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. 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!
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. C_Evans6710
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    it is a solid remaster of already great games thats really all there is to say
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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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Metascore
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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