
Batman: Arkham Asylum
2009
Game Information
Summary
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.
Release Date
August 25, 2009
Developer
Rocksteady Studios
Publisher
Eidos Interactive
Platforms
PlayStation 3OuyaPC (Microsoft Windows)MacXbox 360Nintendo Switch
Genres
Hack and slash/Beat 'em upAdventure
Themes
ActionScience fictionHorrorStealthOpen world