Batman: Arkham Asylum

Batman: Arkham Asylum is an action-adventure game developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Released in 2009, it follows Batman as he battles the Joker, who seizes control of Arkham Asylum and frees its inmates. The game features stealth, combat, and detective elements, with players using Batman's gadgets and skills to subdue enemies and solve puzzles. Set in a dark, immersive version of Gotham, the story explores Batman's psychological battle with his foes, including Harley Quinn, Bane, and Scarecrow. The game received critical acclaim for its gameplay, atmosphere, and storytelling, becoming a defining title in superhero video games.

Batman: Arkham Asylum
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Details

Release date
25 Aug 2009
Main story
≈ 14 h
Completionist
≈ 20 h
  • IGDB 8.7
Genres
  • Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
  • Adventure
Platforms
XboxPlayStationOuyaMacPC (Microsoft Windows)Nintendo
Platforms
  • Xbox 360 — 25 Aug 2009
  • PlayStation 3 — 25 Aug 2009
  • Ouya — 28 May 2014
  • Mac — 3 Nov 2011
  • PC (Microsoft Windows) — 15 Sept 2009
  • Nintendo Switch — 1 Dec 2023
Game modes
  • Single player
Perspectives
  • Third person
Alternative titles
  • Batman:AA
  • B:AA
  • Arkham Asylum

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