Batman: Return to Arkham

 Xbox One
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 164 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 144 out of 164
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 164
  3. Negative: 11 out of 164
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  1. BetterCallSalt
    Oct 21, 2016
    8
    Although the games have aged well and look fantastic, the frame rate (At least in the Xbox One version) is still pretty sub-par. The two games still hold up well and I strongly recommend anyone who hasn't played them to pick them up. For those who have played the games in the past, there's no real reason to purchase them again unless you are an avid of the series.
  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. cgluch
    Oct 18, 2016
    9
    These graphics are gorgeous! There's still some signs that the games are old (especially Arkham Asylum with the character models when they talk), but MAN the environments are STUNNING! The only reason it didn't get a flat out 10 for me is there is a bit of stutter and framerate drop that I've noticed so far. Otherwise, you've made my dreams come true! Now bring Arkham Origins to backThese graphics are gorgeous! There's still some signs that the games are old (especially Arkham Asylum with the character models when they talk), but MAN the environments are STUNNING! The only reason it didn't get a flat out 10 for me is there is a bit of stutter and framerate drop that I've noticed so far. Otherwise, you've made my dreams come true! Now bring Arkham Origins to back compat and complete my set!… Expand
  4. whynogoodgames
    Oct 19, 2016
    3
    The frame rate is super distracting (sub 30fps) and stutters all the time these are great games but these remasters are very disappointing I would have preferred a straight port at 60fps or backwards compatibility
  5. xiaoyaozuoxia
    Nov 16, 2016
    10
    very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very good!
  6. GAGMR
    Feb 16, 2020
    0
    First game(s) I ever played that give me headaches & eye pain. Played & still play the originals to death but these remakes are so badly made that their remastered graphics give me literal eye pain & head aches. Bloom is too high, shadows are too dark & lights are too bright. Even when playing in a well lit room & setting TV brightness lower game(s) still cause me head/eye pain. I'veFirst game(s) I ever played that give me headaches & eye pain. Played & still play the originals to death but these remakes are so badly made that their remastered graphics give me literal eye pain & head aches. Bloom is too high, shadows are too dark & lights are too bright. Even when playing in a well lit room & setting TV brightness lower game(s) still cause me head/eye pain. I've been playing games for over 25 years. I've never had a game where every time I play it I get a headache until now.

    Asylum is the worst. Going in & out of detective mode gives you a very bright white flash. It was never this bright in the original. I have to close my eyes every time I turn detective mode on or off because it's so bad.

    Arkham City is better, but it still hurts my head to look at. The bloom on neon signs & fire effects is set so high that having them on screen gives me eye pain.

    Both games suffer from severe lighting/shading problems that just hurt my eyes to look at. I dunno why it causes me eye pain & head aches but they just do. I can still play the originals on PC with no problems or the 360 versions which I own as well, but playing these remasters is like looking at the sun during a solar eclipse. It's beautiful but keep staring & you'll go blind.    … Expand
  7. ImBatmanEEEE
    Oct 20, 2016
    6
    These are good games, no question about that.
    But technically this is a very disappointing remaster. Arkham Asylum especially stutters a lot and framerate is not a stable 30 fps. Would stay away until this is patched.
  8. PunisherTeam
    Sep 1, 2023
    9
    One of the best Batman video games. This is a compilation of the first two trilogies. Better than Nolan's movies
  9. Valet90
    May 24, 2021
    6
    К первой части нет вопросов(кроме тех-почему не 60кадров?)а вот из второй тупо выбивает ПОСТОЯННО. Полностью игру пройтт-нет возможности
  10. kyle20ellis
    Mar 11, 2022
    9
    Warning: Spoilers
    I have always enjoyed this game series. The updated graphics just continue to make a great game even better. With a plus there is always a minus. I have been playing through Arkham Asylum the past few nights and I have experienced a few glitches. The first glitch I got stuck on the floor and could not walk away no matter what I did. Had to restart the level. The second    Warning: Spoilers
    I have always enjoyed this game series. The updated graphics just continue to make a great game even better. With a plus there is always a minus. I have been playing through Arkham Asylum the past few nights and I have experienced a few glitches. The first glitch I got stuck on the floor and could not walk away no matter what I did. Had to restart the level. The second glitch was looking for the doctors. The level would not continue on and the game went to the search mode for Gordon. Luckily I was able to enter a door and return to the glitched room which was now working. I'm sure there will be a future patch to correct these minor glitches.    … Expand
  11. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 5, 2022
    8
    "Return" is a good, but not great remastered set that is more for newbies than fans. Both "Asylum" and "City" are classics that hold up exceptionally well. But neither one runs on 60 FPS nor do they include any new feature. However, all the DLC is here. As far as the visual upgrade is concerned, it's a solid job. The enhanced lighting and improved textures are terrific. However, the"Return" is a good, but not great remastered set that is more for newbies than fans. Both "Asylum" and "City" are classics that hold up exceptionally well. But neither one runs on 60 FPS nor do they include any new feature. However, all the DLC is here. As far as the visual upgrade is concerned, it's a solid job. The enhanced lighting and improved textures are terrific. However, the brighter look produced by the Unreal Engine 4 takes away some of the dark, moody atmosphere of the originals. Despite its shortcomings, this is a great way for new players to experience two of the greatest video games ever made. I would rate it with an 8.3 out of 10.… Expand
  12. JoHnGaMeR
    Nov 15, 2017
    8
    This new version of Batman is darker in tone but stylistic with gripping stories from the best two superhero games every made. A brilliantly fantastic story driven trilogy following the Dark Knight's journey into the night in a bid to take down the underworld of Gotham City. There are an array of different characters to meet and interesting places to explore and side missions to keep youThis new version of Batman is darker in tone but stylistic with gripping stories from the best two superhero games every made. A brilliantly fantastic story driven trilogy following the Dark Knight's journey into the night in a bid to take down the underworld of Gotham City. There are an array of different characters to meet and interesting places to explore and side missions to keep you gripped inside the psyche of The Batman for hours.… Expand
  13. MauryEdson
    Feb 26, 2020
    8
    nota 8 pelo primeiro jogo, o segundo ainda não joguei, quando jogar volto aqui pra dar nota, o primeiro me fez estressar numa certa parte la kkkkk mas é bom
  14. C_Evans6710
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    it is a solid remaster of already great games thats really all there is to say
  15. GrumpyParrot
    Feb 7, 2023
    1
    Like the movie Justice League, where the Flash asks Bruce Wayne about his super power. His reply? "I'm rich". That's how this game feels for me. Batman is a wimp, that needs to hit regular thugs way to many times to defeat them. Apparently the first 3 strikes he hits like a girl. The combat system sucks, it's based on initiate and counter, but the timing is completely off. In Shadow ofLike the movie Justice League, where the Flash asks Bruce Wayne about his super power. His reply? "I'm rich". That's how this game feels for me. Batman is a wimp, that needs to hit regular thugs way to many times to defeat them. Apparently the first 3 strikes he hits like a girl. The combat system sucks, it's based on initiate and counter, but the timing is completely off. In Shadow of Mordor, counter cancels attack. Here it doesn't. You will NEED TO LEARN the flow of combat, or you're dead. No button mashing. Since a lot of enemies have weapons, even fire arms, you need to stealth a lot. I never saw gun toting enemies in the '60's/70's series, but maybe Rocksteady thought "let's make everything a challenge". Now you need to take out enemies one by one in a slow manner. Action-adventure, uh huh. Needless to say i didn't like the games, nor did i finish them. Forced stealth, damage sponge enemies, frustrating gadget puzzles and unrewarding upgrades just aren't my idea of fun. Even on easy the game wants me to LEARN how to master the fighting/combo system. I don't want that. I want to have fun, not learn how to time punches, combo's and counters. Using a remote batarang to hit a switch is almost as fun as banging your head against a wall. Trial and error gameplay. Yes sir! Why not make it an automated target finder? No, everything needs to be a challenge, so we can reward you with..more busywork. Oh yeah, and maybe a 10GP achievement. Ain't that great? Rocksteady, go s@#k yourselves!… Expand
  16. GhostKill
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    Great game series! I've played them so much and didn't hesitate to buy this edition to play it again. Absolutely love the Arkham series.
  17. Bcox1776
    Dec 8, 2020
    6
    The game is a simple remaster of the original. The graphics are not quite update. The gameplay is still crisp and fun. The combat remains simple to pick up but hard to master, which is good. The Riddler returns with his collectathon of riddles and mysteries.
  18. DoctorMojica
    Mar 6, 2021
    8
    This Arkham bundle gives any Xbox owner a great deal for his/her money. It is definitely one of the best superhero games ever made. Arkham City is by far a better game than Asylum but even so both give a great storyline and a classic gameplay characteristic of our Cape Crusader.
  19. zezeljmare
    Jun 26, 2021
    9
    EN:
    A game that you must play. The Bundle includes the remastered previous two games. Both are absolutely legendary, absolute classics. Dark atmosphere, great characters, great voice-acting, lots of interesting missions and legendary Ridley puzzles. The boss fights are great, everything is so smooth and fun.
    SRB: Igra koju obavezno morate odigrati. Bundle uklučuje remasterovane    EN:
    A game that you must play. The Bundle includes the remastered previous two games. Both are absolutely legendary, absolute classics. Dark atmosphere, great characters, great voice-acting, lots of interesting missions and legendary Ridley puzzles. The boss fights are great, everything is so smooth and fun.

    SRB:
    Igra koju obavezno morate odigrati. Bundle uklučuje remasterovane prethodne dve igre. Obe su apsolutno legendarne, apsolutni klasici. Mračna atmosfera, odlični likovi, sjajan voice-acting, mnogo zanimljivih misija i legendarne Ridlijeve zagonetke. Boss fightovi su sjajno odrađeni, sve je tako smooth.    … Expand
  20. Der_Sperling_
    Jan 14, 2022
    8
    Ремастер первой части просто замечательный, на Xbox series X работает в 60fps с высоким разрешением. Сама игра, конечно, немного устарела, но всё равно можно пройти с большим удовольствием. Со второй частью всё наоборот – это определённо лучшая игра серии, но вот ремастер просто ни о чём. Разрешение тут дай Бог full hd, скорее всего и того меньше, на 4К телевизоре смотрится плохо. Если быРемастер первой части просто замечательный, на Xbox series X работает в 60fps с высоким разрешением. Сама игра, конечно, немного устарела, но всё равно можно пройти с большим удовольствием. Со второй частью всё наоборот – это определённо лучшая игра серии, но вот ремастер просто ни о чём. Разрешение тут дай Бог full hd, скорее всего и того меньше, на 4К телевизоре смотрится плохо. Если бы сделали со второй частью то же самое, что и с первой, можно было бы смело ставить 9/10.… Expand
  21. neomoonsevin
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    This is an excellent collection I love it it's a awesome game big up to rock steady an amazing masterpiece pitty Arkham Origins wasn't included in this apart from that this is excellent

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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Dec 4, 2016
    70
    IF you're really itching to return to Arkham, it might be better to fire up your Xbox 360. [Christmas 2016, p.78]
  2. XboxAddict
    Nov 16, 2016
    87
    Arkham City is the better of the two games on offer here, but both games are wonderful to play-through for nostalgic reasons. However, if you’ve never played either of them before, you owe it to yourself to do so now.
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  3. COGconnected
    Oct 28, 2016
    75
    The chuggy frame rate (particularly in in Arkham Asylum) is disappointing but it won’t ruin your enjoyment of either game.
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