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Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition

PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox 360 • 2012

Should you play it?

Get Batman: Arkham City and all DLC for one low price with the release of the GOTY Edition!

What works

  • Engaging story with iconic characters
  • Fluid and satisfying combat system
  • Open world exploration with many side missions
  • High replay value with collectibles and challenges
  • Excellent voice acting and atmospheric design

Things to keep in mind

  • Some players find riddler puzzles tedious
  • Limited multiplayer or social features
  • Catwoman gameplay less favored by some
  • Lack of fast travel can be inconvenient
  • Minor bugs and camera issues reported

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Batman™: Arkham Knight

  • God of War Ragnarök

  • Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition

  • The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition

  • Stellar Blade™

  • BioShock™

Less expressive

Games that feels like Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition but with less self-expression and customization

  • Styx: Master of Shadows

  • Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition

  • Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2

  • Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones™

  • Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands™

  • Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus

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Last update: 21/08/2026