LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
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  1. CalmDownTom
    Nov 30, 2014
    100
    There are jokes, puns, quips, slapstick, a cool Resogun section, puzzles, laughs, cheesy character flight tunes (Superman flying to his theme tune is amusing) and a ton of Adam West to keep a smile on your face for hours.
  2. DarkStation
    Jan 28, 2015
    90
    Soundtrack aside, LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is a comic fan’s absolute delight.
  3. Worth Playing
    Nov 20, 2014
    85
    With all of its improvements, LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is easily the best LEGO Batman game, but it doesn't quite take the crown for best overall LEGO game.
  5. Gaming Age
    Nov 25, 2014
    83
    I certainly enjoyed my time spent with LEGO Batman 3, and if you’ve enjoyed previous entries in the series, I see no reason why you wouldn’t find this one just as enjoyable.
  6. LaPS4
    Nov 25, 2014
    81
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  7. Eurogamer Portugal
    Dec 15, 2014
    80
    It is a very fun game with quite acceptable longevity and very different things to unlock and to do.
  8. PlaySense
    Nov 27, 2014
    80
    Another nice (and safe) LEGO experience, only this time it has Batman in it. In Space. With the entire DC universe.
  9. PlayStation Universe
    Nov 25, 2014
    80
    LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is another solid entry in the franchise, thanks to a series of new additions that help keep things fresh.
  10. Digital Chumps
    Nov 20, 2014
    80
    LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is initially the same type of gameplay that you know from the previous LEGO titles, but with a little bit more freedom and flavor added in to separate it. If you loved previous LEGO titles, especially the most recent LEGO Batman titles, then you’re going to enjoy this one.
  11. Gamestyle
    Nov 20, 2014
    80
    They do have that something special, that makes them so engaging and LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is no exception.
  12. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Nov 17, 2014
    80
    With couch co-op for two, LEGO Batman 3 is a picture-perfect game to play alongside children. It can be a bit slow going at the start, but power through the introductory missions, acquire some suits, and things really start rolling.
  13. Shacknews
    Nov 17, 2014
    80
    The amount of replayability Lego Batman 3 offers is mind-blowing, and it will take some time to unlock all 150 characters as well as other hidden gems and secrets.
  14. VideoGamer
    Nov 14, 2014
    80
    LEGO Batman 3 starts slow and then gets a lot better, and then overwhelms with so much content it's hard to be disappointed.
  15. Meristation
    Nov 14, 2014
    80
    Keeping the series formula, LEGO Batman 3 escapes from Earth to take us beyond Gotham in a Justice League adventure, with the Lantern Corps, Superman and 145 more apart from Batman & Robin. We have lost the sandbox component, but in exchange we have different planets to explore and new abilities to use. Maybe the whole thing is not as fresh as was last year's Marvel Superheroes, but DC fans have here a unique DC bible of heroes and villains. C'mon, we even have Adam West as Batman! Isn't that the top of the LEGO Batman series?
  16. Merlin'in Kazanı (Turkey)
    Nov 30, 2014
    78
    Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is fresh blood for Lego game series. 150 playable characters and Batman’s new suits brings game a new opportunities.
  17. NZGamer
    Dec 1, 2014
    77
    Still enough juice in this well-worked smoothie of fun.
  18. InsideGamer.nl
    Nov 11, 2014
    77
    It is obvious TT Games worked hard on the many playable and awesome DC characters in this game. Too bad it takes a while for the game to really hit it off. The setting of Batman in space is great, but even so the gameplay could really use a more fresh and new experiences.
  19. Post Arcade (National Post)
    Nov 24, 2014
    75
    There’s got to be a point at which Lego games finally outstay their welcome. But, against all odds, nine games in under two years is not it.
  20. 3DJuegos
    Nov 14, 2014
    75
    Batman 3 is another interesting LEGO iteration and a nice co-op game. Loads of characters to choose from and a great sense of humor.
  21. XGN
    Nov 11, 2014
    75
    LEGO Batman 3 is not a whole new concept but it is a nice co-op game. Not only for children, but also adults can have a good time with this title. It's just fun.

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 149 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 61 out of 149
  3. Negative: 20 out of 149
  1. BaronMonaco
    Oct 19, 2015
    8
    More a Justice League game than Batman, but like the two previous episodes (and basically every Lego game) you can really see the love theMore a Justice League game than Batman, but like the two previous episodes (and basically every Lego game) you can really see the love the developers have for the original work, with tons of references, some of the more obscure characters (like Bat-Cow or Condiment King) and an actually good main story. Fans of DC will really be delighted whether it is for the 12 hours main campaign, or for the 15 hours of side quests, exploration and Free Play you'll have to do if you wish to have 100%.

    And speaking of side quests let's talk about the main issue of the game, in this game you don't have an open world like we were used to since Lego Batman 2, instead there is one HUB (the Watch Tower) that is connected to others small zones you can also explore freely but always with a loading time, so you don't have an open world but 9 HUB zones, and (like a lot of other people) I consider this a minor step back.

    Gameplay wise it's still typical Lego games, platforms, puzzles, fights and the absence of difficulty will mix just right to give an entertaining experience (even if the fighting part is always a bit messy), the local coop is very fun and the children will love the art graphics style a Lego game offers.

    Finally the technical side of the game, and once again it is a minor step-back from previous Lego games,for a PS4 game they could really make better effect (closer from the Lego movie) but must of all this game is bugged : you character get stick in walls, the game close itself, etc...).

    In conclusion Lego Batman 3 is still a fun game, but not as much as some older Lego games and therefore this step-back can be annoying, but if you like DC comics and/or legos, and/or child friendly platforming game, it's still a very good purchase choice.    … Full Review »
  2. RATTY
    Nov 12, 2014
    6
    The Lego series has been getting better and better since day one more characters more freedom and alot of more secrets to discover,The Lego series has been getting better and better since day one more characters more freedom and alot of more secrets to discover, unfortunately it seems its taken a small step back with this installment. All the lego mechanics you know and love are here and very familiar, the studio took a different direction with the open world this time around, instead of an big open world as seen in Lego marvel and Lego batman 2 they have set up a number of hubs for you to explore, more specifically all the lantern worlds and the moon this sounds like a good idea on paper but was poorly executed.
    All the hub worlds are round not flat like we are used to so it is hard sometimes to navigate through the terrain the camera jumps all over the place and can get really frustrating, the only hub world that is flat is the green lantern hub but there is very little to do there, i would have preferred all the hubs flat instead of round it get so game breaking that i have to put down the controller and think what to do, it shouldn't be that bad but this is the end game content after you beat the story and you will have a difficult time but you can play it.

    There are little bug here and there but nothing game breaking all and all pretty good. with over 150 character to play as i couldn't be happier, yet the horrible hub worlds are holding back what could have been the best Lego game to date, hopefully in the future they will go back to a big open world like in the past    … Full Review »
  3. smoneyshawn
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    This was the best batman game I have played so far. I recommend this to all Lego fans! It was such a fun story mode and I loved how you couldThis was the best batman game I have played so far. I recommend this to all Lego fans! It was such a fun story mode and I loved how you could transform into various types of characters at a touch of a button. The puzzles were original and really got me trumped and challenged at certain sections of the game.… Full Review »
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