing for Batman fans even if by the end of the game, I felt less like Batman and more like a target of army propaganda.    … Expand
  25. fefeko
    May 21, 2023
    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    … Expand
  26. Vittorio0707
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    The best videogame about superheroes of all time. Better than its predecessors. The final chapter of one of the best video games saga of the last 20 years. Must-buy!
  27. kidsseeghxst
    Oct 30, 2022
    8
    it’s a good gamebut man the tanks and the boss fights are so ass i can’t even called them boss fights but i do like the story and everything else
  28. camocaplamo
    Mar 30, 2023
    1
    the game starts off promising but goes down hill pretty fast by the near halfway point of the game i just was waiting for the game to finally end and now that the main story is over i can definitely say im never going back to this game as all the side content seems just as bad if not worse
  29. Soul-Silver
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    AMAZING GAME one of the greatest story's i've ever seen in videogames amazing combat and a great roster of playable characters
  30. MalevolentNight
    Nov 30, 2022
    0
    Hate this game, really like the first two, wanted to finish it out but it's the stupid batmobile. I do not like driving games, or tank battles and it's really pissing me off. Why change the whole formate of a 3 part game?! Just because you wanna drive the batmobile. Why do I have to get the car on the roof of a building to charge something when I have a toolbelt full of **** I don't, IHate this game, really like the first two, wanted to finish it out but it's the stupid batmobile. I do not like driving games, or tank battles and it's really pissing me off. Why change the whole formate of a 3 part game?! Just because you wanna drive the batmobile. Why do I have to get the car on the roof of a building to charge something when I have a toolbelt full of **** I don't, I never had to before, but now the car is the main character of the game. I bought this game right when it came out and hated the first mission and put it away until today, and I'm at the car on roof mission and I'm done. Thanks for making it so throughly unenjoyable that I'm just done with the game. I mean the stupid riddle side mission is all races, since when does the riddler care about racing? Just dumb. If you wanted to add the car then fine let us drive it around and use it. But don't make us have to use it for EVERYTHING! I'll just watch the story on YouTube I guess, not gonna even bother again.… Expand
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#12 Best PS4 Game of 2015
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#6 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2015
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#14 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2015

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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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