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Batman: Arkham Asylum PlayStation 3
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Metascore
91 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critics What's this?

User Score
8.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 426 Ratings

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  • Summary: In Batman: Arkham Asylum, the player assumes the role of Batman as he delivers The Joker to Arkham Asylum. There, the imprisoned super-villains have set a trap and an immersive combat gaming experience unfolds. With an original script penned by Emmy Award-winning Batman writer Paul Dini, the game brings the universe of DC Comics' detective to life with stunning graphics. Batman: Arkham Asylum offers players the chance to battle Gotham's worst villains with Batman's physical and psychological strength in a graphically distinct and story-driven game. [Eidos Interactive]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Armchair Empire
    100
    I can't recommend Arkam Asylum enough.
  2. Cynamite
    100
    Batman's trip to the asylum has hardly any flaws. The controls fit perfectly and the missions will entertain you every second you play this game. Buy it, play it, love it.
  3. AceGamez
    100
    Not only a success as a licenced game, Batman: Arkham Asylum is a modern classic and an essential purchase for anyone looking for a solid, enthralling adventure.

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User Reviews

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 121 out of 131
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 131
  3. Negative: 3 out of 131
  1. Mummu
    9
    Even if you don't like Batman, this is an awesome game and the best game about the Dark Knight. Great voice acting, great visual and sound, great batman and comic details... definitely: a VERY GREAT game! must have!… Expand
    • 6 of 6 users said yes
  2. ec
    6
    I played the early demo months ago, as well as the more recent version. (mechanically they were about the same) the game has nice visuals, and hit a home run with the voice acting, bringing back familiar personalities from the animated series. all that aside, the game is just ok. there are some glitches (characters floating in the air, collision issues), and some bad camera angles, and the fight mechanics are kind of boring once you realize that repeated hitting the counter button will instantly return all attackers blows, preventing you from ever getting hit. it's got the look of the hardcore batman game we've been waiting for, but the feel of kiddie tv spin-offs we've already had.… Expand
    • 2 of 13 users said yes
  3. OleT
    4
    I hate the puzzle's and the camera angel sucks. (its over the right shoulder, blocking half the screen)
    • 1 of 40 users said yes

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