Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition Reviews

only played for my wonderful handsome pretty husband scarecrow who had 1 riddle and 1 boat thing and then he was absent from the rest of the game

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The best batman game out their, even after finishing the main story line, theres the dlc and alot more you can do, like completing the riddler stuff even with all that done its still fun for the combat, stealth, and the bat gadgets.

The first time I set foot in Arkham Asylum, it was like walking straight into Batman’s own therapy session: claustrophobic halls, shadows that felt like they were watching you, and this constant, gnawing sense that something awful was waiting just around the corner. But then Arkham City rolls out and, dude, it’s chaos on steroids. Suddenly, you’re not boxed in anymore. Gotham’s nastiest creeps get their own sprawling playground, five blocks of pure, unfiltered mayhem. Arkham City doesn’t just up the ante, it blows the whole damn table away. Game of the Year Edition is the one you want. Seriously, it’s like the director’s cut with all the bells and whistles, Catwoman’s sneaky escapades, Nightwing and Robin flexing in their own crazy challenge maps, and Harley Quinn’s last hurrah that somehow gets you right in the feels. If the original game was a museum piece, this is the entire gallery tour, audio guide and all. The first time I dove off Ace Chemicals, cape whipping in the wind, I felt like a total boss. The city’s not just background noise, it’s alive. Frozen, sure, but still buzzing with secrets, ambushes, and little stories that just kinda pop up when you least expect them. One minute I’m breaking up a gang beating on some poor sap, next I’m knee-deep in Riddler puzzles that practically taunt you. It’s not just playing Batman, it’s living inside his nightmares and dreams all at once. What really gets me? Arkham City’s tight. Yeah, it’s massive compared to Asylum, but there’s zero filler. Every alley matters. Every hidden nook is hiding something, usually trouble. Whether I’m clinging to the side of Wonder Tower or poking around in a sketchy morgue, I never feel like I’m just wasting time. Fighting is still the gold standard. That free-flow combat is just... a chef’s kiss. Once you get in the groove with counters and gadgets, it’s like you’re choreographing a street brawl with ballet moves. Addictive as hell, too. Most games wish they could make you feel this slick and deadly. Let's not forget the toys, because Bat’s got a bag of tricks that’s actually useful, not just fluff. Disruptors that short out guns, freeze bombs opening new routes, all that. Gliding over Gotham and swinging from rooftops? Never gets old. Honestly, feels more Batman than half the movies. But here’s the secret sauce: the villains. They’re not just roadblocks, they’re legends with baggage. Joker’s unraveling, Freeze is heartbreak in a cold suit, Hugo Strange is just next-level creepy. They all bounce off Batman’s own broken psyche, and it’s wild watching those stories crash together. That Batman-Joker relationship is straight-up Shakespearean. Every run-in oozes history and this weird, twisted respect/hate thing. The writing’s razor-sharp, the dialogue snaps, and the voice actors, man, Conroy and Hamill are on another level. Every scene just lands. And that ending. No spoilers, promise, but damn, it floored me. Not because it was huge and flashy, but because it felt right. Like the whole game was building to that exact moment, and it paid off big time. DLC? Harley Quinn’s Revenge is a gut-punch. The challenge maps and all the extra skins keep you coming back, but honestly, the main story is where it’s at. That’s the ride. That’s the legend. Arkham City is the top dog. Superhero games wish they could touch this. It’s gritty, thrilling, tragic, and unforgettable.

Reviewing (mostly) every game (or DLC) in my library, part 285: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆☆ (8/10) [i]Batman: Arkham City – Game of the Year Edition[/i] takes the strong foundation laid by [i]Arkham Asylum[/i]and expands it into a moody, dangerous open world brimming with style, challenge, and character. The result is an ambitious superhero game that still holds up over a decade later—flawed in some areas, but rewarding for those willing to glide into its shadows. 🦇 [b]Pros:[/b] [list] [*] A rich, atmospheric world that feels alive. Arkham City is more than just a setting—it’s a character in itself. From the towering steel mill to the ruined courthouse and the frozen bay, every area is packed with lore, secrets, and a unique visual identity. The way snow constantly falls over decaying buildings, combined with haunting music and audio cues (like inmates murmuring nearby), creates an atmosphere that’s equal parts gritty and immersive. [*] Combat that feels visceral and rewarding. The freeflow combat system remains one of the best in the genre. Every punch, counter, and takedown is responsive and fluid, allowing you to chain together attacks in a way that makes Batman feel both precise and overwhelming. As enemy types evolve—with knives, shields, stun batons, or firearms—you’re pushed to use gadgets, perfect timing, and situational awareness. When you hit that rhythm, it’s pure, choreographed brutality. [*] Traversal is fast, fun, and empowering. Gliding across the skyline, dive-bombing down alleys, and grappling up buildings is exhilarating. There’s a learning curve, but once you get the timing and upgrades down, it feels amazing to chain together movements and launch across half the city without touching the ground. [*] Incredible value with the GOTY Edition. The Game of the Year Edition includes all the DLC—Catwoman’s playable episodes, Nightwing and Robin challenge maps, and the "Harley Quinn’s Revenge" epilogue. While not all are essential, they round out the experience nicely and add hours of content for completionists or fans of the extended Bat-family. [/list] 🕸️ [b]Cons:[/b] [list] [*] Grapple and camera controls can be finicky. Navigating the city works great most of the time, but occasionally, the grapple system locks onto the wrong ledge or you’ll crash into walls mid-glide. In close-quarters, the camera can get jittery, especially during stealth takedowns or when fighting in tight interiors. [*] Riddler trophies are overkill. With over 400 collectibles, many of which require multiple gadgets and revisits, completing the Riddler challenges is a grind. Some are cleverly designed and feel rewarding to solve, but far too many exist just to pad out the runtime. Unless you’re a completionist, they become more chore than challenge after a while—and even if you are, they can seriously wear down your patience. [*] 100% completion is time-consuming and sometimes frustrating. Beyond the Riddler trophies, the game also asks you to perfect challenge maps with specific characters and rank up in various combat and predator scenarios to hit full completion. These tasks often require mastery-level reflexes, and the learning curve can feel steep. Finishing everything can take dozens of hours, and not all of it feels worth the reward—especially for players who are more story-driven than score-driven. [*] The age shows in some areas. Despite its excellent art direction, you’ll notice dated NPC animations, low-res textures on background assets, and the occasional stutter or awkward transition. It’s not enough to ruin the experience, but it reminds you this is a 2011 game at its core, albeit a very polished one for its time. [*] Story is a bet meh. It's nothing groundbreaking and something we've seen before. [/list]

So far the best Arkham series game I've played at the moment though my first contact were with Arkham Knight on my cousin's house (played for like a half-minute). Worth the 18 BRL on this. 10/10

Arkham City is a banger. Combat feels slick, gliding around Gotham never gets old, and the story? Dark, badass, and packed with legendary villains. You get to punch thugs, solve puzzles, and feel like the real damn Batman. Plus, all the DLCs? Cherry on top. Must-play for any gamer.

Caution! Everytime i start this game, i seem to get lost in a time tunnel. Next thing i know, i've missed all the appointments and goals that i've set for the day.

---{ Graphics }--- ☐ You forget what reality is ☑ Perfect ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good ☐ Decent ☐ Okay ☐ Bad ☐ Very stylized ☐ They're what they should be for what the game is ☐ MS Paint could make something better ---{ Gameplay }--- ☐ Fantastic ☑ Excellent ☐ Perfect ☐ Good ☐ It's just gameplay ☐ Meh ☐ Bad, but playable ☐ Just go watch paint dry ---{ Audio }--- ☑ Eargasm ☐ Amazing ☐ Very good ☐ Good ☐ Not to bad ☐ Alright ☐ Bad ☐ My ears are bleeding ---{ Audience }--- ☑ Babies ☑ Young kids ☑ Young teens ☑ Older teens ☑ Adults ☑ Old people ☑ Anyone with a decent maturity level ☑ Anyone with a lack of maturity ☑ Anyone that is alive ☑ No one, not even your dog ---{ PC Requirements }--- ☐ Check if you can run paint ☐ Potato ☐ Just average ☐ A little better than average ☐ Good ☑ Decent ☐ Better than good ☐ Fancy Pants Rich Boy ☐ NASA ---{ Difficulty }--- ☐ Can choose your difficulty setting ☐ No difficulty needed ☐ Just press 'W" ☐ Easy ☐ Medium ☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master ☐ Significant brain usage ☐ Hard ☐ Verry Difficult ---{ Grind }--- ☐ Nothing to grind ☐ Only if you like to collect things ☑ Only if you care about steam achievements ☐ Isn't necessary to progress ☐ Only if you care about rankings/placements/leaderboards/etc. ☑ Average grind level ☐ A little grindy ☐ Too much grind ☑ You‘ll need a second life, maybe some macros, & a will to live for grinding ---{ Story }--- ☐ Story? What story? ☐ No Story ☐ Twilight was a better love story than this ☐ Average ☐ Good ☐ Lovely ☑ It‘ll replace your life ---{ Game Time }--- ☐ 1-2 Hours ☐ 2-5 Hours ☐ 5-10 Hours ☐ 10-20 Hours ☑ 20-50 Hours ☐ 50+ Hours ☐ 100+ Hours ☐ To infinity and beyond ---{ Replayablity }--- ☐ You won't even finish it the first time ☐ None, once was enough ☐ Not that kind of game ☐ You don't stop playing this kinda game, ever ☐ Maybe once or twice, to try something new ☐ You'll want to get every single possible ending & secret there is ☑ You'll pick it up every few years, but never finish a whole playthrough ☐ A lot, just to romance everyone, pick new options. try new classes, etc ---{ Price }--- ☐ It’s free! ☑ Worth the price ☐ If you have some money to blow ☐ Wait for it to go on sale for the 100th time ☐ Ask someone to gift it to you instead ☐ You could also just burn your money ---{ Bugs }--- ☐ Circumstantial (PC specs, internet, save/install location, etc.) ☑ Never heard of ☐ Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs ---{ Game Size }--- ☐ Very low ☐ Low ☑ Average ☐ High ☐ Too much ---{ Worth It }--- ☐ Hell no! ☐ If you have a lot of cash ☐ Worth it! ☐ Get it now! ☑ Life is not complete without this game! ---{ TEXT }--- This game was very very good: the story was beautiful and very captivating, the combat is bold and challenging at first, but becomes fluid as the game progresses, the side missions were unique and fun. The story is also amazing, and this game solidifies in my eyes as one of the best superhero games ever made. In short, even if the game is old, it is a very good one that still lives up to the highest expectations of all players. I highly recommend it! ---{ 9 / 10 }--- ☐ 1 ☐ 2 ☐ 3 ☐ 4 ☐ 5 ☐ 6 ☐ 7 ☐ 8 ☑ 9 ☐ 10

“I am vengeance. I am the night. I am... completely hooked.” Arkham City takes everything Arkham Asylum had to offer and kicks it up to eleven. The combat? Smooth as butter and just as enjoyable. The story? Dark, gritty, and full of memorable twists. The open world? A dangerous playground that feels as alive as it is drenched in Gotham's dirt and charm. Rocksteady has absolutely nailed what it is like to be Batman, gliding over rooftops, stalking criminals, completing Riddler's puzzles, and breaking bones with signature batman-cape-and-cowl style. Every side mission adds a layer of depth, with cameos from legendary villain like Mr. Freeze, Two-Face, and, of course, as chaotic as ever Joker. The voice acting, particularly from Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill, is nothing short of chef's kiss. If you're a DC fan or just fond of polished action-adventure games, Arkham City is a must-play. Even after all these years, it still holds up beautifully.