Batman: Arkham Asylum

1. BlackAcidDragon

   Oct 8, 2010

   10

   awesomeness in a X360 box. great that they used the voices from the cartoon show and the joker being mark hamill. the game was awesome.awesomeness in a X360 box. great that they used the voices from the cartoon show and the joker being mark hamill. the game was awesome. enjoyed tha combat and it is not hard to execute combos. i like the upgrades to the equipment over time allowing new take downs and areas to be unlocked etc.… Expand

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2. MarkC

   Sep 2, 2009

   10

   Finally, a Batman game that is worthy of the World's Greatest Detective. From it's opening scenes, which set the tone beautifully, Finally, a Batman game that is worthy of the World's Greatest Detective. From it's opening scenes, which set the tone beautifully, this game promised to be something very special. the voice acting is stellar, with Mark Hamill's Joker the undisputed standout. The environments are as atmospheric and alive as any that I've seen in a game, rich in detail and Dark Knight lore. The combat, which at first seems deceptively simple, proves to be some of the depest and most engaging fighting on the current console generation. The ability to take down a dozen thugs without being touched truly makes the player feel like the Caped Crusader, and the stealth invisible predator gameplay perfectly captures another facet of Batman's character. Add to that the innovative 'detective mode', and you've got the whole package. But Batman does not have Arkham's spotlight to himself, most of the Rogue's Gallery is accounted for, if not as actual bosses, then through the innovative use of patient interview tapes and other subtle nods to Batman's arch enemies. Of particular note is the Riddler, who, while not physically present, provides a perfect means to turn the often tiresome task of gathering collectibles into a process that not only enriches the overall game, but is quite fun too. Another notable standout is the Scarecrow. Without spoiling anything, I'll just say that Scarecrow's nightmare sequences provide some of the most innovative, and genuinely disturbing, gameplay I've experienced. Overall this is a fantastic superhero game, a must have for fans of Batman...actually, this is a great GAME by any standard, even players who are not fans of this genre can find somthing to enjoy. Highly recommended, definitely my game of the year, so far.… Expand

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4. EddieHokie

   Aug 7, 2013

   10

   Like most gamers, I love certain elements of a game whether its story, graphics, game play, characters, etc.
   
   But ultimately, to deserve aLike most gamers, I love certain elements of a game whether its story, graphics, game play, characters, etc.
   
   But ultimately, to deserve a 10 you really need just 2 things:
   
   1) A couple of HOLY CRAP moments throughout the play through that stays with you permanently
   2) It gives you that aching pain in your stomach and knocks you in the brain dome telling you to play it to the end because you have to see it to it's conclusion to be satisfied
   
   Arkham Asylum does these two things easily.
   
   Its not the biggest package as the game could be considered somewhat small
   It's boss fights are not particularly difficult which might seem unsatisfying
   
   It doesn't matter because this game is the balls… Expand

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5. JamesT.

   Aug 28, 2009

   9

   Without a doubt the best Batman game ever created and probably one of the best video games in the superhero genre. Finally, Batman has been Without a doubt the best Batman game ever created and probably one of the best video games in the superhero genre. Finally, Batman has been done justice in video game form.… Expand

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6. Luchiano2004

   Jun 7, 2016

   9

   Esta genial,pero tienen que controlar los sonidos de pelea.
   Los graficos perfectos.
   Solo nesesitaba un poco de duracion y mejores efecto deEsta genial,pero tienen que controlar los sonidos de pelea.
   Los graficos perfectos.
   Solo nesesitaba un poco de duracion y mejores efecto de sonido.
   Calificacion:94… Expand

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7. muzziklover

   Nov 9, 2011

   9

   Generally, super hero games don't do well when transported into videogame form. Some have triumphed and some have failed but Arkham Asylum isGenerally, super hero games don't do well when transported into videogame form. Some have triumphed and some have failed but Arkham Asylum is a bloody triumph. This game does make you feel like you are Batman, the greatest superhero ever. It has a unique, surreal art style, the combat and stealth elements never outbalanced each other and as a result, has a really well rounded gameplay and the story is a batman fan's dream come true as not only it stays faithful to the comics and other media, it is told in such a careful pace, that you are hooked in after just a couple of minutes playing it.… Expand

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8. BillScurry

   Sep 3, 2011

   1

   This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is wildly overrated, in that everyone seems to think that running around a bafflingly linear environment while mashing the 'X' button during combat is somehow fun. There is no point to any of the combat, or combos, or weapon use, because it's all just part of a redundant routine that plays out exactly the same no matter how many enemies you fight. What's more, some sequences are designed to kill you at least 30 times, requiring you to play the same five minutes over and over again until the AI lets you get lucky. The point I stuffed it back in the box was the time when I walked into a room with six gun thugs and booby-trapped gargoyles, thereby ensuring total failure and unlimited amount of times. This is not fun, and I don't see how anyone could possibly find it fun.… Expand

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