Batman: Return to Arkham

 PlayStation 4
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 488 Ratings

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  1. ScottDay
    Oct 20, 2016
    8
    These games are absolutely perfect, there is no denying that. However, this port brings this down, the constant frame drops become extremely annoying, even more so when they happen in battle. Because i'm such a massive fan of these games (Arkham City is actually my favorite game ever), I still had one of my greatest experiences playing a game since Halo 3 was released.
  2. tybyrd93
    Oct 29, 2016
    8
    Regarding the quality of arkham asylum and arkham city, they're almost flawless games, definite classics. Unfortunately, this remaster is somewhat underwhelming. The textures do look sharper, but the improved lighting brings out some of the flaws in the graphics that the darker 7th gen versions masked. Also the frame rate is only 30fps but sometimes stutters below even that. This still aRegarding the quality of arkham asylum and arkham city, they're almost flawless games, definite classics. Unfortunately, this remaster is somewhat underwhelming. The textures do look sharper, but the improved lighting brings out some of the flaws in the graphics that the darker 7th gen versions masked. Also the frame rate is only 30fps but sometimes stutters below even that. This still a good buy for those who don't already own these two incredible games.… Expand
  3. DBPirate1129
    Feb 26, 2017
    9
    Return to Arkham is a very good game but it will be hit or miss depending on your preferences. This is definitely not the star-studded 60fps remake that should've been made but just like Knight, I think it's safe to say that WB was just looking to make some bucks.

    I think that, excepting the frame rate, City is a pretty big improvement graphics-wise. Whether or not you want Nvidia PhysX    Return to Arkham is a very good game but it will be hit or miss depending on your preferences. This is definitely not the star-studded 60fps remake that should've been made but just like Knight, I think it's safe to say that WB was just looking to make some bucks.

    I think that, excepting the frame rate, City is a pretty big improvement graphics-wise. Whether or not you want Nvidia PhysX will make or break this purchase for you. Asylum is okay. There are some parts where you may need a barf bag and there are other parts where you may think "hey, this actually looks...pretty good." But the graphics upgrade or downgrade (opinion-based) does not affect the quality of the games themselves. Asylum and City are still among the best games ever made. Batman's mouth shape doesn't change that.

    If you've never played these essential Batman titles before, pick this up! If you have, then the choice is just up to you. I can't really make that choice for you. But I will say that if you already have it on PC, you are not missing much.    … Expand
  4. iddqd4
    Oct 26, 2019
    9
    Мрачный тон Нолановской трилогии и оригинальный дизайн комиксов, крутые геймплейные элементы типа новаторской боёвки и режима детектива, классные нелинейные уровни, гаджеты и загадки, всё вместе просто отлично. Особенно если вы во всё это играете впервые. 9/10Мрачный тон Нолановской трилогии и оригинальный дизайн комиксов, крутые геймплейные элементы типа новаторской боёвки и режима детектива, классные нелинейные уровни, гаджеты и загадки, всё вместе просто отлично. Особенно если вы во всё это играете впервые. 9/10
  5. Nel
    Dec 10, 2016
    8
    Really great game, the gameplay is flawless and the way you are able to control the bat is really neat. The game has an awesome story, which does not disappoint, and the texture is just great.
  6. Explicit1
    Dec 27, 2020
    10
    My Top 10 PS4 Games
    1. Red Dead Redemption 2
    2. The Witcher 3
    3. Ghost of Tsushima 4. God of War 5. The Last of Us
    6. Uncharted 4
    7. Batman AC
    8. Spiderman 9. Days Gone
    10. Bloodborne
  7. BlastoizSteel
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Enserio, los gráficos son fenomenales, solo lo único que es el brillo, pero dejandolo de lado, es un juego increible, te lo recomiendo a pesar que diga IGN que solo para los que quieran iniciarlo, sé que te va a gustar si eres fanático de Batman Arkham, el Joker, Batman, Gordon, Joker enfermo, entre otros, las definiciones todas detalladas, si quieres comprarlo, no lo dudes...
  8. kkeric
    Nov 16, 2016
    10
    Though the issues are clearly there when it comes to performance, that doesn't take away from these fantastic games. If you love Batman you owe it to yourself to play this game. Very few games can match this series in terms of both gameplay and story. Just be prepared for it to be less remaster and more slightly better rerelease.
  9. Direjor
    Oct 30, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Отличный ремастер. Игры выглядят как некст-ген, полностью заменено освещение, текстуры, перерисованы модели ключевых персонажей. ОБА ИЗДАНИЯ имеют поддержку русских субтитров в версии для Европы. Каждая игра идет на отдельном диске и занимает около 33 Gb , в первый день вышел патч , около 7 Gb.… Expand
  10. LilRainboWasabi
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    Шедевральные игры ! Лучший в супергеройском жанре . В этих играх шикарно всё : геймплей , сюжет , детектив , лор
  11. Man0fste3l
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City are really two amazing and perfect Batman games. Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill are excellent as Batman and Joker, and Paul Dini provides a great story.
  12. AgentoftheBat
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Two of the greatest superhero licensed games ever. Batman fan or not, these are amazing!
  13. Thecryopry
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is really one of the most amazing collections I have ever played in my life
  14. Michaletos
    May 2, 2017
    8
    Very good but unfortunately not great. I will talk about each game seperately.

    - Arkham Asylum is a HUGE improvement from the PS3 title. The graphics are very good, some minor issues from the PS3 version are also fixed, and in general, I had great fun with it. Even if I played the gamemany times, I couldn't stop playing it till I make it platinum! - Arkham City on the other hand is a    Very good but unfortunately not great. I will talk about each game seperately.

    - Arkham Asylum is a HUGE improvement from the PS3 title. The graphics are very good, some minor issues from the PS3 version are also fixed, and in general, I had great fun with it. Even if I played the gamemany times, I couldn't stop playing it till I make it platinum!

    - Arkham City on the other hand is a bad bad port. Seriously, there are hundreads of bugs and glitches, the cinematics are problematic and seem to run in 15 fps and even the graphics sometimes seem really weak. I don't know how on earth did this happen! City is my favorite Arkham game by far and I cannot comprehend how did they manage to make it look older than Arkham Asylum. I hope they fix the problems. Luckily, it contains all the DLC.

    Having this info in mind, the bundle is a MUST for those who haven't played the games, but whoever owned them in previous gen consoles, Arkham City's problem's won't go unnoticed.    … Expand
  15. Jameel
    Dec 7, 2016
    10
    Finally on our PS4 we have the best Trilogy Video game ever made for Batman

    Arkham Asylum
    Arkham City
    Arkham Knight

    Better graphics for sure than PS3

    Great Return to next Generation as Return To Arkham

    Thank you Rocksteady
  16. kyle20ellis
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    These games are absolutely perfect, there is no denying that. However, this port brings this down, the constant frame drops become extremely annoying, even more so when they happen in battle. Because i'm such a massive fan of these games (Arkham City is actually my favorite game ever), I still had one of my greatest experiences playing a game since Halo 3 was released.
  17. BSchwarz95
    Nov 14, 2018
    8
    As with nearly all lazy remasters, this edition simply adds a more acceptable graphics layer to current gen gamers but fails to really add anything that warrants a purchase for those of us who have played these games countless times already. This is more of a collecter's piece and I still love the hell out of these games unconditionally. I wish there was more, though, than just replayingAs with nearly all lazy remasters, this edition simply adds a more acceptable graphics layer to current gen gamers but fails to really add anything that warrants a purchase for those of us who have played these games countless times already. This is more of a collecter's piece and I still love the hell out of these games unconditionally. I wish there was more, though, than just replaying them for another platinum or a refresher on what the stories were.… Expand
  18. Diegochocho
    Jul 5, 2018
    8
    Aunque no hayan agregado contenido del juego original, debo decir que el cambio de motor, que hizo ver al juego mucho mejor de lo que ya es, lo único malo del port , aparte de no sacarlos 60 fps y contenidos extras, son los crasheos.
  19. arshia212d
    Oct 19, 2017
    10
    this game is awesome it has everything that i needed
    the quality of game has been improved and it gives you a great feeling while your playing it
    the bat suit of arkham city is soooooo real looking but bat suit of arkham asylum is not what you expect
  20. Armin4
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Arkham City is perfect in every way
    Arkham asylum is perfect for the first game series
  21. SkywalkerMcD
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, even in 2020. I am playing both this (Arkham City) and Spider-Man currently and they are essentially equal games. Great games!
  22. filip92
    Jul 9, 2022
    9
    It is worth the money. These two games are classics that every Batman fan should have in their collection.
  23. Ruzaky
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    Games are just fantastic. But this remaster models looks worse then original. And lighting looks weird some times. Anyway itso nly way to play this on PS4. I wish they would add Origins to it also.
  24. michaelc1024
    Jul 31, 2020
    9
    I missed out back in the PS3 days with both of these games. I decided to buy this game, it was 5.99 on the PS Store. I was really missing out on 2 great games. I have to say that I enjoyed Arkham Assylum a lot more than Arkham City. The riddles in Arkham Assylum were more doable at about 260 riddles to figure out. Arkham City had more than 400 you had to figure out so I didn't botherI missed out back in the PS3 days with both of these games. I decided to buy this game, it was 5.99 on the PS Store. I was really missing out on 2 great games. I have to say that I enjoyed Arkham Assylum a lot more than Arkham City. The riddles in Arkham Assylum were more doable at about 260 riddles to figure out. Arkham City had more than 400 you had to figure out so I didn't bother on that one. I didn't like how Arkham City suddenly ended, If I had known that was the end of the game I would have done more side missions. Arkham Assylum was a lot more fun, and had a better story IMO.… Expand
  25. Jonasluas
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    gran entrega muchos coleccionables una hitoria muy clasica de algunos comics pero un gran detalle
  26. Frgtuw
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    Отличный ремастер отличной игры. Графика улучшена и стало даже как то интересней играть, ведь ты ищешь новые детали и находишь их.
  27. tadnid
    Feb 16, 2022
    8
    Got the bundle for 5$ on sale. At that price it's very much worth it. They are both great games, but I somehow preferred Arkham Asylum, I'm probably in the minority here. Arkham City is bigger, but it seemed less polished to me, less tested. Some mechanics, puzzles, even maps were frustrating in AC. And that horrible remote controlled batarang. Still, great games, though not perfect byGot the bundle for 5$ on sale. At that price it's very much worth it. They are both great games, but I somehow preferred Arkham Asylum, I'm probably in the minority here. Arkham City is bigger, but it seemed less polished to me, less tested. Some mechanics, puzzles, even maps were frustrating in AC. And that horrible remote controlled batarang. Still, great games, though not perfect by today's standards.… Expand
  28. piuscorvus
    Apr 7, 2021
    8
    If you enjoyed Arkham Asylum and Arkham City for PS3, it is worth getting the full package, Return to Arkham for PS4. There are small visual improvements and all the extra content is there. The first game, Arkham Asylum, is a bigger visual improvement but Arkham City has a decent amount of glitches and bugs. Luckily, all of them are easily solved by reloading your last checkpoint. It isIf you enjoyed Arkham Asylum and Arkham City for PS3, it is worth getting the full package, Return to Arkham for PS4. There are small visual improvements and all the extra content is there. The first game, Arkham Asylum, is a bigger visual improvement but Arkham City has a decent amount of glitches and bugs. Luckily, all of them are easily solved by reloading your last checkpoint. It is not a perfect game but it is the best Batman game I have played.… Expand
  29. Fl4kattack
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    Better stories than the films, great combat and plenty of side quests. I am a massive batman fan and these games kept me occupied over lockdown.
  30. Sus1216
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
    Son los mismos juegos que los originales de la anterior generación. A nivel gráfico, se ven igual, No hay cambios. La bueno: que traen todo el contenido de los dlcs que eran de pago y no venían con el juego base. Si no los jugaste en su día, ahora puedes en la actual generación. Son muy buenos juegos.
  31. nexus151196
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Batman: Arkham Asylum - Чудесная, камерная игра. Помню как играл в неё на релизе....Ностальгия. Увлекательное начало великой трилогии с очаровательным мрачным миром, который засасывает тебя. Боевая система - вау. Гаджетов - много и все они очень разнообразные. Сюжет - интригует и постоянно вводятся новые персонажи. Графика даже по меркам 2022 - смотрится отлично. Из минусов выделю беготнюBatman: Arkham Asylum - Чудесная, камерная игра. Помню как играл в неё на релизе....Ностальгия. Увлекательное начало великой трилогии с очаровательным мрачным миром, который засасывает тебя. Боевая система - вау. Гаджетов - много и все они очень разнообразные. Сюжет - интригует и постоянно вводятся новые персонажи. Графика даже по меркам 2022 - смотрится отлично. Из минусов выделю беготню туда-сюда. Отличная игра.
    Итог:9/10
    Batman: Arkham City - шедевр. Все плюсы первой части - приумножили и добавили открытый мир. Локации и город обладают шикарной атмосферой. Подземное метро, фабрика - шикарные уровни, чудо город - прямо отложился в моей памяти, будто я наяву оказался в великом мифическом месте. Сюжет стал мрачнее, что пошло ему на пользу. Новые персонажи и гаджеты - пришлись ко двору. Геймплей за кошку - моё почтение. Сайды - увлекательные.DLC прошёл с удовольствием. Мне не к чему придраться. Великая игра.
    Жаль не в 60 FPS...
    Итог: 10|10.    … Expand
  32. honest_oppinion
    Sep 17, 2020
    8
    I know everyone wishes these games were remastered better, I do aswell, but this port was how I experienced the games more pretty much on asylums 10 year annivercery, and cant deny that I had way too much fun
  33. Jefferson-Leony
    Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Batman Arkham Asylum é um bom jogo (pra época e para os fãs do morcego deve ter sido um jogo espetacular), atualmente continua sendo um bom jogo. Agora o Batman Arkham City é esplêndido e majestoso com uma história ótima (o ponto mais forte, junto com o combate é claro).
  34. GreenPufferFish
    Jan 12, 2021
    8
    i really enjoyed playing this game its stealth mechanics are good its cobat system is also good lots of fun gadgets.
  35. 511andahalf
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    It's literally the same thing as AA and AC, but with improved graphics. Aside from a few glitches, it still delivers the same awesome experience.
  36. Passolargo
    Mar 22, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Minha nota total é essa pois:
    Pontos Positivos:
    Gráficos muito bons
    Gameplay Agradavél
    Dificuldade no Ponto correto
    Mapa Aberto
    Skins Diversas
    Conteúdo adicional
    Legendas Coerentes
    História Boa e bem Escrita

    Pontos Negativos:
    Falta de modos novos
    Animações fracas
    Não replicam o original em seu material exato    … Expand
  37. Erich420
    Apr 10, 2021
    9
    Arkham City wurde schlecht optimiert dadurch ruckelt es manchmal, somit bekommt es eine 9/10. Gegen Arkham Asylum hab ich nichts auszusetzen.
  38. Sami_Steen
    May 2, 2021
    10
    You need buy this package if you never played these games on ps3 it has amazing story,good combat,good bosses
  39. YokoHugo
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
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  40. NerdGaming
    Jul 14, 2021
    9
    Bei Batman Return to Arkham handelt es sich um die beiden Remaster von Batman Arkham City und Batman Arkham Asylum, wie die meisten von euch wissen sollten sind beide Spiele extrem gut inszeniert die story bei beiden Spielen ist wirklich sehr spannend und gerade das kam System ist wirklich sehr gelungen, ich kann dieses Spiel jedem weiter empfehlen, der die beiden Teile noch nicht gespieltBei Batman Return to Arkham handelt es sich um die beiden Remaster von Batman Arkham City und Batman Arkham Asylum, wie die meisten von euch wissen sollten sind beide Spiele extrem gut inszeniert die story bei beiden Spielen ist wirklich sehr spannend und gerade das kam System ist wirklich sehr gelungen, ich kann dieses Spiel jedem weiter empfehlen, der die beiden Teile noch nicht gespielt hat und auch wenn man die beiden Teile schon gespielt hat, es kann ja nicht schaden sie noch einmal zu spielen… Expand
  41. MichaelWong
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    I think this game is underrated. I got through it all without all the puzzles of Mr ? :) But the graphics, the atmosphere of this game is stunning. You can safely rip these days is a really good game.
  42. Alikhshm
    Jul 28, 2023
    8
    Includes arkham city & asylum
    My favourite from this trilogy is batman arkham city.
    It's very enjoyable/ alive / intelligent.
    Boss fights are at peak.
    Have improvements like gameplay sidekick characters to help.
  43. Zanta121
    Jan 15, 2022
    8
    A heartwarming welcome.

    Returning to the original two Arkham games were an absolute blast, however, it is not without its faults. The need to make a game 'look amazing' by brightening up the colours and taking most of the shadows out of the game are quite polarising (More so in Arkham Asylum, a game that was praised on its dark tone.) Overall, the game plays better and is still the    A heartwarming welcome.

    Returning to the original two Arkham games were an absolute blast, however, it is not without its faults. The need to make a game 'look amazing' by brightening up the colours and taking most of the shadows out of the game are quite polarising (More so in Arkham Asylum, a game that was praised on its dark tone.)

    Overall, the game plays better and is still the same game I grew up playing as a kid.    … Expand
  44. SamM2104
    Feb 23, 2022
    8
    After just finishing Arkham Asylum, I must say that this changed my mind on superhero games completely. I had a lot of fun throughout the whole game with the amazing combat.
  45. Syed27
    Sep 1, 2022
    10
    I think we can all agree on all the three Batman games made by Rocksteady were ahead of it's time. True definition of Masterpiece and Banger. I played this for the first time in 2022 September and I Loved every second of it, like wow can't believe these games were released in 2009 and 2011. I mean sure its a remaster by STILL. 10/10 Truly greatness.
  46. KANGAROOMAN123
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    BATMAN ARKHAM ASYLUM is an amazing game that lets people that didn't play the first two Arkham games when they came out, play them on newer consoles. Just make a remaster for Arkham Origins, please!!
  47. Kratos_mty1
    Nov 5, 2022
    10
    Mi juego favorito de todos los tiempos Batman Arkham City y mi 8 juego favorito Arkham asylum vuelven más increíbles más brutales con Batman listo para dar puñetazos a diestra y siniestra con mejores gráficos, una obra maestra es la única forma de describir estos dos juegos, si nunca los jugaste en consolas de la generación pasada así como yo tienes que darle una oportunidad si o si
  48. juniortiger
    May 17, 2023
    10
    I love this game since was little kids see batman movie and excellent graphic and lot action and good da
  49. MFI3217
    Feb 16, 2023
    9
    10/10 if optimization was better(arkham city). But it was still a good game
  50. Dyablo1989
    May 8, 2023
    10
    i have loved batman since i was a child, this game is simply a masterpiece. if you like batman and his universe you will enjoy this game.

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Hobby Consolas
    Dec 6, 2016
    80
    Batman is back on its two first iterations from Rocksteady. Both game keeps being awesome in its mechanics and storytelling, but Virtuos has added new colors that made the games less darker. The games shows new textures and lighting, but its frame rate is less stable than on the original games. Anyway, worth playing if you haven't already.
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  2. Worth Playing
    Nov 9, 2016
    75
    Batman: Return to Arkham is a good, but not great, package. The games have both aged very well and are still plenty of fun to play, and the remaster allows newcomers to experience them. However, the inconsistent remastering job means that it's tough to be overly impressed. Return to Arkham is effectively a mediocre port of two excellent games. If you've never experience the Arkham games before, then this is a good starting point, but returning fans may be more disappointed than excited by some of the changes. There's still a lot to like in the collection, and the nagging flaws aren't enough to distract from the excellent games.
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  3. XGN
    Nov 1, 2016
    80
    Return to Arkham contains two fantastic games, with a visual upgrade. Both games are still fantastic, but Asylum has lost some of it's charm. Also both games suffer from occasional framedrops, but nothing drastic. So this is definitely worth your money!
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