Batman: Arkham Knight

 PlayStation 4
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 4988 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 482 out of 4988
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  1. nightrunner97
    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    … Expand
  2. PureGamer
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Ok....so before we proceed; for all those Batman fans out there that may be sceptical about buying the latest instalment in this franchise then allow me to allay your fears.
    Yes the game does attempt to advertise its new and impressive addition that is the Batmobile seemingly at every possible opportunity; but its what everyone has been crying out for since the Batman first made his    Ok....so before we proceed; for all those Batman fans out there that may be sceptical about buying the latest instalment in this franchise then allow me to allay your fears.
    Yes the game does attempt to advertise its new and impressive addition that is the Batmobile seemingly at every possible opportunity; but its what everyone has been crying out for since the Batman first made his comeback on the modern day consoles so although it can become a bit repetitive in that sense, do not let this detract from what a marvel this game is.
    Slick combat engine that the game series boasted from day one, the detail in the world around you is at times mind boggling and the story is immersive and will keep you entertained from start to finish.
    If your in two minds about whether to part with your hard earned money to own this title then let me assure you that you will not be disappointed; the market is full of games that fail to wow or live up to expectation but the Batman will not let you down. I wont give it a 10 because nothing is perfect but this game is a worthy addition to anybody's collection. Enjoy :)    … Expand
  3. Navictus
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    I give this game a 10 for the following reason: to counter the 67 ZEROs from idiotic zealots who are handed gold then scream and whine they want MORE gold !! Truthfully I give the game a 9/10...but again, that extra point is to help make up for the morons on this site. Game is amazing. Beautiful. All the reasons mentioned a plethora of times already. Any person with at least moderateI give this game a 10 for the following reason: to counter the 67 ZEROs from idiotic zealots who are handed gold then scream and whine they want MORE gold !! Truthfully I give the game a 9/10...but again, that extra point is to help make up for the morons on this site. Game is amazing. Beautiful. All the reasons mentioned a plethora of times already. Any person with at least moderate intelligence should know any person rating a game a 0, with only reason being "this game is garbage!" or "overhyped", is an idiot who should not be allowed to dress themselves, let alone play videogames. LOL >:)… Expand
  4. Clayton333
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Note to everyone who gives this, or most other halfway decent games, a zero rating: nobody takes you seriously. You're free to like or dislike whatever you want, but when you give what is clearly an ambitious, well-produced game based on a solid gameplay engine the lowest rating available, a few thoughts come to mind. 1) You're obsessive about some other game that came out recentlyNote to everyone who gives this, or most other halfway decent games, a zero rating: nobody takes you seriously. You're free to like or dislike whatever you want, but when you give what is clearly an ambitious, well-produced game based on a solid gameplay engine the lowest rating available, a few thoughts come to mind. 1) You're obsessive about some other game that came out recently (perhaps The Witcher 3), and you simply want to drag down the average of any of its "competition". 2) You're unwilling to more carefully reflect on the product, and recognize that whatever its shortcomings, it's clearly not without merit on one level or another.

    With regards to PC players reviewing the game on this thread, you don't belong here. Perhaps you're having technical issues with the game on your PC; if so, review it there, and stop clogging up this thread with details that don't relate to the PS4 version.

    That aside, for those who are open to it, enjoy the game.    … Expand
  5. sky_haze
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    Batman Arkham Knight is a game that improves on the combat and graphics from previous games in the Batman franchise but everything else suffers because of that, the missions are simple and predictable, the bat mobile which is supposed to be a genre defining feature ends up being pointless and repetitive. This game was WAY to hyped!
  6. aaaaaaa123321
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    This game is very good, but it was still let down for me, because it isnt that great like it supposed to be. It isn't the GOTY that I was waiting for but it is still fun.
    Story 6/10
    Gameplay 10/10 Graphics 9/10 Audio 8/10 pros: -YOU ARE BATMAN -Arkham Knight is pretty cool -combat -bat mobile is so cool -batman gadgets -gameplay is so fun -graphics on ps4 are very good cons:    This game is very good, but it was still let down for me, because it isnt that great like it supposed to be. It isn't the GOTY that I was waiting for but it is still fun.
    Story 6/10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Graphics 9/10
    Audio 8/10
    pros:
    -YOU ARE BATMAN
    -Arkham Knight is pretty cool
    -combat
    -bat mobile is so cool
    -batman gadgets
    -gameplay is so fun
    -graphics on ps4 are very good
    cons:
    -bat mobile is awesome, but using it feel very forced and it's combat is meh
    -story is very predictable and sometimes boring
    -city is big, but nothing special
    -the damn minigames (I didnt play other batman games, but they are so boring)
    -pretty easy
    It's still good game, but it was supposed to be GOTY and for me (and many others basing on user score) this game isn't as good as witcher 3. And there is fallout 4 and MGS 5 on the way.    … Expand
  7. Sabbatum
    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.
  8. AerobicPlum
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    I don't typically write reviews, but I feel it is necessary this time to offset the PC users who are reviewing on the PS4 page instead of the PC page. Although, I was originally planning on buying it for PC, the reports of strange compatibility with GPU's and such turned me off. Buying it on PS4 then came to a struggle considering that PSN was slowed by the release of this game.I don't typically write reviews, but I feel it is necessary this time to offset the PC users who are reviewing on the PS4 page instead of the PC page. Although, I was originally planning on buying it for PC, the reports of strange compatibility with GPU's and such turned me off. Buying it on PS4 then came to a struggle considering that PSN was slowed by the release of this game. Nonetheless, after six hours of downloading I finally had my own copy of Batman: Arkham Knight. And boy, I definitely have no regrets. Having never completed a Batman game before (except a bit of Arkham Asylum), getting into this game was a breeze. All the combat feels intuitive and flowing. Never does it feel like a the chopped up mess some fighting games can be. The combat seamlessly introduces you to the world of the Dark Knight. So far, I have yet to notice anything game breaking. Graphics are phenomenal, fighting is fluid, multi-hero integration is outstanding, and the story is absolutely a breath of fresh air. This game hits every single criteria of being a success, yet is not deserving of a perfect score. Nothing really is. This game is solid and has yet to show show any glaring flaws, it just simply neglects to be extraordinarily innovative or game-changing. Therefore, I am happy and quite confident to give Batman: Arkham Knight a near perfect score of a 9/10. Without a doubt, I would suggest this game to anyone of my friends or family.… Expand
  9. joshandy96
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    This game has more of everything I loved in the first two games. The batmobile is a little much at times, but doesn't stop me from feeling like a serious force plowing through the city. People complain because they want perfection. The game isn't perfect, no game is. But this is one heck of a video game.
  10. Wrede
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Batman Arkham Knight is great!
    The graphics are awesome. Game-play/combat is smooth. If you like Batman/super-heroes/super-villains you will enjoy this game, and if not, don't buy it..
    The Bat-mobile is the best new "thing" in this series and its really fun to drive. A lot of the game content seem to be made for fans of the previous Arkham games. Missions and side-quests are ranging    Batman Arkham Knight is great!
    The graphics are awesome. Game-play/combat is smooth. If you like Batman/super-heroes/super-villains you will enjoy this game, and if not, don't buy it..
    The Bat-mobile is the best new "thing" in this series and its really fun to drive.
    A lot of the game content seem to be made for fans of the previous Arkham games. Missions and side-quests are ranging from great to fine. Of-course the game is not perfect, there have been some small bugs here and there. And sometimes lip-sync is a bit of.
    Still want to give this a good score 9/10    … Expand
  11. Dartek
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    I have the limited edition, first of all if you preorder you will have a great surprise, all the content have great quality and you will need some batteries, next the game, is really great how Rocksteady take the same spirit of Arkham City and added new great features and more characters with a bigger city and of course the amazing batmobile, the problem maybe is the tanks that feel likeI have the limited edition, first of all if you preorder you will have a great surprise, all the content have great quality and you will need some batteries, next the game, is really great how Rocksteady take the same spirit of Arkham City and added new great features and more characters with a bigger city and of course the amazing batmobile, the problem maybe is the tanks that feel like out of place but in general terms this is a great candidate for GOTY DLC of Harley "Babe" Quinn and Red Hood just amazing... give a try and Be The Batman… Expand
  12. zkurtz
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    This is an amazing game. Playing it on the PS4, it is an absolute joy to play. It looks and plays fabulously with no hiccups whatsoever. The combat system is as fluid as ever with new improvements, driving around in the Batmobile is stellar, and the game shines through and through.
  13. nickforty6and2
    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
  14. whiskeyknight
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Simply amazing. Breathtaking visuals, solid combat, great performances, and a gripping tale. Contrary to popular belief, the Batmobile is actually really fun and makes you feel even more like the Bat. There is nothing more exhilarating than diving off a skyscraper straight into the cockpit of the iconic car and saying "I'm Batman.."
  15. Magnetobinwayne
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, makes you feel like just like batman. The open world of gotham, the batmobile (in pursuit mode), and the new gliding abilities are awesome. The side missions tie in really well too, and a certain person's cameo was just out of this world. Definitely 10/10. Worth playing if you liked previous arkham games, or if you like exploring open worlds.
  16. thehero
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Best Batman game ever I love it best story and best graphics to date I recommend everybody to go out and play this nice game and to see if you all love it like I do
  17. seshoumaru_27
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    So far the game is absolutely amazing.! The new features work perfect with the arkham gameplay, the batmobile is probably the most fun and addictive vehicle to drive in any video game to date. The story is incredible, with so many epic moments, and the dual gameplay is just perfect. This is the game of the year and one of the best games in history.! Masterpiece.!
  18. MrAmazing1914
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Beautiful gameBatman was always my favorite super hero. A legend and larger than life character who will stop at nothing to save Gotham from the unspeakable evil. In 2009 Rocksteady shocked everyone by making the most beautiful comic video game, Batman Arkham Asylum and now, batman is back in the final game which is bigger and better than ever, Batman Arkham Knight.
    Beautiful Game
  19. fhKn19ht
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Arkham knight is the best game in arkham series.graphics are awesome.they were NOT downgraded unlike other games.batmobile pursuit mode is awesome.While combat is still mostly rooted in the acclaimed systems from Asylum and City, Arkham Knight’s hand to hand action has seen changes as well. There’s a number of new enemy types that will require re-learning for mastery, but the fluidity andArkham knight is the best game in arkham series.graphics are awesome.they were NOT downgraded unlike other games.batmobile pursuit mode is awesome.While combat is still mostly rooted in the acclaimed systems from Asylum and City, Arkham Knight’s hand to hand action has seen changes as well. There’s a number of new enemy types that will require re-learning for mastery, but the fluidity and brutality still remain.Predator maps (including story)are much better and challenging too.Batman: Arkham Knight is a game that shows what can happen when a talented development studio is completely invested in a fictional universe and has mastered the technology to bring it to life… Expand
  20. steviejayyy
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Best game of this console generation!!! No game comes close to the quality of this game. It is perfect in almost every way. Strong story, with incredible gameplay and outstanding graphics.
  21. Irfaan
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    Amazing is all I can say don't listen to those idiots saying 0 pick it up if your a bat fan of a gamer I guarantee you will all love it. The combat has new features the world is amazing there is dual play and the bat mobile is just so much fun
  22. foxviewchannel
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    Batman was always my favorite super hero. A legend and larger than life character who will stop at nothing to save Gotham from the unspeakable evil. In 2009 Rocksteady shocked everyone by making the most beautiful comic video game, Batman Arkham Asylum and now, batman is back in the final game which is bigger and better than ever, Batman Arkham Knight.
    The opening scene starts out    Batman was always my favorite super hero. A legend and larger than life character who will stop at nothing to save Gotham from the unspeakable evil. In 2009 Rocksteady shocked everyone by making the most beautiful comic video game, Batman Arkham Asylum and now, batman is back in the final game which is bigger and better than ever, Batman Arkham Knight.
    The opening scene starts out strong and is one of the best I have seen in a video game this year with the scarecrow making a big impact. Batman Arkham Knight picks up after Arkham city. The stakes are higher now than ever and the people of Gotham have evacuated the city because Scarecrow has threatened to detonate a chemical weapon. The city is now filled with all kinds of gangs causing chaos and it is up to our hero to save the day.
    Gliding over the city of Arkham was an awesome feeling. The first thing you will notice is just how impressive the world around batman is. The world is divided into 3 islands, Bleake Island, Founders Island and Miagani Island, each with its own landscapes and unique setting.
    Everything is done with detail, from the dark sky, huge buildings to the gang filled streets that feel more lively. I appreciated the attention to detail such as the rain drops falling on batman’s cape. The graphics are also very good, I did not notice any frame rate drops or loading times during my gameplay. Loading times happens only when batman dies.
    One of the main strengths of the batman series was the fighting mechanics. The combat system is more refined than before making every hit, grapple and environmental take down rewarding. The combinations are impressive. Every fight felt different because you get to use the gadgets as well which helps you improvise the best approach and strategy on enemies. I liked the addition of the fear takedowns because if done successfully, you will be able to take out multiple enemies simultaneously. The excellent level design allows you to approach enemies in different ways by silently taking them out, luring them to where you want or going all out on them.
    There will be a lot of gadgets at your disposal each having its own strengths. My favorite gadget was the remote controlled batmobile that allows you to control the batmobile remotely. The most important addition in Batman Arkham Knight is the powerful batmobile. The first in the series and it plays a big part of the whole game because you will use it to travel from point to point and to take out enemies. You will spend a lot of time with the batmobile. Controlling it is smooth and turning around tight corners feels satisfying. I liked how destructible the environments around me were and hearing the gangs scream out when they notice the batman is a nice touch. With just a press of a button you can call the batmobile from anywhere and hope into it. You can propel batman up into the sky while driving which is very cool to pull off. Switching the batmobile into a tank is easily done, you can use the tank to take out multiple enemies, solve puzzles, and control it in hard to reach places. I enjoyed the addition of the batmobile but it does get tiring especially at the end of the game where it feels forced.
    There is a well-balanced progression system in which you collect XP to upgrade your gadgets skills, batsuit, combat, and batmobile.
    Every character in the game felt rich with lots of dialogue and performances by the Joker and Scarecrow were memorable. You will come across many characters throughput the main campaign. Such as Penguin, Face Off and Poison Ivy. All are there for a reason which adds to the overall experience. Seeing the Catwomen and Robin again was great. There will be missions where you will be teaming up with them. The game is challenging and unlike previous instalments where most of the enemies looked the same, here you will encounter many groups of enemies with their own skills.
    It took me around 13 hours to complete the main campaign. The story is the most focused in the series. It is more personal and batman is in for the biggest challenge yet. The pacing of the story is very good with a lot of twists and turns. The variety of missions and the clever puzzles are intriguing. Replay value is high and there will be plenty of reasons to come back for like the side missions, AR challenges, Riddlers missions and solving murder cases.
    Batman Arkham Knight is a bench mark for superhero games. It is an action packed game with great music, voice acting, characters, and fun gameplay that will entertain you from start to finish. Batman Arkham Knight is one of those games that successfully makes you feel that you are the batman.    … Expand
  23. RobyLula555
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    I don't care what other people say, i like all the arkham games and this one is included. Of course nothing is better than Arkham City but still, it's a great time.
  24. Sunnyday
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    This game is Awesome fans of the series will love it and comic fans will love it graphics are amazing. The story is pretty cool to and the reveal is big
  25. aliba
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    the game is awsome but some a-holes are reviewing this game for pc!!!!
    and some other a-holes just for batmobile
    just don't review the game do not!!!!
  26. JoJomonkey
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    So, everyone knows that the Arkham series is amazing, but does Arkham Knight live up to the hype? Yes, in my opinion it very much does. The combat is everything you've come to know and love from the other games, with a few slight improvements. For those of you who aren't familiar, imagine a fighting games combos, mixed with assassin's creed's stealth, counters, and punches, just doneSo, everyone knows that the Arkham series is amazing, but does Arkham Knight live up to the hype? Yes, in my opinion it very much does. The combat is everything you've come to know and love from the other games, with a few slight improvements. For those of you who aren't familiar, imagine a fighting games combos, mixed with assassin's creed's stealth, counters, and punches, just done better. The story is captivating I've already played for four hours, and still really am enjoying it.The open world is huge, about three times the size of city's. It's fun to just run/fly/drive around, you don't even have to fight. The batmobile is a fun way to get around. You destroy all in your path as you drive around the streets of gotham. The one negative about the game is how much the game forces you to use the batmobile, especially the tank mode. Even the most fun of activities gets dull after constant usage. The graphics are absolutely gorgeous which is impressive, as the open world is huge, and there are no loading screens. In conclusion, Arkham knight is the best game in the series, while not perfect, (a ten does not mean perfect.), is the best open world game since Bully.… Expand
  27. Lievan
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    This game is Batman. If you loved the other ones as I did, then you'll love this one as well. If you're looking for something brand new and different from the other ones, than you'll be disappointed. This is everything that I wanted in the game and more! Also, DLC is NOT how I would describe this game since there are none out there except for the preorder stuff.
  28. WatchMyShortz
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    Nearly 4 hours into the story and so far I've got to say it's a mixed bag. On a technical level the game runs fantastic, animations are great and I've not encountered a single loading screen so far. The normal combat has been polished to perfection and runs much smoothly than ever before. However, the inclusion of the Batmobile is somewhat controversial in my opinion. It's a fun featureNearly 4 hours into the story and so far I've got to say it's a mixed bag. On a technical level the game runs fantastic, animations are great and I've not encountered a single loading screen so far. The normal combat has been polished to perfection and runs much smoothly than ever before. However, the inclusion of the Batmobile is somewhat controversial in my opinion. It's a fun feature that really helps separate Arkham Knight from the other Batman games and it makes for some great variety. However, so much emphasis is placed on using the Batmobile that a lot of the features present in Arkham City are either not present or go unnoticed. Riddler trophies have been replaced with timed trial sections, which are enjoyable unless you're someone who loves perfecting games and go for three stars, in which case it becomes a monotonous and frustrating test of patience and intense concentration. Furthermore, travelling through the streets of Gotham on the Batmobile simply doesn't grant the same amount of exploration that City did. Overall, I have really enjoyed it so far, but it's not as good as Batman Arkham City… Expand
  29. FogCityRoller
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    Writing this as someone who is not a Batman fan, has never even seen a Batman movie, and generally dislikes superhero-themed entertainment (the one big exception for me is X-Men). I think this game is absolutely fantastic. Gotham is stunning, Batman's arsenal of moves is complex enough to not be a button masher but not too complicated to deter a casual gamer, the Batmobile also has a greatWriting this as someone who is not a Batman fan, has never even seen a Batman movie, and generally dislikes superhero-themed entertainment (the one big exception for me is X-Men). I think this game is absolutely fantastic. Gotham is stunning, Batman's arsenal of moves is complex enough to not be a button masher but not too complicated to deter a casual gamer, the Batmobile also has a great set of mechanisms (though having to hold down a button to keep it in combat mode is annoying), and the story isn't nearly as bad as people are making it out to be. I don't exactly know what these people expect. I'm not even a superhero fanboy and I know that superhero storylines follow a very simple formula:
    1. City is in a state of calm.
    2. A threat to the city presents itself.
    3. Superhero is called upon to save the city.
    4. City is saved.
    5. Back to normal.

    Without having even played through this entire game, I can tell just by the trophies available for the game that this is more or less how the game functions--like every other superhero storyline in history. Why people want this complicated for the sake of some unseen uniqueness that could very well be a huge disaster is beyond me. Regarding the storyline formula: if it isn't broke, don't fix it.

    A perfect 10 if only for the fact that this is the first superhero game I've ever played that thrilled me immediately and kept me interested for hours on end so far. Not the first I've played, far from it, but we all know most superhero games are terrible even going back to the 8-bit era. My interest in this game has yet to wane. Completely engrossing.    … Expand
  30. heisenberg88
    Jun 23, 2015
    10
    I love how there are already 0's as reviews 3 hours after the release lol I swear there are some people in this world who hate something just because other people enjoy it and they aren't comfortable with other people's excitement. I can understand people putting 10's even though none of us have really played enough to review The game feels like you are playing the Christopher Nolan darkI love how there are already 0's as reviews 3 hours after the release lol I swear there are some people in this world who hate something just because other people enjoy it and they aren't comfortable with other people's excitement. I can understand people putting 10's even though none of us have really played enough to review The game feels like you are playing the Christopher Nolan dark knight. Everything is just so dark and evil, i love it. The only problem I have is that you have to hold the left trigger the whole time during tank mode but that's a minor flaw. Other then that, everything is pretty amazing. I respect the developers for putting this much effort into it because the fact is, they could of came out with an average length, average story, and everyone of us would of still bought the game because it's batman. But they put everything they had into it.… Expand
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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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