Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009)

Rocksteady Studios

Mac · Nintendo Switch · Ouya · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 3 · Xbox 360

4.20 from 9212 ratings · #170 top rated on Grouvee

18880 members have it in their collection · 454 playing now · 3867 backlogged · 1120 wish listed

How long? Main story 12h · with extras 18h · 100% 25h (from 177 logged playthroughs)

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. … Read more
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. Read less
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Release dates

  • Aug 25, 2009 (North_America) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
  • Aug 28, 2009 (Europe) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
  • Aug 31, 2009 (Asia) PlayStation 3
  • Sep 03, 2009 (Australia) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
  • Sep 15, 2009 (North_America) PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Sep 18, 2009 (Europe) PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Sep 18, 2009 (Australia) PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Jan 14, 2010 (Japan) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
  • Nov 03, 2011 (North_America) Mac
  • Nov 15, 2011 (Europe) Mac
  • May 28, 2014 (Worldwide) Ouya
  • Dec 01, 2023 (Worldwide) Nintendo Switch

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Zivid

Status Zivid Jul 15, 2018

I've been craving a to play a Batman game so when this came up on the steam page I had to grab it. I've played Arkham city and origins more times than I can remember but sold them along with my Xbox 360 (A choice I regret now, probably gonna end up buying another and all the games I had) …

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I've been craving a to play a Batman game so when this came up on the steam page I had to grab it. I've played Arkham city and origins more times than I can remember but sold them along with my Xbox 360 (A choice I regret now, probably gonna end up buying another and all the games I had) but had never touched the first game of the series.

3 hours into this game and I can see why it got the praise that it did on release. Is it as smooth as city? No. Does it look as nice as origins? No. But it still stands up on its own with great gameplay and so far an interesting story which I look forward to progressing in more

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BMO

Status BMO Sep 6, 2016

While I admit the update does look quite good, I don't see how it is a worthwhile upgrade for anyone who already owns these games. Fantastic for current gen console owners who have never played the series, but that seems about it.

BMO

Status BMO May 18, 2016

Batman Return to Arkham Collection: Arkham Asylum and Arkham City are getting remastered in Unreal 4, for release on PS4 and XBox One.


PlainSimpleGarak

Status PlainSimpleGarak Jan 17, 2016

1 finished playthrough - easy mode. Missing 2 riddler trophies - 2015

51% complete on trophies

Started second playthrough - normal mode. Not yet finished.

PS3

TheRickC

Status TheRickC Jun 21, 2015

Bought it from the steam sale Friday, just finished it today, Sunday at 100%. I LOVE this game. BRING ON ARKHAM KNIGHT!!!