Batman: Arkham VR

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  • Summary: Batman: Arkham VR is a new Batman story set in the Arkham universe and exclusive to PlayStation VR. For the first time in a Rocksteady Arkham story, Batman: Arkham VR offers players the chance to feel that unique sense of presence in these legendary locations through virtual reality. [Rocksteady]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 62
  3. Negative: 0 out of 62
  1. Gaming Age
    Oct 24, 2016
    100
    The scenes you experience while progressing the story are top notch and were a perfect fit for a VR title. At one point, you’re in a morgue and have to use one of our gadgets to scan bodies for shrapnel from an explosion at the Penguin’s hideout. These mechanics also work extremely well with the move controllers, which to be honest, is the best way to experience Arkham VR.
  2. Stevivor
    Oct 11, 2016
    85
    This is the best use of PlayStation VR that I’ve seen currently available.
  3. God is a Geek
    Oct 5, 2016
    80
    It’s not quite ready yet to replace the style and brilliance of the Arkham series as your go-to Batman game, but this could be the beginning of a very special new relationship with Batman, and I sincerely hope we get more like this.
  4. Gamer.nl
    Oct 24, 2016
    80
    Arkham VR is one of the prettiest virtual reality experiences thus far. It is steady, but unfortunately somewhat short. The interaction had us longing for more though.
  5. Hobby Consolas
    Oct 7, 2016
    72
    Batman Arkham VR is one of the most intense VR experiences out there, even if it's shorter than other titles, It's a "detective mode" experience, so you probably will miss some other areas, like combat or exploration, but... what it does, it does really, really well.
  6. Twinfinite
    Oct 18, 2016
    70
    Ultimately, if you don’t mind paying for what could be only an hour of gameplay to experience the excellent story and compelling characters of Rocksteady’s Arkham games, except this time in virtual reality, then Arkham VR will probably be perfect for you and for showing off your new kit to friends and family.
  7. IBTimes UK
    Oct 13, 2016
    50
    Arkham VR is a limited game but a robust experience, with only some replay value through collectable Riddler trophies dotted around subsequent playthroughs. Like many other VR games it serves well as a showcase for the possibilities of virtual reality, but doesn't offer players an experience with any real depth.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 40
  3. Negative: 2 out of 40
  1. MADRICKY97
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    WHAT A BLAST!!!!

    Believe me this an absolute , no THE absolute gaming experience!!! After the first two or three seconds , boom ,your in    WHAT A BLAST!!!!

    Believe me this an absolute , no THE absolute gaming experience!!!

    After the first two or three seconds , boom ,your in the zone!!! And it s crazy, voir yourself incarnate for almost the real batman, AWESOME!!!!

    10/10 that no need to argue on this!!!Graphics are 10/10 and gameplay and immersive blast 10/10!

    Go get one fast or you pass just to near from the biggest step in gaming for the two last decades !!

    Ricky from QC    … Expand
  2. DoubleTripple
    Oct 23, 2016
    10
    Stunning showcase of VR potential. Batman VR will leave you wanting more, since the experience is so short, but its worth every penny. ThingsStunning showcase of VR potential. Batman VR will leave you wanting more, since the experience is so short, but its worth every penny. Things like character gallery which would be something completely irrelevant in non vr game is turned into fascinating experience. Staring into Killer Crocs face makes you almost feel his foul breath on your face. Yes, i want more, it could be longer, visuals could be slightly better etc etc. but this is still one of the best ps vr experiences you can have right now.… Expand
  4. Labassa
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    If you ever wanted to be batman this is only way to do it. The sense of immersion and the sights you will behold will wow you. This isIf you ever wanted to be batman this is only way to do it. The sense of immersion and the sights you will behold will wow you. This is something any gamer or comic book can should try.… Expand
  5. pacific1
    Feb 7, 2019
    8
    This was probably the best PSVR launch title. If you are new to VR I highly recommend this title. It's a pretty limited experience relativeThis was probably the best PSVR launch title. If you are new to VR I highly recommend this title. It's a pretty limited experience relative to what is available now but still if you just bought the system this should probably be one of the first things you play.… Expand
  6. FoxAllmighty
    Nov 2, 2016
    8
    First VR game that made me go "WOW". Feels great with the move controllers, looks stunning (compared to everything else VR offers right now).First VR game that made me go "WOW". Feels great with the move controllers, looks stunning (compared to everything else VR offers right now). Love the feeling when you can just keep spamming those batarangs in the batcave.… Expand
  7. wesker2012
    May 30, 2018
    7
    The locations were atmospheric and the overall design of the gameplay was good. I had issues with the tracking which made the game lessThe locations were atmospheric and the overall design of the gameplay was good. I had issues with the tracking which made the game less enjoyable than it could have been. It also made me a bit nauseous. The visuals were also more blurry than other games which detracted from the experience.… Expand
  8. ersin
    Nov 2, 2016
    2
    There must be a reason why there is no demo for this game and it is only available as a download and no Bluray. Because it is nothing moreThere must be a reason why there is no demo for this game and it is only available as a download and no Bluray. Because it is nothing more than a demo for 20 bucks.… Expand

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#79 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2016
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#79 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2016