Batman Games Dominate Gaming Landscape

DC's Batman once enjoyed a prolific video game presence, with new titles seemingly released every other year. Rocksteady's acclaimed Batman Arkham series, in particular, revolutionized superhero gaming, setting a high bar that continues to influence the genre.

Lately, however, Batman's video game appearances have dwindled. A dedicated, standalone Batman game hasn't launched since 2017's The Enemy Within, and there's currently no official word on future projects. While comic book fans eagerly anticipate upcoming superhero games, those seeking to don the cowl will find the best experiences among past releases.

Updated December 23, 2024 by Mark Sammut: Despite the recent lull, 2024 proved surprisingly significant for the Dark Knight. He featured prominently in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, though Rocksteady's game isn't strictly a Batman title. More importantly, the Arkhamverse expanded with a new VR entry. This review has been updated to reflect this new release and includes enhanced coverage of the VR title. Additionally, image galleries have been added for several of the best Batman games.