Archive link to old thread. (http://freedomreborn.net/archive/index.php?topic=47924.0)
New screenshots (http://www.pcgames.de/?menu=browser&mode=article&article_id=671364&entity_id=217283&image_id=955236&page=1&order=#top)
Joker Trap Trailer (http://gamevideos.1up.com/video/id/23520) :thumbup:
The voice acting really makes this pop! I'm so stoked for this! I hope my PC can handle it...
Same here. I noticed that both Conroy and Hamil changed their delivery slightly to suit the mood of the game, and it works so well.
I usually don't go for the stealth twitch games, but I may have to make an exception in this case.
Joker Trap Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/44955.html)
Quote from: Glitch Girl on January 30, 2009, 03:01:37 PM
Same here. I noticed that both Conroy and Hamil changed their delivery slightly to suit the mood of the game, and it works so well.
Hamil seems a shade darker than usual, but I chalked it up to the subtle influence of Heath Ledger; I didn't notice anything different in Conroy's performance. Last thing I heard him in was Gotham Knight, which was itself darker than TAS. Do you think it's tone or time?
20 mins with Batman: Arkham Asylum (http://kotaku.com/5143358/twenty-minutes-with-batman-arkham-asylum)
Have I mentioned before how much I'm looking forward to this game?
Producer Talks "Batman: Arkham Asylum" (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=20344)
I hope the gameplay lives up to how incredibly awesome this looks... I'm going to have to break down and get a current gen system, I think. Hey PS3, what's up?
Quote from: UnkoMan on March 07, 2009, 08:57:13 PM
I hope the gameplay lives up to how incredibly awesome this looks... I'm going to have to break down and get a current gen system, I think. Hey PS3, what's up?
There's a PS3 rumour, that it will drop to $300 in April.
Quote from: UnkoMan on March 07, 2009, 08:57:13 PM
I hope the gameplay lives up to how incredibly awesome this looks... I'm going to have to break down and get a current gen system, I think. Hey PS3, what's up?
Not much, Unko, just crying myself to sleep again over how much better than 360 is than I could ever be.
So....I must might have to tell my sister to keep her boyfriend a little bit longer....so I can go home this summer and play this on his X360.
Quote from: Gremlin on March 08, 2009, 05:37:00 AM
Quote from: UnkoMan on March 07, 2009, 08:57:13 PM
I hope the gameplay lives up to how incredibly awesome this looks... I'm going to have to break down and get a current gen system, I think. Hey PS3, what's up?
Not much, Unko, just crying myself to sleep again over how much better than 360 is than I could ever be.
Name one way that the 360 is better than the PS3. (Please don't use invalid arguments from 2 years ago)
Here are 5 reasons that the PS3 is better than the 360:
BluRay
No monthly fee for online gaming!
MGS4
LittleBigPlanet
Prettier (opinion, I know)
Controller doesn't suck and the D-Pad is usable
Quote from: BWPS on March 08, 2009, 02:32:27 PM
Quote from: Gremlin on March 08, 2009, 05:37:00 AM
Quote from: UnkoMan on March 07, 2009, 08:57:13 PM
I hope the gameplay lives up to how incredibly awesome this looks... I'm going to have to break down and get a current gen system, I think. Hey PS3, what's up?
Not much, Unko, just crying myself to sleep again over how much better than 360 is than I could ever be.
Name one way that the 360 is better than the PS3. (Please don't use invalid arguments from 2 years ago)
Here are 5 reasons that the PS3 is better than the 360:
BluRay
No monthly fee for online gaming!
MGS4
LittleBigPlanet
Prettier (opinion, I know)
Controller doesn't suck and the D-Pad is usable
I only have a 360 (so I can't compare them head-to-head), and I'm not super-passionate about it beyond the fact that I like it, but how about:
$$$$ - I can buy several cool games for the difference in price between the two systems
Netflix on-line (Movie selection is somewhat limited now, but CDs are dying tech and it's only a matter of time before we stream everything)
I understand about the money thing, but for me the BluRay player and big HD makes it a better value.
But a 360 with even a 20gb HDD is $300. And you can't play anything online without one.
PSStore has an online movie rental thing as well, of course it's also extremely limited.
I'm not saying that the 360 doesn't have anything up on the PS3, but I definitely don't think there's much of an argument to make that the 360 is better than the PS3.
Also Batman Arkham Asylum still looks sweet. Sorry for the derail.
(My 360 w/40GB was 250-ish)
yes but how is the game?
For $300 you get the 60 gig rig now unless you get suckered into getting an old machine & soon it will be bundled with Resident Evil 5 till about August i think - Anyway I have never been more happy with a gamming machine in my life - Microsoft pulled out all the stops for us fans by giving us exclusive only titles or titles that we get months in advance before PS3 where allowed to have them - Not to mention exclusive downloads for certain games that PS3 owners never had the chance to get - Secound I love the controller except the D-Pad but who uses that in this day n' age & it has Rumble which didn't seem like a big deal till I started playing my PS3 for the first time & realized that it was sourly missed when trying to fire guns etc... - Third is Achievments which is gimmicky but, when playing online battle games it's nice to actually have something to accomplish while laying waste to your enemies & let's say that the same game does come out on the same day for both Systems, I would unltimatly get the 360 version over my PS3 version simply for the achievments & for the nice headset so I can smack talk all the babies online with my Brother - Forth paying a one time fee a year for 13 months of X-Box live is no problem at all because it has ensured all the exclusive or early titles that i'm enjoying - Fifth reason is you can't beat the ease to navigate friends, market place & ease to talk to others with the Machine - Last is I got tired of paying 25 to 30 bucks for blueray movie when this format will be dead soon because of the ease of streaming videos now - So I said Audios to the Japanese machine 7 months back & havn't regretted it since - With hype like I just spit Microsoft should give me a year supply of live LoL :blink:
Console Wars, Hoo-Ray! :P
They're both excellent consoles, both with plenty to recommend them. In the end it was the build quality and the Blu Ray what swung it for me.
On topic, the game itself looks quitepromising I m ust admit; I do have something of a backlog to get through but this one is bubbling under on my radar. So to speak.
I missed it, is there a release date yet?
Quote from: Glitch Girl on March 09, 2009, 07:45:05 PM
I missed it, is there a release date yet?
6/9/09 Gamestop (and many others. I'm sure) is taking pre-orders. This is only the second game I have ever pre-ordered . . .
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on March 09, 2009, 09:44:23 PM
Quote from: Glitch Girl on March 09, 2009, 07:45:05 PM
I missed it, is there a release date yet?
6/9/09 Gamestop (and many others. I'm sure) is taking pre-orders. This is only the second game I have ever pre-ordered . . .
Next month? Really? AWESOME. :thumbup:
EDIT: 3 =/= 5 I'm a freaking moron. :banghead:
Invisible Predator Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/46638.html?type=flv)
Oh. My. Freaking. God.
I'm really hoping the grappling hook is used more than when you need to enter vents, pipes, etc
Yessssssssssssssssssssssssss.
Quote from: docdelorean88 on March 14, 2009, 12:45:56 AM
I'm really hoping the grappling hook is used more than when you need to enter vents, pipes, etc
Like snagging bad guys and yanking them off of catwalks?
That and Swing through the air! haha. After i posted that i remebered that he did that! I'm not sure i like the bats as targets when usinga batarang, but then again, i don't mind it in lego batman so i suppose it shouldn't be so different than that.
ahh the console wars...
For me, it all boils down to the games, and in my humble opinion, the 360 has way better exclusives than PS3. The PS3 does have really solid titles, but for me, MGS4 is pretty much the only game that makes me want one, and God of War 3 whenever that comes out. But I can't really justify purchasing a PS3 for 2 games I really want, not when compared to like the 10 or so that I wanted on 360 (Halo 3, Mass Effect, Lost Odyssey, Too Human, Gears of War, etc).
But there's no debate when it comes to hardware. PS3 wins hands down, and that's not just because it has blu-ray. I've had three, yes THREE, 360's crap out on me (only one getting RROD), which is completely unacceptable. PS3 failure rates aren't nearly as high. When it comes to the controller, I think the 360's is slightly better with the exception of the crappy d-pad. I don't really like the trigger buttons on the PS3 because they aren't really shaped like triggers, and therefore your fingers can slide off them easily, but that's a small gripe.
In the end, it's the games that matter to me.
That Grappling gun is out of control & it seems that the Batsuit can show damage - If they can make the gameplay even halfway fun with all this graphical polish then It seems this is going to be (finally) a winning Batman game :blink:
Batman: Arkham Asylum GT Pop-Block HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/46731.html)
This looks pretty good, but I think I'll still wait to see what others say first. When is it going to be released?
GDC 09: Silent Knight Challenge Room Walkthrough HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/47317.html)
:wub:
I'm dry. I've gushed as much as I can.
...oh, I am going to suck at this game so much. Haha.
That was one of the coolest things ever. It was so batman-y. I so can't wait.
I hope this leads to a sequel with a Gotham City sandbox type of thing. And I hate sandbox games usually.
However, Batman was walking REALLY weird-like on the ground.
Batman: Arkham Asylum Collectors Edition Has A Batarang, Bruce Wayne Budget Price (http://kotaku.com/5169835/batman-arkham-asylum-collectors-edition-has-a-batarang-bruce-wayne-budget-price)
Extended Gameplay (http://video.thatvideogameblog.com/2009/04/01/batman-arkham-asylum-challenge-room-extended/)
They really know how to work over the fan boys. I can't stop my mouth from watering thinking about that darn batarang.
Bane Reveal Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48038.html)
Pic of the collector's edition.
(http://www.gameinformer.com/NR/rdonlyres/5AA840A9-5F1B-4ADA-9B2F-4166CC9E2538/18141/BAA_Collector_LoRes.jpg)
EIGHTY POUNDS?!
For a collectors edition? :blink:
...Whats sad is I'm actually thinking about it ><
I soooo want that Batarang, and practice with it, and hug it, and cuddle it, and call it George :wub:
It comes out 3 days after my B-day. Guess what I'm getting myself for a gift? :thumbup:
Quote from: JeyNyce on April 16, 2009, 01:20:00 PM
It comes out 3 days after my B-day. Guess what I'm getting myself for a gift? :thumbup:
A ferret?
Batman got punched through a brick wall. My brain is wired so as to think, "Sweet, someone got punched through a brick wall" when someone get's punched through a brick wall. But why was Batman just like, "whatever, I got punched through a brick wall"? He's just a person, and it's a BRICK WALL. I know it's a video game but it looks so real that I wondered how he was just brushing off being punched through a brick wall.
Quote from: BWPS on April 16, 2009, 01:53:41 PM
Quote from: JeyNyce on April 16, 2009, 01:20:00 PM
It comes out 3 days after my B-day. Guess what I'm getting myself for a gift? :thumbup:
A ferret?
Batman got punched through a brick wall. My brain is wired so as to think, "Sweet, someone got punched through a brick wall" when someone get's punched through a brick wall. But why was Batman just like, "whatever, I got punched through a brick wall"? He's just a person, and it's a BRICK WALL. I know it's a video game but it looks so real that I wondered how he was just brushing off being punched through a brick wall.
1 - How did you know?
2 - Body Armor
Quote from: BWPS on April 16, 2009, 01:53:41 PM
Quote from: JeyNyce on April 16, 2009, 01:20:00 PM
It comes out 3 days after my B-day. Guess what I'm getting myself for a gift? :thumbup:
A ferret?
Batman got punched through a brick wall. My brain is wired so as to think, "Sweet, someone got punched through a brick wall" when someone get's punched through a brick wall. But why was Batman just like, "whatever, I got punched through a brick wall"? He's just a person, and it's a BRICK WALL. I know it's a video game but it looks so real that I wondered how he was just brushing off being punched through a brick wall.
It didn't look to me like he did - flat on the floor when Bane come through the wall to finish pounding . . .
I hope I hope I hope they don't take a Batman and Robin angle on Baneyboy...
Quote from: Sevenforce on April 16, 2009, 09:44:25 AM
EIGHTY POUNDS?!
For a collectors edition? :blink:
...Whats sad is I'm actually thinking about it ><
I soooo want that Batarang, and practice with it, and hug it, and cuddle it, and call it George :wub:
I'm calling mine Lucille.
Exclusive Harley Quinn Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48061.html)
Stupid costume changes are stupid.
I not sure if I'm feeling HQ outfit. It doesn't go with her voice. I never found her sexy. She's cute, but they shouldn't have went with the sexy look.
I'm inclined to agree. Game looks sweet though.
I like it...but I've always felt Harley was the sexiest of all the Batman's feminine foes. I'm a sucker for the crazy ones, I guess.
Quote from: Gremlin on April 18, 2009, 01:59:34 AM
I'm a sucker for the crazy ones, I guess.
Believe me....you'll get over it. And once you do you'll never go back.
Not a terrible redesign. It goes with the unique joker style. I think they were trying to accomplish a nice mix of doctor and harley. Not too terrible. :)
Preview MTV Germany (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64swfFxnLmc&feature=player_embedded)
I don't think this game will be much good ... graphically, it looks nice, but the gameplay reminds me too much of Tenchu: Stealth Assassins.
(http://img117.imageshack.us/img117/489/95233720090421790screen.jpg)
Paul Dini Interview (http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/batmanarkhamasylum/news.html?sid=6208260&om_act=convert&om_clk=newsfeatures&tag=newsfeatures;title;1)
Quote from: Jakew on April 20, 2009, 01:23:24 AM
I don't think this game will be much good ... graphically, it looks nice, but the gameplay reminds me too much of Tenchu: Stealth Assassins.
And the downside is...?
Seriously, out of all the action packed Batman games out there, most of them ranging from bad to
really bad, what is wrong with taking a more stealthy approach with the new Batman game? I mean, what's the worst case scenario? It sucks?
Metal Gear is a big hit, Splinter Cell is a hit, now you take what make those game popular and add Batman & Joker to the mix. If this game doesn't becomes a hit then somebody need to get shot.
Advertisment in PS3 Home (http://kotaku.com/5224844/play-as-the-joker-in-arkham-asylum-ps3)
Play As The Joker In Arkham Asylum PS3 (http://ps3.ign.com/articles/975/975942p1.html)
(http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/7767/batmanarkhamasylum20090.jpg)
(http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/4857/6362923l.jpg)
Play.com is giving the code to unlock the armored batsuit with pre-orders of the standard edition only. It's a code though, so it'll be posted online and I'm sure there are going to be other ways of unlocking costumes, which I hope they have.
http://www.batmanarkhamasylum.com/start
Official site is up.
Umm.. Joker is only 60lbs? :unsure:
Quote from: Midnite on April 24, 2009, 07:21:11 PM
http://www.batmanarkhamasylum.com/start
Official site is up.
Umm.. Joker is only 60lbs? :unsure:
You mean I weight more than the Joker?
Wow...
Where did you get that? The bio at that link lists him at 70kg = 154 lbs
Batman and Gordon apparently weigh the same though.
Hmm, seems like Bats should weigh a bit more than that...a good bit more, but oh well. One of the simplest kinds of unlockables would be extra costumes, but here is hoping that they have a classic comic look and that one can get to it without actually having to unlock it with gameplay. I like codes that allow me to unlock what I want so that I can tailor the game to what I want it to be.
Quote from: Glitch Girl on April 24, 2009, 08:18:19 PM
Where did you get that? The bio at that link lists him at 70kg = 154 lbs
Batman and Gordon apparently weigh the same though.
Guess they made corrections to the weigh in. :ph34r:
Invisible Walls Episode 54 (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48490.html)
They talk about the demo in the beginning, starts at 2:25 ends at 11:30. Sigh... Batarang is a paperweight. :(
Guess it will hurt more when you throw it. :lol:
Break Bane Trailer (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/48710.html) Love the combat system. :wub:
Uh-oh...
Batman Delayed (http://gameinformer.com/NR/exeres/1777F2A2-72E2-4765-B961-020EE151514B.htm)
(this just broke, not sure of accuracy yet)
Welllllll shucks. At least this way I'll have the money for a 360 by then. Haha.
Good.
Quote from: Glitch Girl on May 01, 2009, 09:19:39 PM
Uh-oh...
Batman Delayed (http://gameinformer.com/NR/exeres/1777F2A2-72E2-4765-B961-020EE151514B.htm)
(this just broke, not sure of accuracy yet)
Official Release Date Announcement (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=88232)
Released at the end of summer '09
Quote from: Midnite on May 01, 2009, 10:58:04 PM
Quote from: Glitch Girl on May 01, 2009, 09:19:39 PM
Uh-oh...
Batman Delayed (http://gameinformer.com/NR/exeres/1777F2A2-72E2-4765-B961-020EE151514B.htm)
(this just broke, not sure of accuracy yet)
Official Release Date Announcement (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=88232)
Released at the end of summer '09
Pretty much what he said:
QuoteEidos Interactive and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment can today confirm that Batman: Arkham Asylum will be released at the end of summer 2009. This additional time will allow us to ensure Batman: Arkham Asylum is of the highest quality for gamers."
VERY disappointed.
Oddly unsurprised.
If nothing else, maybe it'll give them more time to polish the game. Maybe.
:spoiler:
Scans
Spoiler
(http://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv153/batman-tdk/P1020598.jpg)(http://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv153/batman-tdk/P1020603.jpg)(http://i679.photobucket.com/albums/vv153/batman-tdk/P1020616-1.jpg)
:o If those are the villains for this game then I am getting this......
More scans (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=88504)
Batman: Arkham Asylum Exclusive 'FreeFlow Combat' Walkthrough (http://gamevideos.1up.com/video/id/24654)
Poison Ivy (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/poison-ivy-batman-arkham/49585)
Out of all the redesigns Poison Ivy's is by far the worst one IMO.
I dislike Harley's more personally, but this one was just... odd. It looks more like Ivy just rolled out of bed or something...
Joker:I'm taking over the prison! Stop Batman!
Ivy: It's 2AM. Go Away.
Joker:STOP BATMAN. JOKER COMMANDS IT!
Ivy: Fine, jerk.
I don't have a problem with the look, but the voice actress is doing the "channeling Mae West" thing that was the third most annoying thing about Batman and Robin.
Quote from: bredon7777 on May 24, 2009, 12:10:44 PM
I don't have a problem with the look, but the voice actress is doing the "channeling Mae West" thing that was the third most annoying thing about Batman and Robin.
Who is Mae West???
Quote from: MJB on May 24, 2009, 05:12:12 AM
Out of all the redesigns Poison Ivy's is by far the worst one IMO.
I'm not sure a t-shirt and nudity counts as a redesign let alone a costume it is like Tomato said he caught her sleeping or something. She looks like one of the artists got really lonely and just said "Screw it... have a t-shirt and... well placed shadows! I'm naughty!" She is like 1 button away from a wardrobe malfunction.
What on earth is Harley supposed to be? She just looks bad... seriously the guy villains we've seen look great. Just really well done but the women... they so far all look like the design team is trying to live out their fantasies.
I gotta' say, I hate a lot of the modern designs of Ivy. They often seem to be ALMOST naked, and with the addition of the shirt to this one...it is somehow even more sketchy. Harley doesn't seem so off to me. Dressing up like a nurse is something that she would do, but I'd prefer to see her in her costume.
Poison Ivy's concept art looked much better.
Source link (http://comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=21317)
(http://comicbookresources.com/images/games/arkham/IVYfinished.jpg)
Ivy's redesign is ok...would have been better with some covering leaves rather than the prison top. Harley's makes no sense at all. It ignores her "jester" motif completely and goes for "zombie prostitute" instead. :thumbdown:
I would have like Ivy look better if the top were orange like the pic instead of red. It would have made more sense. With Harley, she is suppose to be cute and funny, not sexy. Catwoman is sexy and have feminine wilds, not Harley.
I thought it very odd that she was running around wearing a red cardigan . . . a prison top makes more sense.
I think The Batman was the only costume that covered at least 60% of her body. It was a tad too simple, but it looked more classy.
Batman:TAS's was classy...and as usual, the best of all possible bat-worlds. ;)
http://www.worldsfinestonline.com/WF/batman/btas/bios/poisonivy/m01.jpg
Very indicative of the original:
http://www.comics101.com/comics101//news/Comics%20101/192/poisonivy.jpg
They could have dress her up like Eve from Freedom Force and tinted her skin green.
http://guidesmedia.ign.com/guides/705223/images/eve_freedomforce.jpg
True for both of you guys. Jey i think it is funny that you posted a picture of eve up on a Freedom Force related website, i understood why i just found it ironic. :lol:
E3 09: Exclusive Joker Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-09-batman-arkham/49778) :o
WANT NOW!
Exclusively on Playstation 3 . . .
Grrrr :angry:
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on May 29, 2009, 11:46:25 AM
Exclusively on Playstation 3 . . .
Grrrr :angry:
*goes to vent anger in the Exclusivity thread ><
Sweet!
But that is a kick in the nuts to 360 owners. You'll probably have a chance to play as Poison Ivy, because she's green like the system.
The only way I can think of 360 owners getting the better version of this is if they get to play as Harley Quinn or Simon the Pieman.
Quote from: BWPS on May 29, 2009, 04:01:23 PM
Sweet!
But that is a kick in the nuts to 360 owners. You'll probably have a chance to play as Poison Ivy, because she's green like the system.
The only way I can think of 360 owners getting the better version of this is if they get to play as Harley Quinn or Simon the Pieman.
I'll bet it would be a DLC for 360 owners later on
I was at E3 and got to try this game out, and I gotta say; the brawling mechanic was BEAUTIFUL. The animation is very smooth and fluid, and you just feel the weight and power behind each of Batman's swings..
and getting to hear the Batman TAS cast reprising their roles? AWESOME.
I'm really psyched for this game; I think it should be pretty spectacular.
Viral marketing has started.
http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=91393
http://www.gothamcitymunicipal.com/
http://arkhamcare.com/
GameStop ad (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HJzKDim6as&fmt=18) :lol:
**OFFICIAL** Batman: Arkham Asylum demo - Available August 7 (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?p=1094381#post1094381) :thumbup:
I asked the guy at the PC games store I like to go to and he said it ain't coming till the middle of September!!!! I'll be back in China by then and unable to buy that Bruce Wayne deal with the Batarang(I want this more than the game).
PC Demo (http://www.nzone.com/object/nzone_batmanaa_downloads.html)
Anyone played the Xbox demo yet? I'm not a gold subscriber, so I'm not good enough to download it yet.
I'm downloading it right now.
Played it. Fun stuff...although the "detective mode" vision is pretty much a cheat mode. It shows you everything....where to go, exactly how many enemies are in the room, what you can interact with and what you can't, etc. It just dumbs the game down too much I think.
Quote from: Talavar on August 08, 2009, 01:20:47 AM
Anyone played the Xbox demo yet? I'm not a gold subscriber, so I'm not good enough to download it yet.
I didn't know there was one available until you mentioned it. I'm down loading it now - but it's a biggie. 1.6GB!!
OK - I've played through two fights - I understand that the combat does get more complex, but right now it is very simple - button one to strike, button two to counter. But man, the fighting animation is amazing. I agree with Cardy - you feel like Batman. And the opening cinematic is practically worth the price of the game alone. Beautiful. I'm really looking forward to getting into this game.
Quote from: Courtnall6 on August 08, 2009, 03:19:01 AM
Played it. Fun stuff...although the "detective mode" vision is pretty much a cheat mode. It shows you everything....where to go, exactly how many enemies are in the room, what you can interact with and what you can't, etc. It just dumbs the game down too much I think.
I played it and agree with C6 here. It's fun and you do feel like Batman instilling fear and all. The detective mode does however seem like a cheat. I was expecting detective mode to allow Bats to see things other people would overlook, not give him Superman's x-ray vision.There are no lenses covering his eyes. His eyes are visible in his cowl, so how does this Bat tech work anyway?
Quote from: captmorgan72 on August 08, 2009, 05:31:04 PM
Quote from: Courtnall6 on August 08, 2009, 03:19:01 AM
Played it. Fun stuff...although the "detective mode" vision is pretty much a cheat mode. It shows you everything....where to go, exactly how many enemies are in the room, what you can interact with and what you can't, etc. It just dumbs the game down too much I think.
I played it and agree with C6 here. It's fun and you do feel like Batman instilling fear and all. The detective mode does however seem like a cheat. I was expecting detective mode to allow Bats to see things other people would overlook, not give him Superman's x-ray vision.There are no lenses covering his eyes. His eyes are visible in his cowl, so how does this Bat tech work anyway?
I guess it works a la Dark Knight, normally he doesnt wear lenses, but they appear when needed. Personally I would prefer if he had them all the time but its OK I guess.
I wonder when non-gold Xbox Live members will get to play this, because I'm really looking forward to it now.
The lenses slide down (i guess) when you use detective mode. You can see them glowing while it's on.
I do love the combat system...reminds me a bit of Assassins Creed only more fluid...I can't wait to take on like 8 goons at once and dance around the room in a bone crushing ballet :D
The first mod for the PC (demo) version is out. From the Official forums (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=92257)
(http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l15/JD_Method/ScreenShot00000.png)
Looks like a simple recolour...but at least it's moddable. :cool:
I did a quick skin edit...classic logo :cool:
There were 3 layers to edit (base, texture or shadow, reflection)...I missed the reflection layer(I think) which is why you can still see the outline of the other logo...but you get the idea :P
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/Courtnall6/Batman_AA_classic_logo.jpg)
Actually C6... that's the bump layer, methinks
:o Batman is moddable! I want me some Rainbow Batman!
Ok.... I think I found what to do with the $50 I'm NOT going to spend on Champions Online.
The skins can be modded? Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet. I hope to see the Burton Batman costume pop up.
---RTT
Quote from: Tomato on August 09, 2009, 05:25:32 AM
Actually C6... that's the bump layer, methinks
makes sense :cool:
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/8718/zurenarrhbatman.jpg)
^
well that just looks.... un-manly like. :lol:
mk... the fact that I've played this demo 4 times through already should tell you how I feel about it.
Quote from: Midnite on August 10, 2009, 01:19:04 AM
(http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/8718/zurenarrhbatman.jpg)
Huh, Zurr-en-arrh. The cowl needs to be purple as well.
Woe, woe, and thrice woe.
I downloaded the demo for PC, installed, and it just crashes with a "ShippingPC-BmGame.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close" message. I'm a bit loathe to re-download the 2+gig demo again. I've tried enabling/disabling everything likely in the setup screen, got the latest nvidia drivers. I hope this doesnt mean I cannot play the actual game :(
Still patiently awaiting the non-Gold Live release so I can check out where my hard earned Gamestop GC is going. Yep, I'm an unmentionable too...refuse to pay for something the rival company provides free of charge. Still can't remember why I bought the 360. Looks good. Hopefully that "Detective Mode" will even out the difficulty as the game progresses (you know give Batman an edge against overwhelming odds). It sounds like everything else is so well designed.
To the modder in there: i can't find the texture to export! i got about three instance of the glove, cowl and body armor. i tried changing them all but i still don't have any in-game change!
could someone rip all the "useful" texture and make a rar with those texture + the texmod file to import? (i' trying to make him a robin-colored costume, but since i don't semm to be recoloring the good texture...)
I love this community. You will all have this game be Stilt-Man: Arkham Asylum before it's even released.
Quote from: BWPS on August 10, 2009, 09:34:30 PM
I love this community. You will all have this game be Stilt-Man: Arkham Asylum before it's even released.
See, I'll settle for having an old-school blue 'n grey batman... Arkham's almost too dark for all-black outfits.
Quote from: BWPS on August 10, 2009, 09:34:30 PM
I love this community. You will all have this game be Stilt-Man: Arkham Asylum before it's even released.
^ This made me lol SO hard :D
Thank you so much, BWPS, you have officially made my day XD
Costume mods (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?s=496b987ebb12ebee28fdb81a0794f38b&t=92752)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/TomDarkwood/CaptainJack-BatsuitCollection.jpg?)
Awesome deal at Walmart in Canada. :thumbup:
http://walmart.ca/Canada-FeaturedPage.jsp?selection=listingDetails&assetId=51979&imageId=71725&departmentId=180&categoryId=1024&tabId=22
(http://i30.tinypic.com/qqtxj5.jpg)
I hope they will have some sort of alternate costumes for the 360. I loved looking at all of the modded costumes, but alas, my computers a clunker!
Quote from: docdelorean88 on August 16, 2009, 07:21:58 PM
I hope they will have some sort of alternate costumes for the 360. I loved looking at all of the modded costumes, but alas, my computers a clunker!
It would be awesome if there was a cash for clunker computers program.
More good news for Canadians. Best Buy and Futureshop is going to match the price at Walmart. Also there's a rumour that EB Games will follow. :thumbup:
I really hope that deal comes to America. Daddy needs Batman: Arkham Asylum for cheap.
There's always Amazon.com. $52.99, plus a coupon code 5OFFARKM for an additional $5 off the pre-order, and if you cash in an ECA 10% off code, you can get it down to about $43 before s/h. Not too shabby. I'm going that route since I splurged and cashed in my GS $50 GC on GH5 and GH:VH (and me being a dyed in the wool RB fanboy).
Joker Challenge Map (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HohsTaq_VHc)
Just three more days!
Metacritic has Batman: AA at a 91% average right now (gathered from 15 reviews, ranging from 80% - 96%). After playing the demo I was a bit disappointed, but these reviews plus the Walmart price here may persuade me to buy it.
i just pre-ordered it on steam as a birfday gift to me. now maybe i'll need to upgrade my video card as well....
Quote from: detourne_me on August 22, 2009, 11:28:33 PM
i just pre-ordered it on steam as a birfday gift to me. now maybe i'll need to upgrade my video card as well....
Or you can just buy a xbox 360/PS3 and say goodbye to expensive upgrades forever. :D
Batman: Arkham Asylum PlayStation 3 Gameplay - Silent But Funny (http://ps3.ign.com/dor/objects/14273490/batman-arkham-asylum/videos/batmanaa_gmp_silentbutfunny_082109.html)
Looks like the Joker maps will be harder. Since he can't use a grapple gun to hide.
Quote from: captmorgan72 on August 23, 2009, 12:06:44 AM
Quote from: detourne_me on August 22, 2009, 11:28:33 PM
i just pre-ordered it on steam as a birfday gift to me. now maybe i'll need to upgrade my video card as well....
Or you can just buy a xbox 360/PS3 and say goodbye to expensive upgrades until the next generation of console comes out. :D
Fixed
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on August 23, 2009, 12:45:54 PM
Quote from: captmorgan72 on August 23, 2009, 12:06:44 AM
Quote from: detourne_me on August 22, 2009, 11:28:33 PM
i just pre-ordered it on steam as a birfday gift to me. now maybe i'll need to upgrade my video card as well....
Or you can just buy a xbox 360/PS3 and say goodbye to expensive upgrades until the next generation of console comes out. :D
Fixed
True, but a new console is still cheaper than maintaining a computer up to date for gaming. I mean, you can buy video cards alone that cost more than a 360 or a PS3.
Launch Trailer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ug2dRxsY_4)
History of Arkham Asylum Trailer (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/history-of-batman-arkham/54662)
Arkham Retrospective (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/arkham-retrospective-batman-arkham/54765)
Just one more day. ^_^
I was going to wait before buying this game, I mostly don't buy new games at full price anymore (69.99$ is way too much), but this Walmart price is awesome, can't pass this nice deal.
:thumbup:
Video Review (http://www.gamespot.com/ps3/action/batmanarkhamasylum/video/6216147/batman-arkham-asylum-video-review?hd=1&tag=topslot;watchlink;1)
Gamespot gave Batman a 9.0
Picked mine up at Walmart for $38.83. Whoo! Now I can play it for a bit and trade it in for $40 when I'm done with it :thumbup:
I got it for about the same amount, but I traded in a few games at Game Stop when I got mine.
Oh this game is sooo awesome. Picked it up today after work. :thumbup:
preordered mine... meh. Won't get it until Sep 15th, because I went the PC route.
I'm a big fan of the game so I got the the collector for the 360 and the PC version. And Yes I will play them both.
Played the game for a few hours tonight. I have not progressed very far, at least I think I haven't, but I have progressed.
This is by far (in my opinion) the best Batman game so far.
The voice acting is great, if not perfect. The action is awesome. The graphics are awe inspiring. I recommend anyone and everyone that can purchase this game.
I picked up the game, and played it for most of the night. It really is an awesome game.
Quote from: MJB on August 26, 2009, 07:49:29 AM
Played the game for a few hours tonight. I have not progressed very far, at least I think I haven't, but I have progressed.
This is by far (in my opinion) the best Batman game so far.
The voice acting is great, if not perfect. The action is awesome. The graphics are awe inspiring. I recommend anyone and everyone that can purchase this game.
I have some problems with some of the voice acting. There was one moment early on that made me laugh in particular. At this point, it's been established that Joker is behind the take-over, and Batman goes to a set of tv consoles, when Joker appears on the screen, Batman says, "Joker!" like he's surprised. Thankfully, Joker's response made it okay. Something like, "Who'd you think it was going to be? Killer Croc?" (can't remember it exactly). Anyway, I find Batman's voice acting to be a little...I dunno...off.
Still, I'm impressed with the game overall and enjoying it quite a bit.
The only thing I find "off" about Batman is that he's always standing so straight. He's like stiff as a board and his arms don't move when he talks most of the time. *shrugs*
I'm only just started, but I'm finding I'm playing the first challenge room over and over trying to perfect my combat. I'm such a spaz with combat in general. I usually win, but it's anything but elegant. It's nice to have the "practice" space outside of the core game. Now if only I were actually improving. . .
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 26, 2009, 02:49:09 AM
I'm a big fan of the game so I got the the collector for the 360 and the PC version. And Yes I will play them both.
You might want to cancel one of the CE. I heard the batarang is pretty bad, not worth the $100.
360 Unboxing CE video (http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/25/unboxing-the-batman-arkham-asylum-collectors-edition/)
PS3 Unboxing CE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBlcQDVVyFU)
Quote from: MJB on August 26, 2009, 04:22:15 PM
The only thing I find "off" about Batman is that he's always standing so straight. He's like stiff as a board and his arms don't move when he talks most of the time. *shrugs*
Standing stiff as a board is understandable, he's a martial art master. My older brother is a 6th Dan in Kyuki-Do and he too stands stiff as a board. I also am impressed with his jump and roll. That is exactly how my old Aikido instructor did it too. Very authentic as far as the martial arts go.
Quote from: Midnite on August 26, 2009, 10:23:26 PM
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 26, 2009, 02:49:09 AM
I'm a big fan of the game so I got the the collector for the 360 and the PC version. And Yes I will play them both.
You might want to cancel one of the CE. I heard the batarang is pretty bad, not worth the $100.
Unboxing CE video (http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/25/unboxing-the-batman-arkham-asylum-collectors-edition/)
I wonder if the game codes revealed in the video will work for anyone? ^_^
I only just got my 360 this weekend, and picked up Batman yesterday. Pod very happy with it.
Stupid Wednesday comics preventing Pod from playing Batman. Oh but there's Groot :wub:
Yeah but great game, it's like actually being Batman right up to saving badguys. The voice acting is excellent save maybe overusing Steve Blum. Must play more soon.
Sweet game! Picked it up Tuesday night after work (yay Wally-World, yay discount card!), beat the story mode about 7-8 PM, might have been 9 something (note: Thursday). Finding the rest of the Riddler's stuff was a little time consuming (Stupid Chatter-Teeth), as was running down all of the Spirit of Arkham thingy's. But, yes, all and all a very nice, fun game. Only thing missing was a nice classic line when Scarecrow asks "What are you?!"
I'm Batman! :thumbup:
PS.
Yes, I did greet the dawn during my playthrus, and did nothing but play all day. I love day's off.
This game is awesome! I love being stealthy, especially because I kinda suck at the straight-up fighting.
(http://i31.tinypic.com/13yo2s6.jpg)
I played this the other night at a girl's house drunk and I hated it with a passion. It felt clunky and like I had played this game before.
Quote from: AfghanAnt on August 28, 2009, 07:51:18 PM
I played this the other night at a girl's house drunk and I hated it with a passion. It felt clunky and like I had played this game before.
Sober up and play it again. This game is sweet. This game is near perfect.
Yep, absolutely the best comic book game ever crafted. :thumbup:
IGN: The Future of Batman: Arkham Asylum (http://comics.ign.com/articles/101/1019740p1.html)
Funny you posting that Midnite. I always wondered why there wasn't a full free roam Gotham City Batman game yet. Imagine being able to drive around Gotham City in the batmoblie/batcycle...or on the river in the batboat...or in the sky in the batplane or plain old batrope! It would be pretty sweet. :cool:
As for Arkham Asylum...it's an awesome game. The best superhero game I've played so far. :thumbup:
I've been playing it on the hardest level to compensate for the "cheat" detective mode vision. Currently stuck on Poison Ivy...she's proving to be a real pain to take down. :wacko:
I really like this game too. I was watching my brother play it the other night. The characters and voice acting are so much fun.
do you guys think the game is worth $60? I don't like renting games, but buying them at $60 is pretty steep. My biggest problem with this generation is that games cost more, and tend to last less, unless they focus on multiplayer. I've read that the main game takes about 10-12 hours to beat, maybe more if you do all the side stuff. A lot of games can be great, but not a lot are worth $60. A great example, in my opinion, is Bioshock. That was a great game, but I really don't think it was worth $60, but maybe I'm just getting old.
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 29, 2009, 01:07:09 PM
Quote from: AfghanAnt on August 28, 2009, 07:51:18 PM
I played this the other night at a girl's house drunk and I hated it with a passion. It felt clunky and like I had played this game before.
Sober up and play it again. This game is sweet. This game is near perfect.
Yes, this. NEAR perfect
I have two minor nitpicks with the game
Spoiler
1) Lack of supervillian FIGHTS. Oh, there are a crapload of supervillians in the game, without question. And I understand that they need to save some for the sequel. But how many supervillans do you actually get to FIGHT? Three! Bane, Ivy, and Joker. That seems low. I appreciated the Scarecrow sequences, but I really wanted to smash my fist into his face. And not getting to fight Harley- just finishing her off in a cutscene after eliminating all the goons? That's just wrong.
2) The Riddler, while crazy, is NOT psychotic. Turning the classic riddle about the Sphinx into a dead baby joke? Completely out of character.
Other than that, this is, quite probably, the best superhero game ever made, and the sequel cannot come soon enough.
Quote from: Midnite on August 29, 2009, 06:25:51 PM
IGN: The Future of Batman: Arkham Asylum (http://comics.ign.com/articles/101/1019740p1.html)
While a sequel cannot possibly come soon enough, both those ideas sound awful.
Quote from: bredon7777 on August 30, 2009, 02:51:57 PM
Quote from: Midnite on August 29, 2009, 06:25:51 PM
IGN: The Future of Batman: Arkham Asylum (http://comics.ign.com/articles/101/1019740p1.html)
While a sequel cannot possibly come soon enough, both those ideas sound awful.
Yeah. IGN never has good ideas.
Quote from: TheMarvell on August 30, 2009, 06:58:04 AM
do you guys think the game is worth $60? I don't like renting games, but buying them at $60 is pretty steep. My biggest problem with this generation is that games cost more, and tend to last less, unless they focus on multiplayer. I've read that the main game takes about 10-12 hours to beat, maybe more if you do all the side stuff. A lot of games can be great, but not a lot are worth $60. A great example, in my opinion, is Bioshock. That was a great game, but I really don't think it was worth $60, but maybe I'm just getting old.
I know exactly what you mean. $60 is steep for a game that has no multi player. Games like LOTR Conquest (which I have yet to get) has two story lines and multiplayer. That to me is worth $60. Lots of replayability. Arkham is without a doubt the greatest comic book game I have ever played and even though it doesn't really have a ton of replay value, I would say it is worth it. Along with the main story line you have lots of riddles to solve from the Riddler of course and that can take some time. I personally don't blast my way through the game to finish it. I take my time and look around and admire all the amazing art/design work the developers did.
As to the lack of supervillain fights, in my opinion it makes sense.
Spoiler
Most of Batman's villains aren't a serious threat to him one on one. After all those cool Scarecrow sequences, a boss fight would have been pretty anti-climatic because Scarecrow isn't a fighter. Harley's similar: if Batman can fight 20 prison inmates at once and win, what challenge can Harley be believed to be in a fight?
$60 bucks is a bit steep for short games (the majority these days); but if you're able to get it at the Walmart discount of $40, it's definitely worth that. Now, I haven't beaten Arkham Asylum yet, but I'm deliberately taking my time to stretch it out.
bout the replayability of Arkham Asylum: the pc version is heavily moddable, and it will have some interesting mods. So the PC version is probably worth buying. As for the console version...their price always seems ridiculously high, if you like it you can always buy it in a year or two when the prices drop. That's my policy on console gaming, i play it after everyone but for a third of the price. it's just a question of patience ^^
Talavar-
Spoiler
You have a point about Scarecrow, I suppose- but Harley has heightened speed, strength, and reflexes- more than enough to be a challenge for Bats in a fight. In fact, a good game designer could make a one on one fight between Bats and Calendar man interesting. I still maintain they could've eliminated some of the thug fighting and tossed in a fight with Freeze or something.
I'm planning to buy this game. From what I've read, it seems like Metal Gear Solid / Splinter Cell with a Batman makeover. It's been getting ridiculously good reviews from all-corners.
It was bound to happen eventually (http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comics/20090831.jpg) :lol:
Been playing the game casually since it came out. I completed the story mode earlier today and it was quite rewarding.
Quote from: MJB on September 01, 2009, 12:10:13 AM
Been playing the game casually since it came out. I completed the story mode earlier today and it was quite rewarding.
Are you going to play it again?
Quote from: Jakew on August 31, 2009, 02:30:45 AM
I'm planning to buy this game. From what I've read, it seems like Metal Gear Solid / Splinter Cell with a Batman makeover. It's been getting ridiculously good reviews from all-corners.
Funny you should mention Metal Gear Solid, because one of the cut scenes reminded me alot of it.
Walking down one of the corridors....
Spoiler
The game seizes up. I freaked out, as I thought my luck had run out and my 360 had finally RROD'd... Only to have the intro cinematic start playing again, and when you try and skip it, it asks you to push a mysterious "J" button...
I won't ruin the rest of it, but it kept me on my toes.
Quote from: captmorgan72 on September 01, 2009, 02:24:12 AM
Quote from: MJB on September 01, 2009, 12:10:13 AM
Been playing the game casually since it came out. I completed the story mode earlier today and it was quite rewarding.
Are you going to play it again?
Sure am. On hard this time to see how much of a challenge it is.
Quote from: Alphanaut on September 01, 2009, 03:12:55 AM
Quote from: Jakew on August 31, 2009, 02:30:45 AM
I'm planning to buy this game. From what I've read, it seems like Metal Gear Solid / Splinter Cell with a Batman makeover. It's been getting ridiculously good reviews from all-corners.
Funny you should mention Metal Gear Solid, because one of the cut scenes reminded me alot of it.
Walking down one of the corridors....
Spoiler
The game seizes up. I freaked out, as I thought my luck had run out and my 360 had finally RROD'd... Only to have the intro cinematic start playing again, and when you try and skip it, it asks you to push a mysterious "J" button...
I won't ruin the rest of it, but it kept me on my toes.
Spoiler
This just happen to me last night. I too freaked out and thought my 360 died. Isn't this game the greatest.
Anybody else do the viral marketing game too? Cute little twist at the end of that that explains how Joker got access to Arkham security and who helped him.
Finished it last night. Ending was a little disappointing but otherwise I loved the game. I got most of the secrets but need to put some work into getting the last ones.
I'm really loving this game, the gameplay, the look, the story, the voice-acting... its all great! I'm the stinky Batman!
It feels to me that there's quite a bit of Bioshock in there, as well as Metal Gear Solid. My only minor quibble is the amount of hints and instructions it gives you as you go. Although I suppose it makes sense seeing as Batman is such a great detective and all that, and I might have taken a while working out how to take down Bane without the help.
How are people enjoying the Challenge maps? I have two unlocked at this stage (go me!) and they're great for practicing your skills. however, I CANNOT manage the stealth level with the Joker. His gadgets are great fun, but not as good as Batmans. The main problems I have are the lack of a rappling device (whatever its called) and the fact that you have to stand still while he uses his scanner glasses. Also, due to the way his controls are set up I have on several occiasions when trying to scan the surroundings instead fired a gun into the wall, alerting all the guards to my presence.
I'll probably leave this bit for a while until I've played the campaign some more. I'm hoping that in time there'll be DLC allowing you to play the other characters in the campaign. Someone like Bane or Croc might kick arse on the battle maps but have real trouble on the stealth one, whereas Harley or Scarecrow might have better stealth skills. Each would present a different challenge if they would do this.
GameStop Conference:
-New 360/PS3 challenge map on Sept. 17th for FREE!
-New PS3 challenge map on Sept. 24th for Free.
The challenge maps are fun, but I have no idea how the people at the top of the leaderboards for them have scores as high as they do. I blame robots.
Eidos Admin response to piracy (http://playstationlifestyle.net/2009/09/09/eidos-sets-sneaky-trap-for-arkham-asylum-pirates/) :lol:
Quote from: Midnite on September 10, 2009, 11:57:15 PM
Eidos Admin response to piracy (http://playstationlifestyle.net/2009/09/09/eidos-sets-sneaky-trap-for-arkham-asylum-pirates/) :lol:
Clever!
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on September 11, 2009, 01:45:47 AM
Quote from: Midnite on September 10, 2009, 11:57:15 PM
Eidos Admin response to piracy (http://playstationlifestyle.net/2009/09/09/eidos-sets-sneaky-trap-for-arkham-asylum-pirates/) :lol:
Clever!
Clever, yes.
Effective, not so much.
As someone in the comments section points out, it was "fixed" almost as soon as it was discovered. They kept people from pirating the game for..oh..maybe a couple of hours.a day tops..and legitimate customers still have to deal with invasive security programs that accomplish nothing.
When are publishers going to learn that DRM crap DOESN'T stop people from pirating their game and only gives people who buy the game legitimately headaches?
Now to be fair, I got this for my XBox so I didn't have to deal with any problems caused by security software. But then again, I stopped buying PC games altogether so I would no longer have to deal with problems caused by security software. And there are a lot of others like me.
Given that a substantial chunk of pirates would never buy the game under any conditions, I really honestly believe the sales increase they would get from dropping stupid DRM schemes would dwarf the actual sales loss from piracy.
Quote from: bredon7777 on September 11, 2009, 11:52:50 AM
Given that a substantial chunk of pirates would never buy the game under any conditions, I really honestly believe the sales increase they would get from dropping stupid DRM schemes would dwarf the actual sales loss from piracy.
I concur. Batman got me hooked, but i get minium wage and i can barely afford my rent + food money; so i'm definitly not gonna buy that game (maybe in a few years when the price is more affordable). So even if they magically make piracy disapear (wich is impossible) i'm not gonna make the video game industry win a single penny more. Because it's entertainment and it's not vital. If they want to make video game an elite industry that's fine by me, i have enought 5? books at home to read one different every week for two years. But don't they dare say that piracy is the only reason their game don't sell. One of the most succefull game developper put their game on the internet with no DRM, and also sold it in box for 40? (in europe a new game is sold 60? at best, it's coming closer to 70-75? these days): that game was a hit. i'll have to find an english translation of that article
QuoteWhen are publishers going to learn that DRM crap DOESN'T stop people from pirating their game and only gives people who buy the game legitimately headaches?
This is so very true...
Fallout 3 - bought it the day it came out, rushed it home, tried to install it - seemed to install for a while, then stopped in its tracks. I eject the disk, try again. Same problem. I give up, and let the computer sit for a day, checking the task manager, seeing what can be the problem.
Starting the computer in safe mode - installs fine and dandy. I reboot back to normal system, and now it won't run. Now, I only have one disk drive, and its such a hassle ejecting, replacing, ejecting, replacing, all the programs that need CD's, especially when some of them, I need 2 cds running at once. Turns out, after some forum browsing, the DRM was having a problem with the legitimate CD spoofing software (Nero - yeah, I know -_-).
This meant the game wouldn't install, and I couldn't run it while Nero was running. So, if I want to play Fallout, I have to make sure I'm doing pretty much nothing else in the background. Very, very frustrating. Worth it, though :D.
Batman PC has been delayed here until the 29th, I think was the date, so I'm hoping that this problem won't be as prevalent with it.
Quote from: bredon7777 on September 11, 2009, 11:52:50 AM
When are publishers going to learn that DRM crap DOESN'T stop people from pirating their game and only gives people who buy the game legitimately headaches?
I wish it would be soon but I have little hope. However if a publisher did they would be way more likely to get my money.
Official Batman DLC details (http://uk.xboxlive.ign.com/articles/102/1024232p1.html)
Quote from: Sevenforce on September 13, 2009, 03:29:06 PM
QuoteWhen are publishers going to learn that DRM crap DOESN'T stop people from pirating their game and only gives people who buy the game legitimately headaches?
This is so very true...
Fallout 3 - bought it the day it came out, rushed it home, tried to install it - seemed to install for a while, then stopped in its tracks. I eject the disk, try again. Same problem. I give up, and let the computer sit for a day, checking the task manager, seeing what can be the problem.
Starting the computer in safe mode - installs fine and dandy. I reboot back to normal system, and now it won't run. Now, I only have one disk drive, and its such a hassle ejecting, replacing, ejecting, replacing, all the programs that need CD's, especially when some of them, I need 2 cds running at once. Turns out, after some forum browsing, the DRM was having a problem with the legitimate CD spoofing software (Nero - yeah, I know -_-).
This meant the game wouldn't install, and I couldn't run it while Nero was running. So, if I want to play Fallout, I have to make sure I'm doing pretty much nothing else in the background. Very, very frustrating. Worth it, though :D.
Batman PC has been delayed here until the 29th, I think was the date, so I'm hoping that this problem won't be as prevalent with it.
That's why I buy games for the 360 -- no installs (unless I want it to run off my harddrive, in which case the install is hassle-free), few wacky bugs, and when there are, they're often patched quickly and effortlessly. Sure, high end PCs yield a better graphic experience (marginally, but better) but that ain't worth $2500 to have a kick-arse PC that'll be out of date within 6 months.
Y'know that really is cool, no sarcasm intended, but most of us also want alternate costumes and we kind o got hosed in that respect with this game. I do hope that Eidos changes this down the line.
There's two free challenge maps available online now.
Two words.... CUSTOM FREAKING SKINS!! Some of the great skinners from this site need to get invloved me thinks ;)
http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=92752 (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=92752)
Quote from: Flying_Fox on September 22, 2009, 06:39:59 PM
Two words.... CUSTOM FREAKING SKINS!! Some of the great skinners from this site need to get invloved me thinks ;)
http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=92752 (http://forums.eidosgames.com/showthread.php?t=92752)
Those skins only work in the demo version, not the full game, at the moment...
I think they work in the steam version, just not retail.
Quote from: Flying_Fox on September 22, 2009, 07:14:43 PM
I think they work in the steam version, just not retail.
Interesting..I'll have to look/read more closely...
Anyway, been playing a few days, and its a demn fine game.
Beautiful graphics, good story, plenty of gameplay variety, and surprisingly good combat.
I'm trying wean myself off of perma-using "detective mode" as the xray specs make it a bit too easy. Maybe I should play through on "hard" after I finish.
And it's by no means just a "stealth-em-up", I've boldly strolled into packs of 8 thugs for some fun combat action, trying to pull off long combo strings and balletic martial arts move.
And when stealth and fisticuffs will not suffice, I amuse myself trying to solve all the Riddlers puzzles and find all the extra bits.
All in all, I'd give it a 9 out of 10 so far, (and bear in mind that I wouldn't give any game 10 out of 10 because I'm a curmudgeon).
I'm the golly-gosh Batman!
I couldn't agree more Tom!
could anyone lend me a hand?
Spoiler
I just beat Harley, and now I'm supposed to get into the room filled with gas, the 2 guards can't turn on the ventilation. i'm kind of stuck. Should I just go outside and find the botanical garden?
Quote from: detourne_me on September 25, 2009, 01:23:03 PM
I couldn't agree more Tom!
could anyone lend me a hand?
Spoiler
I just beat Harley, and now I'm supposed to get into the room filled with gas, the 2 guards can't turn on the ventilation. i'm kind of stuck. Should I just go outside and find the botanical garden?
Is that the one where Cash is and a doctor are stuck?
Quote from: detourne_me on September 25, 2009, 01:23:03 PM
I couldn't agree more Tom!
could anyone lend me a hand?
Spoiler
I just beat Harley, and now I'm supposed to get into the room filled with gas, the 2 guards can't turn on the ventilation. i'm kind of stuck. Should I just go outside and find the botanical garden?
Spoiler
Basically you short the security lock that is feeding power to the flooded area just past Harley's bunker - it's the one on the wall right next to the windows H is behind. At that point she triggers the timer on the trap. In that first flooded area is the security lock that is charging the power to the flooded areas under the suspended guards. Short that. At this point Harley will shorten the timer. Use batarangs to cut down the guards - if you are reasonably close to them the quick batarang will auto-target the ropes. Run back to the main entrance and short the lock that is locking you in. This is a very hard lock and can be kind of tricky. Once you do that you and the two guards will run out sealing the gas behind you. There's a lot of trophies in that room, but you'll need some other gadgets that you won't get until later on in order to get them.
finished my first run-through a week or so ago, once I finally got it (PC version being two weeks later to release and all...) and... wow. I kinda dreaded going through it because I typically hate stealth games, but honestly... there's so much versatility with what you can do I didn't ever feel cornered.
not that the game was sunshine and roses for me mind you... I'm thinking about going through again but the prospect of having to once again play through the Scarecrow and Croc stuff all over again annoys me. All in all though, I felt like this was finally a Batman game worthy of the character.
Thanks Unc, However...
Spoiler
Ialready beat Halrey. It's directly after I beat her that i'm stuck. with the rom filled with joker gas, umm the Prometheus room i think.
Quote from: detourne_me on September 26, 2009, 09:02:41 AM
Thanks Unc, However...
Spoiler
Ialready beat Halrey. It's directly after I beat her that i'm stuck. with the rom filled with joker gas, umm the Prometheus room i think.
Spoiler
I ended up leaving the gas unsolved for now, but got a new type of grapple gun a bit later that may let me solve it, if I ever get past the somewhat tedious Croc part(and its the first bit I've found tedious up to 49%)
Spoiler
Yes, you can't finish this room for a while yet. You will get a kind of zip-line grapel in a bit that will allow you to finish it.
Thanks guys!
Spoiler
Ooops - just remembered. You also need the upgrade to the bat claw - it will allow you to pull down collapsible walls. It's one of the last upgrades you get, I'm afraid.
Arkham sequel was just announced at the Video Game Awards on Spike.
Yup and here`s the first teaser, scroll down to see it.
http://gothamknightsonline.blogspot.com/2009/12/batman-arkham-asylum-2.html
...wow... I don't know what the intended plot line is, but it looks sweet!
two-face and joker
WHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Looks good, but I was hoping that they focus on Two-Face and not the Joker
Where you folks getting Two-Face from- I saw references to Penguin and Black Mash, but none for Harvey.
Quote from: bredon7777 on December 14, 2009, 04:58:48 PM
Where you folks getting Two-Face from- I saw references to Penguin and Black Mash, but none for Harvey.
Here's the official site:
http://arkhamhasmoved.com/us/
Take a close look at the guy on the "We want you" sign.
I'm surprised they went the Joker route again. I figured the sequel would be another Batman game, but it appears they're making more of an Arkham sequel. Seems to be a 'if it's not broke...'
Too early to say much but I'm pretty excited, and it will be nice to hear more of Mark Hamill.
Quote from: bredon7777 on December 14, 2009, 04:58:48 PM
Where you folks getting Two-Face from- I saw references to Penguin and Black Mash, but none for Harvey.
At the end of the first game, Bats left going after Two-Face. Also Two-Face would be a good choice with the next game. It would tie in with the movie (sort of)
Anyway, it looks like Joker has escape and him and his boys are running the streets of Gotham. It maybe "sandbox" type game like GTA & Web of Shadows.
from what the rumors are, it's a no man lands type game. with villains all controlling parts of the city
Quote from: the_ultimate_evil on December 14, 2009, 08:16:12 PM
from what the rumors are, it's a no man lands type game. with villains all controlling parts of the city
That sounds awesome, I hope it is something like that.
Man...I've still got to get the first one! I would LOVE to see a Batman game with a decent Batmobile section. Having an open city (relatively speaking) to run around in would finally give them a chance to do that. What I REALLY want is a Spider-Man 2-esq Batman game....but anything by these guys would be good.
Quote from: BentonGrey on December 15, 2009, 09:15:29 PM
Man...I've still got to get the first one! I would LOVE to see a Batman game with a decent Batmobile section. Having an open city (relatively speaking) to run around in would finally give them a chance to do that. What I REALLY want is a Spider-Man 2-esq Batman game....but anything by these guys would be good.
You and me both. That would be my dream game. I guess I need to get around to picking up the first too.
Quote from: the_ultimate_evil on December 14, 2009, 08:16:12 PM
from what the rumors are, it's a no man lands type game. with villains all controlling parts of the city
That is the perfect inspiration for a videogame! Fantastic news!
GT Pop-Block: Batman: Arkham Asylum Sequel Trailer (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/gt-pop-block-batman-arkham/60076)
Break down of the trailer for hidden easter eggs.
I can't take it anymore. I'm buying a new PC just for this game!
Two Voice Actors Out Arkham Asylum 2 Villains (http://kotaku.com/5520444/two-voice-actors-out-arkham-asylum-2-villainsTwo%20Voice%20Actors%20Out%20Arkham%20Asylum%202%20Villains)
Its a shame they didn't hire the VAs from B:TAS.
'Batman: Arkham Asylum 2' Teased In WB URL Registrations (http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2010/07/12/batman-arkham-asylum-2-teased-in-wb-url-registrations/)
Quotehttp://whois.domaintools.com/arkhamcity.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmanarkhamcity.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmanashesofgotham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmanbrokenground.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmannewarkham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmangranddelusion.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmanriseofarkham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmansiegeofgotham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/batmanstateofvillainy.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/cityofarkham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/closearkhamcity.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/peopleforgotham.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/stopmayorsharp.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/waringothamcity.com
http://whois.domaintools.com/wheresbrucewayne.com
I like Ashes of Gotham
Its official, the game is called Arkham City! I like the GI cover.
http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2010/08/05/september-cover-revealed-batman-arkham-city.aspx
*looks at covers*
Hmmm... I wonder if catwoman will be in this one?
Man, I still have to get the first one! :P
You really ought to. I underestimated the awesomeness that was the first game until I bought it and tried it for myself. It's the perfect Batman game, IMO and stars my favorite Batman/Joker voice actors.
http://www.batmanarkhamcity.com/
Site is up or updated
Benton... given your love of btas, the fact that you haven't at least tried out AA is depressing... the game really captures so much of what the series got right, with maybe a bit more darkness because Joker is allowed to kill people.
I don't like the title all that much, but i really am excited about this!
I loved the first game, it might be my definitive Batman experience.
With the new game being set in Gotham I hope they work in some more of the Bat-family, like Nightwing, Robin, and Batgirl, even if they are just cameos.
Quote from: Tomato on August 06, 2010, 01:43:48 AM
Benton... given your love of btas, the fact that you haven't at least tried out AA is depressing... the game really captures so much of what the series got right, with maybe a bit more darkness because Joker is allowed to kill people.
I'm afraid, gentlemen, that it has everything to do with funds and nothing to do with inclination. I've really wanted to get this game, simply haven't managed to afford it. It is at the top of my list, however. I imagine I'm more enthusiastic about good Batman games than most. :)
Omgggg so psyched. Arkham Asylum was one of my favorite video game experiences in a LONG time and arguably one of my very favorite superhero videogame experiences. It just felt so RIGHT.
Now it seems like this is gonna be even MORE right. gimmegimmegimmegimmegimmee. :wub:
I'm just hoping for more Riddler. *crosses fingers* -one of my favorite characters in all of comicdom. ^_^
Lots more info
http://arkhamcity.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=26
Secret room in the first game revealed! Gotta try this when i get home
http://gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2010/08/09/arkham-asylums-secret-room.aspx
First look at Two Face and Catwoman
http://www.arkhamcity.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=20
Graphics looks awesome!
And it comes out next year! I can't wait that long!!
Sounds pretty good. Though I'm going to miss talking to Oracle, I hope she does show up.
It said she's missing, so I'm guessing finding her will be part of the plot.
I'd trade Oracle for Alfred any day.
Alfred talking in your ear the whole time? Friggin' perfection. :wub:
I rather have both :D
Oracle works better in the capacity she had in the first game, looking up information for Bruce while he's on the job. I'd work in Alfred in a role that fits his strengths too.
I hope we actually get to meet the characters this time rather than just hearing them. Like meeting Alfred when Bruce is at the Batcave, and if Oracle has been captured then rescuing her at some point in the game.
Quote- Rocksteady not talking about multiplayer plans yet
If they do, a cool one would be playing as a bunch of thugs trying to capture/ escape from Batman
It's already been confirmed that Robin's been in this one, so speculation is that you'll be able to play Robin in coop multiplayer.
Quote from: catwhowalksbyhimself on August 12, 2010, 10:33:34 PM
It's already been confirmed that Robin's been in this one
That's great. I hadn't heard that yet.
I'm hoping for full campaign co-op this time around. I would love to see them have a character selection screen of the Batman family to choose from. Having your choice of Batman, Robin/Red Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl/Batwoman, and Huntress to play through the game would be pretty sweet. Wishful thinking though. :P
If we can have wishful thinking, I'm hoping for more Batsuits this time around. I loooove being able to select multiple costumes. Hell, if each one gave you different stats and abilities, that would be even better...
Sorry, but no on the Batsuits. Reminds me of the Batman Toys or Bats from the 60's
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 13, 2010, 08:11:26 PM
Sorry, but no on the Batsuits. Reminds me of the Batman Toys or Bats from the 60's
actually, it could be interesting if done right.
the golden age batsuit. (Grey with the small bat emblem. the cowl with ears that pointed somewhat at an angle)
the grey suit with the blue cape, cowl, gloves and boots and yellow oval with black bat on it.. (believe its from the 60s/70s era).
black suit with yellow and black emblem (the 1998 bat suit essentially)
the suit black emblem. blue cape, cowl, gloves boots (believe its the current but may not be)
the TAS (complete with the overly jagged, almost box looking lines)
the batman begins and TDK suits
the suit from the first game (which is slightly battledamaged but is otherwise the same grey suit with black emblem.)
and the armored suit from the first game
now rather or now those suits should have special abilities... preferably not though you might could argue that some of the costumes would have an armor or health bonus of some sort.
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on August 14, 2010, 05:56:13 AM
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 13, 2010, 08:11:26 PM
Sorry, but no on the Batsuits. Reminds me of the Batman Toys or Bats from the 60's
actually, it could be interesting if done right.
the golden age batsuit. (Grey with the small bat emblem. the cowl with ears that pointed somewhat at an angle)
the grey suit with the blue cape, cowl, gloves and boots and yellow oval with black bat on it.. (believe its from the 60s/70s era).
black suit with yellow and black emblem (the 1998 bat suit essentially)
the suit black emblem. blue cape, cowl, gloves boots (believe its the current but may not be)
the TAS (complete with the overly jagged, almost box looking lines)
the batman begins and TDK suits
the suit from the first game (which is slightly battledamaged but is otherwise the same grey suit with black emblem.)
and the armored suit from the first game
now rather or now those suits should have special abilities... preferably not though you might could argue that some of the costumes would have an armor or health bonus of some sort.
Okay, maybe as add-ons, nothing too serious like "You need this suit to complete this mission" type stuff. Also I remember the demo for the first game somebody added a text mod so you could change his outfits.
Quote from: JeyNyce on August 16, 2010, 01:50:28 PM
Okay, maybe as add-ons, nothing too serious like "You need this suit to complete this mission" type stuff. Also I remember the demo for the first game somebody added a text mod so you could change his outfits.
Like I said, if done right. The "you need this suit to complete this mission" type stuff is not doing it right nor does it fit with the game. I think the alternate skins in the challenge mode would be great though. And it might make sense if they added a multiplayer too. However, I am cringing at the thought of any kind of "multiplayer" mode in this game. I could be wrong but I just don't think it would do anything except kill the game. There are better things they could focus on.
Picked up the new Game Informer and I'm VERY EXCITED for this game! Has anybody else picked it up?
Update:
http://arkhamcity.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=262
Awesome, although Catwoman would be nice, I`d rather have Robin or Nightwing instead.
I'm going to be disappointed if Nightwing and Robin aren't in the game to some degree. I was disappointed when the first game didn't have bios for either of them or other prominent Bat characters like Batgirl and Spoiler.
I'd love a classic version of the Bat family to show up...which isn't going to happen...but I hope that if they DO put in Nightwing (which seems girmly inevitable to me), I at least won't be forced to use or interact with the character. I do really hope that you can team up with Robin, though. I can always just pretend it's the real Robin. ;)
Quote from: BentonGrey on September 01, 2010, 08:40:40 PMI can always just pretend it's the real Robin. ;)
You mean Tim right ;)
Quote from: Podmark on September 01, 2010, 08:45:10 PM
Quote from: BentonGrey on September 01, 2010, 08:40:40 PMI can always just pretend it's the real Robin. ;)
You mean Tim right ;)
Silly Pod, can't tell the difference between Dick and Tim...
Arkham City Screenshots (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/106516-batman-arkham-city-screenshots)
Catwoman & Harley pics are awesome. :wub:
Quote from: BentonGrey on September 01, 2010, 08:46:57 PM
Quote from: Podmark on September 01, 2010, 08:45:10 PM
Quote from: BentonGrey on September 01, 2010, 08:40:40 PMI can always just pretend it's the real Robin. ;)
You mean Tim right ;)
Silly Pod, can't tell the difference between Dick and Tim...
I could have said Jason or Stephanie :P
Quote from: Midnite on September 01, 2010, 08:48:35 PM
Arkham City Screenshots (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/106516-batman-arkham-city-screenshots)
Catwoman & Harley pics are awesome. :wub:
Sweet find! This game looks great.
Not totally sold on Harley's look, it's the face. I saw a pic from the back of her that made me think she looked like Sin in Brubaker's Cap and the front holds up to that belief.
Batman: Arkham City wallpapers. (http://gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2010/08/27/batman-arkham-city-wallpapers-for-everyone.aspx)
Urg...alright, I get why Harley looked weird in the first one. She was in the asylum and was making due with what she had...but that's just terrible. Catwoman looks alright, though I have always hated the look with her shirt practically completely open. It just looks a bit too ridiculous. Two Face looks cool.
Overall, good stuff... I have to add myself to the "meh" crowd on Harley though. I think it's far better than the nurse garbage she had last game, but it's still too "biker chick," which is made worse against the perfect version of Joker they put together.
In all honesty, her AC design reminds me a lot of the fan-made Harley posters that came out just after TDK was released... especially with the TDK style eye shadow doing on.
Personally, I love the character design. Love the outfit. Love the look of the character.
Just...
not...
for...
HARLEY...
It's taking the name "Harley" a little too literal and leaving off the Quinn part.
I would have been okay with Harley's if she would have kept the mask. That's what throwing it off for me, she needs her mask on.
Quote from: BentonGrey on September 01, 2010, 09:12:21 PM
Urg...alright, I get why Harley looked weird in the first one. She was in the asylum and was making due with what she had...but that's just terrible. Catwoman looks alright, though I have always hated the look with her shirt practically completely open. It just looks a bit too ridiculous. Two Face looks cool.
I feel the same way. Catwoman (or any of these female heroes/anti-heroes/villains) just lose so much credibility when it looks like their sole purpose in the story is to capitalize on the "sex sells" angle. My favorite version of Catwoman is the original Batman: The Animated Series design. She had a very powerful allure over Batman, but it was more of a classy vibe than some of the more recent portrayals.
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on September 02, 2010, 04:26:53 PM
Personally, I love the character design. Love the outfit. Love the look of the character.
Just...
not...
for...
HARLEY...
It's taking the name "Harley" a little too literal and leaving off the Quinn part.
Again, VERY well put. I miss that classic Paul Dini look!
this is coming from one fo the biggest harley fans, i don't mind the look. it's not as flamboyant as the first one which is good, to me it shows she's gone off the deep end and embraced the whole urban aspect of the game.
would i preferred the classic look, yes but its not as bad as it could have been.
Arkham City Done, Devs Have a Year to Polish (http://xbox360.gamespy.com/xbox-360/batman-arkham-asylum-2/1118292p1.html)
Love how Rocksteady Studios, is taking their time with the game. :thumbup:
Well that is impressive. A year to polish makes me think this could be one awesome game. And I consider the first to be near perfect.
Forget Poland, when's it come out in American?
Also, Harley's original costume is awesome, why change it? Surely people can play a game without seeing tops of two characters boobs vs one? I don't like the new look at all.
The alleged reason I heard for Harley's costume makes the costume make all the less sense.
Spoiler
For some reason in game, she supposedly allies herself with Two-Face.
To be honest with you all, theres not a lot I trust about the revealed storyline so far. It seems just a little too senseless or tenuous in places.
However, I won't miss this up. I'm probably wrong and if its anything like the first one (which it will be) then it will be an awesome game plot notwithstanding.
Update from PC Gamer:
QuoteIf there's one thing that Batman loves to do, it's hang a thug upside down and scream at him until his spirit breaks. Rocksteady have revealed that in Batman: Arkham City, you'll be able interrogate your foes for leads. Not only that, but the Riddler's back, and he's smarmier than ever.
Yes, The Riddler will return for the sequel to Rocksteady's superb Batman: Arkham Asylum, and he's in top taunting form. As with the first game, he'll be setting Batman exploration challenges and indulging his old habit of getting in touch with Batman directly to gloat and give him puzzles to solve. He has learned a few lessons from the first game, though, the most important one being "don't accidentally tell Batman where you are."
This time the Riddler keeping his most important secrets among a close-knit circle of friends. What he forgets is that Batman is the greatest detective in the world. The Dark Knight can scan groups of thugs, pinpoint likely informants and then swoop in and bat-punch everyone except his target, gaining some alone time with which to politely persuade his victim to spill the beans.
Arkham City will take place in a portion of Gotham that has been sealed off and given over to the gangs and psychos previously locked up in Arkham Asylum. Harley Quinn will be making a return for the sequel along with new characters, Catwoman and Two-Face. We've got a while to wait and see what part they have to play, as the game's scheduled for release in Autumn 2011.
Update: Bullet Time
http://arkhamcity.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=803&p=16336#p16336
If those features are true. That's pretty sweet, Devs are taking it up a notch. :thumbup:
I'd say about 10 notches.
I can already tell this is going to be a winner for us Superhero fans :blink:
One (funny) thing I've heard about Harleys costume changes for Arkham Asylum and City: they are pandering to cosplayers who wanted something simpler to put together and sexier.
:rolleyes:
Quote from: lugaru on November 10, 2010, 02:50:16 PM
One (funny) thing I've heard about Harleys costume changes for Arkham Asylum and City: they are pandering to cosplayers who wanted something simpler to put together and sexier.
:rolleyes:
So, it's all for the nrrd grrls? I can support that . . .
Games TM article
QuoteRocksteady's Sefton Hill sits down with the guys from GamesTM and discusses boss battles, vehicles and a certain side-kick.
"When we started out on Arkham Asylum, our two real touchstones were to make a game that was as authentic as possible, and also a game that was great fun to, and to combine these two things. And out priorities are the same for Arkham City"
"Every decision we make here is based around Batman, and what Batman would do in the situation: does the game totally reflect who Batman is? Also, coming in to Arkham City, we wanted to make the same step up that we made with Arkham Asylum. We wanted to challenge ourselves. Internally, we wanted to make that same step up again, and the big thing we wanted improve really was this wish-fulfillment of being Batman on the streets of Gotham. How does it feel to glide through the streets of Gotham, taking on supervillains? That's the thing that got us excited."
"As a studio we're not really driven by doing technology for the sake of it. We are a gameplay studio, so our first goal was always to ask how we can release a better Batman game. It's always about our desire to make a better Batman experience."
Sefton Hill on vehicles
"This is a funny one. There aren't any playable vehicles in the game because what we've really focused on is Batman himself. We see him as the ultimate vehicles, if you like. Our drive has been to focus on Batman's ability to get around. Obviously, you're now in a much more expansive play area than you were in the first game, so a part of our development has been expanding Batman's navigational abilities, adding different ways to glide around, new ways to use the grapple-boost from the top of buildings. That's been a massive part of development, to give wish-fulfillment of feeling what it's like to be Batman inside the district of Gotham City. Our focus was to expand Batman as a character rather than give you lots of different vehicles to go in."
Sefton Hill on combat
"We're not trying to completely revise the system because we had a lot of positive feedback from people who played the first game, and something that we wanted to do was create a system that was easy for people to get into but still had that depth to it. We wanted to expand and build upon that system, and make the second iteration of Freeflow rather than make a complete new combat system. So it will definitely be building on the sold structure that's already there."
"We're adding a whole load of new moves for Batman. We have beatdown, which is the ability to do a quick, focussed attack on an enemy without knocking him down; we have environment counters where you can smash enemies into walls; we have combo counters where enemies can attack multiple times in one movie, multiple enemies can attack at once and you can take them down; you can do aerial attacks where you flip up off enemies into other enemies; you can do projectile counters where you parry thrown objects back at enemies. So we're really expanding the number of moves that the player can do, but still building on the core system of 'strike, counter, stun, evade' that we had in the first game. As well as that, we're also allowing the player to combo in all their gadgets. Something we didn't do completely in the first game was to totally integrate the different gadgets that you have into the Freeflow system."
Sefton Hill on factions
"The different criminal factions are really interesting. When all of these people escaped from Arkham Asylum, you would think that it would leave to chaos, but what actually happened was that order formed as the Joker managed to recruit a number of inmates to follow him. It's the same with Two Face and other characters within Arkham City. So the way it will work primarily is the that all these people will be working to support their own boss and their own criminal supervillain that leads them. But the player's actions in the main story events will affect that. You'll definitely see Batman and the player's actions really affect Arkham City, and the structure and hierarchy of the gangs. That;s something that we though was really important."
Sefton Hill on side-quests
"One of the key things we wanted to do more of was the idea of taking in optional side-stories as you play through the game. That;s a big new element of Arkham City, that while you do have the main narrative you also have these optional side-quests which feature different villains who have been locked up inside Arkham City. We tell their story, how they got there and how Batman interacts with the. How different people - for example Zsasz - how would he react when locked up here, and how Batman would interact with him? You can jump into those quests if you want to find out more about the world, as well as earn extra XP and upgrade rewards when doing so."
Sefton Hill on Villains
"We're really spoilt. We're the cliched kid in the candy shop because there are so many great villains to choose from. But the story and characters are so important to us, that instead of picking villains we want to put in simply because we like them, we're asking ourselves what is the best and most interesting story we can tell, and we're picking villains who can challenge Batman and give the best dramatic beats for that story. It's a great position to be in because we've got such a great Rogues' Gallery, and that's why we're no introducing our own characters. Once we'd got a story and framework in place, we look at which villains can challenge Batman based around that story."
"We are making the game for Batman fans, but also as a great introduction to Batman for those people who aren't familiar with every aspect of the universe. We always provide the bios for every character and, when we introduce them, we always make sure that the player understands who they are, what motivates and differentiates them. That's something that we're always very mindful of, and we do a lot of testing just in case. We're not just throwing a lot of faces at the player without them understanding who they are. They motivation behind these characters is so important to is that we'll always spend a lot of time focusing on those elements. We're not just trying to squeeze as many characters as we can into the game; we're picking the ones that will tell the best story. Each of those characters will be there for a reason."
Sefton Hill on boss battles
"Boss battles were interesting in Arkham Asylum. They were started quite late in development, so the first thing we wanted to do for Arkham City was to start them really early in production. Our focus this time is that each of these villains is going to try and challenge Batman in the way that they're strongest. Batman is a great all-rounder, but these people are going to use what it is that makes them special, and use those abilities to take Batman down. So the main thing in terms of how we're going to develop these, in terms of production, is that we're spending a much greater proportion of our time on them. We've got some great boss fights lined up and some really surprising ones too."
"Since everyone's inside Arkham City is technically already incarcerated, Batman can't really arrest people and lock them up. So that creates an interesting dynamic between Batman and the villains. There are some friendly people there that you'll have to help, such as the triage group that;s in there offering medical support to people, but at the same time there are also people in there who have their own agenda, and there are some fragile alliances that Batman will have to form in order to get through the night and survive. There will be some people in there whose objectives might temporarily line up with those of Batman,, so I think there's an interesting dynamic there."
Sefton Hill on Robin
"Yeah, I think you definitely can. There's a checkered past for him, but I really feel that some of the latest iterations of the character in the comic book universe are really interesting and exciting. I don't really want to say much more than that, but I definitely feel that, if ind right, he can be a fascinating character."
Sefton Hill on Batman
"You never saw Bruce Wayne himself in the first game but I do feel that we still touched on his character, and that's also something we'd like to develop for Arkham City, it's something we'd like to develop for Arkham City. It's really important to us that we let the player feel the drive, motivation and origins of what makes Batman who he is. For us, that's what Bruce Wayne needs. It's not about being this unstoppable fighting machine; it's about understanding why he's doing this, and what his limits are. There are obviously a lot of things we did in the first game to show that psychological aspect of Batman, and show who this man behind the mask is. That;s something that we'll continue in the game because it's something that really interests us. It differentiates Batman as a character."
GamesTM issue 103, featuring a Batman: Arkham City cover story is available on the app store and all good UK retailers.
^^^I...I think im in love. :wub:
Batman Arkham City trailer airing on Spike Video Game Awards this Friday.
Also the teaser trailer airs tomorrow from MSN UK Tech&Gadgets.
http://twitter.com/msntech
(http://imgur.com/BLKPt.png)
The teaser will be shown at the following times:
UK: 2:00pm
EST: 11:00am
PST: 8:00am
VGA 10: Exclusive Hugo Strange Reveal Trailer HD (http://www.gametrailers.com/video/vga-10-batman-arkham/708342)
Now that's a trailer! Looks amazing.
Must Buy This Game......
Clearly a cinematic rather than game footage, but the story teaser is quite cool. I was never going to NOT buy this game, but I am very excited for it now!
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on December 12, 2010, 02:23:53 PM
Clearly a cinematic rather than game footage, but the story teaser is quite cool. I was never going to NOT buy this game, but I am very excited for it now!
Cinematic preview trailers have always been a pet peeve of mine since it shows absolutley nothing about gameplay. However, this is a sequel to one of the coolest superhero games ever made...I can let it slide. :P
Just think. In 5-10 years time the cinematic movies of today will be the actual gameplay graphics. :wacko:
Quote from: Courtnall6 on December 13, 2010, 04:37:30 AM
Just think. In 5-10 years time the cinematic movies of today will be the actual gameplay graphics. :wacko:
well i think the uncharted 3 previewis all in-game graphics... maybe i read that on kotaku
I hope Nolan sees this and maybe use Hugo in the next Batman movie
Quote from: JeyNyce on December 13, 2010, 02:08:09 PM
I hope Nolan sees this and maybe use Hugo in the next Batman movie
There are rumors floating around to that effect.
:blink:is christopher lee doing hugo strange's voice? or is hugo strange doing a christopher lee - voice?
Sorry Guys, No multiplayer:
http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/02/15/batman-arkham-city-wont-have-multiplayer/
I'm okay with that, I'm mostly a solo player anyway. A co-op campaign might have been cool though.
It would have been totally rad to play as other Bat-Family in this game, I think.
But, if no co-op (which I probably wouldn't use) means a better single player, then I'm all for it.
This game is the reason I bought a PS3.
Major Updates:
Pre-order from Best Buy and get Robin in the game
Catwoman is playable
Riddler, Mr Freeze, Penguin, Solomon Grundy, Bane are in the game Bane helps you
Depending on where you live in the world, if you pre-order you can get a crapload of skins in the game
A statue comes with the collector edition and the Gotham Knights DVD ($100)
This game is going to be way bigger than Arkham Asylum!
I will start posting links soon.
edit: http://www.pcgamer.com/?s=arkham+city
Preordered it about a month ago, from Best Buy so yay Robin! Really looking forward to this game. The first one competes for my favorite game ever, it's just about perfect.
Huh... I've been looking at the pre-order bonuses, and I'm surprised Benton isn't in here singing the praises of one of the pre-order costumes.
I'm PROBABLY going to get the Best Buy pre-order, but I'll wait another month for them to nail down what pre-orders go where.
Ehh? I can only assume you're talking about the Animated Series skin for Batman...and while that show is the best of all Bat-Worlds, I've never been particularly fond of the Timm art style. The only one of those skins that I'd be moderately interested in is the classic blue and gray one, and I'd be more interested in that one if it were black and gray. So...ehh. I would like to be able to play as Robin, though. It's a shame it isn't Dick Grayson, but if they don't make too big a deal of it being Tim, I can always just pretend. ^_^
I actually find the Tim Verse skin looks really silly beside all the realistic looking ones. The one I wanted was the Earth One skin, mostly because I thought it was the Batman Inc one at first.
I'm kinda disappointed they didn't make a skin for Dick's costume, or the previous modern Batman costume. The black and grey one with the pouches and black bat logo. The Dark Knight design is close but it's not the same.
Quote from: Podmark on August 20, 2011, 04:36:43 PM
I actually find the Tim Verse skin looks really silly beside all the realistic looking ones. The one I wanted was the Earth One skin, mostly because I thought it was the Batman Inc one at first.
I'm kinda disappointed they didn't make a skin for Dick's costume, or the previous modern Batman costume. The black and grey one with the pouches and black bat logo. The Dark Knight design is close but it's not the same.
Exactly Pod. The Timm-verse one just looks goofy.
Honestly, I wasn't impressed with any of the ones we've seen... the ones I'd be more willing to play generally would take me out of the game experience. I'd be much more likely to pick up something more modern (either one of Bruce's post-Batman Inc costumes, Dick's Batman costume) unique (Sinestro Corps Batman) or something based on the non-stupid movies (Batman & Returns, or Begins & TDK). The ones I've seen are almost too... generic.
While I wouldn't be interested in all of the ones 'Mato mentioned, I do agree that the ones they have just don't imperss me. I'd settle for just a nice, classic comic version that wasn't bright blue. :P
I am soooo getting the classic blue/gray Batman! :cool:
Now if only they would release classic models and skins of everyone else in the game to match...it would be perfect! :P
I believe that the Robin comes with the Red Robin skin and that the CE comes with the Dark Knight Returns movie skin.
Robin skins for Arkham City have been revealed. (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=34024)
TAS, Tim's Red Robin costume, and I think the last one is the standard Robin in Arkham City.
Again the TAS one looks silly beside the rest, and the Red Robin skin looks too bulky but otherwise pretty good.
I don't care much for the hooded Robin...but I'm down for Red Robin(despite being incorrect from the belt down). To me, it's possibly the best costume design in comics within the last 20 years. :cool:
Quote from: Courtnall6 on August 23, 2011, 01:18:22 AM
I don't care much for the hooded Robin...but I'm down for Red Robin(despite being incorrect from the belt down). To me, it's possibly the best costume design in comics within the last 20 years. :cool:
I'll second that. Yeah, the hooded Robin just looks pretty terrible to me....like a thrown together Halloween costume. I wish they had just done game-style versions of the TAS costumes. They would just look way too weird to play with.
After seeing both a Robin and a Batman in TAS style, I wonder if there's maybe going to be some challenge maps where everything is in TAS style.
Just a thought.
"We could both actually die here tonight!" trailer (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfsXdl2IsX8)
So glad you're back Middy. You always get the freshest Batman updates. It's just around the corner!
Quote from: Uncle Yuan on September 25, 2011, 12:50:17 PM
So glad you're back Middy. You always get the freshest Batman updates. It's just around the corner!
Glad to be back! :D
:spoiler:
Spoiler
Batman Arkham City - Deadshot first reveal (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aA63hv-07s)
Well it looks like we've got another playable character coming up: Nightwing! (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=34702)
I normally don't get paid DLC but I could see myself picking this up! Now if they'd just announce a Batgirl pack I'll be one happy gamer.
Well, I'm glad for you Pod, but I do say: "Bah!" :P
Well at least they have a cool explanation as to why Deadshot has such an ugly redesign. :cool:
The 3rd game in this series reeeeeaaaaallllyy needs to have a campaign co-op option.
NightWing!!! (http://www.oxmonline.com/nightwing-revealed-fourth-playable-character-arkham-city)
Woot! Awesome sauce!
New screens of Nightwing
http://arkhamcity.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=5763
Kinda cool, they took his classic look, and just made a bit more detailed, like they did with Bats
Looks cool...not a fan of the hair so far. A little too "New Dante".
I'm glad they went with a version of that costume. Not huge on his face or hair though.
Batman Arkham City- Pre Order Now with Hugo Strange voice over (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2SsTQpVV7g)
Batman Arkham City new gameplay video PS3 6:50mins (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6AI604VXqE)
RE: Nightwing
Mmmmm... Like the head shots, would like to see a full body shot though. The sketches do give me an idea of the costume, but actual renders often make a difference.
Robin gameplay (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kwJQ_HJc-0&feature=player_embedded)
Mad Hatter & Poison Ivy (http://www.pcgamer.com/2011/10/05/batman-arkham-city-rogues-gallery-grows-mad-hatter-and-poison-ivy-spotted-also-nightwing/)
Nice find Midnite, I've been waiting to see some Robin footage. Funny that it's available from Gamestop now.
Quote from: Podmark on October 06, 2011, 04:45:19 AM
Nice find Midnite, I've been waiting to see some Robin footage. Funny that it's available from Gamestop now.
That what they say, but if you go to the site, it has the Batman TAS skin as a bonus. The Robin skin was suppose to be a Best Buy only. But like all games, give it a few weeks and you'll be able to buy all the skins as DLC
Robin and Nightwing have both been confirmed as available DLC for people who can't get them in pre-order deals. I'm glad to hear it, as I'm still a little bitter that the Joker was never available on Xbox with the first one. Stupid console exclusives....
Quote from: Talavar on October 11, 2011, 03:50:14 PM
Robin and Nightwing have both been confirmed as available DLC for people who can't get them in pre-order deals. I'm glad to hear it, as I'm still a little bitter that the Joker was never available on Xbox with the first one. Stupid console exclusives....
Yeah, I was ecstatic to hear that. :thumbup:
Plus, on a completely arbitrary (BUT AWESOME) note, Nightwing has his fingerstripes! :D
(I always loved that tiny costume detail....)
- :cardmaster
Robin pack $6.99 12th of November
Batman Skins pack $4.99 on 6th of December
Interesting prices.
Reviews are popping up, so far the lowest I've seen is 9/10. I can't wait for Tuesday to get here.
Arrrghhh whhhhyyyy isn't it out yet?! I wanna play nowwwww! [/Veruca Salt]
- :cardmaster
Source link (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=286919527994178&set=a.285278328158298.76269.130554466964019&type=1&theater)
:wub:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/305103_286919527994178_130554466964019_1199989_2064082912_n.jpg)
Something to go with the game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97x1j4EAzJA&feature=related
Unboxing of the CE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akgEBT-sYsk
Then there's this awesomely funny ad.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtoP-37u5So
Quote from: Midnite on October 12, 2011, 10:54:12 PM
Robin pack $6.99 12th of November
Batman Skins pack $4.99 on 6th of December
Wow. Why so late on the skins pack? Anyone who bought it on release day will have finished it by then. I was hoping to start early in the game with the classic Batman skin. <_<
Batman: Arkham City 'Combat Map: Blind Justice (1970s Batsuit) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MpO0JhUD-g&feature=player_embedded)
Quote from: Midnite on October 16, 2011, 03:27:58 AM
Batman: Arkham City 'Combat Map: Blind Justice (1970s Batsuit) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MpO0JhUD-g&feature=player_embedded)
I must say I'm quite impressed with how good the 70s suit looks in game. I thought it (and most of the other skins) would look badly out of place.
Ok... so whats the the rundown on all the deals with the pre-order goodies? Who gets what?
I just bought Green Lantern on Blu-Ray. It comes with a code to unlock the Sinestro Corps Batman skin.
Wow, a costume I actually wanted. Win.
Quote from: RTTingle on October 16, 2011, 10:08:38 PM
Ok... so whats the the rundown on all the deals with the pre-order goodies? Who gets what?
QuoteWhere to pre-order : Announced list! **VERSION 3 INC STEELBOOKS**
Hi,
Confused about where to pre-order? Check this list!
If your country is not listed it means we simply haven't confirmed the retailer yet.
WE HAVE NOT ANNOUNCED ALL RETAILERS FOR ALL REGIONS. So please don't ask about your region as I simply can't answer yet.
ROBIN
GERMANY -AMAZON
FRANCE- MICROMANIA
HOLLAND - GAMEMANIA
BELGUIM - GAMEMANIA AND SMARTOYS
ITALY - GAMESTOP
NORDICS- GAMESTOP
NORTH AMERICA - BESTBUY
CANADA - BEST BUY
AUSTRALIA - JB HIFI
MEXICO - GAMERUSH
SCANDINAVIAN TERRITORIES- Gamestop
ROBIN ANIMATED SERIES SKIN
Scandinavian Territories- Gamestop
BATMAN 1970S SKIN
UK- SHOPTONET
FRANCE- AMAZON
ITALY- FNAC
AUSTRALIA - EB GAMES
MEXICO - GAMERS PARADISE
JOKER DLC MAP (CARNIVAL)
GERMANY - MEDIA MARKT
FRANCE - GAME
HOLLAND AND BELGIUM - FREE RECORD SHOP
ITALY - MEDIA MARKET
US - GAMESTOP
AUSTRALIA - EB GAMES
CANADA- GAMESTOP
ANIMATED SERIES SKIN
GERMANY - SATURN
FRANCE- CASINO
HOLLAND- BART SMIT
BELGIUM - FNAC
ITALY- FELTRINELLI
AUSTRALIA - JB HIFI
BATMAN BEYOND SKIN
UK - GAMESTOP
GERMANY - MULLER GE PLAYART AUSTRIA
FRANCE- AUCHAN
HOLLAND- MICROMEDIA
BELIGUM - HORELEC
ITALY- OPENGAMES
AUSTRALIA - GAME
MEXICO - GAMERS RETAIL
BATMAN YEAR ONE SKIN
GERMANY - EXPERT
FRANCE - FNAC
BELGIUM - DREAMLAND COLRUYT
ITALY- BLOCKBUSTER
BATMAN EARTH ONE SKIN
GERMANY- GAMESTOP
FRANCE- JEUX VIDEO & CO
HOLLAND- GAMEWORLD
BELGIUM- BEMS
ITALY - CIDIVERTE
AUSTRALIA - JB HIFI
US
AMAZON - $10 Amazon credit and Arkham City Comic (print version of the 5 digital comics)
WALMART- $ 10 egift card
UK
HMV - Ltd Edition Lenticular Sleeve, Prequel Comic and Tshirt
STEELBOOKS
BLOCKBUSTER- Penguin Steelbook
SHOPTONET / PROPELGAMER - Two Face Steelbook
EB GAMES (AU) - Joker Steelbook (also includes Jokers carnival, Red Hood DVD and Batman 1970s Skin)
I will update this list as more retailers get announced.
SarahMay
The 1970s skin is allegedly a bonus for Toy R Us pre-orders.
Also, have not confirmed this but Nightwing and Robin are also available at Gamestop under "certain circumstances". I have been told that the codes are being made available to members of their "bonus rewards" program. This pertains to both New and Used copies and is due to some sort of agreement with Warner Brothers.
I personally am curious to see if anything besides the stated CE bonuses comes with my mine. I order mine from an independent gaming retailer.
Catwoman in her BTAS costume (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46d60h14AEo&feature=player_embedded)
From the grapevine I hear Gamestop is selling the Robin/Nightwing DLC and Batman skins codes, but the codes won't activate until Nov/Dec. By the way, if you pick up a NOS energy drink you get the Batman Beyond skin.
Batman Beyond in action (http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/120/1200927p1.html)
so, got arkham city today. I'd let you know how that's going, but APPARENTLY even though it's only been out a day I need to upgrade it to version 1.01. Like... really? grah.
On the upside, I'm fairly stacked on bonus content. Got Catwoman pack(general preorder add-in I'm assuming?), robin pack, and sinestro corps costume.
Quote from: Tomato on October 18, 2011, 11:05:59 PM
On the upside, I'm fairly stacked on bonus content. Got Catwoman pack(general preorder add-in I'm assuming?), robin pack, and sinestro corps costume.
Catwoman content is included with all new copies. It's a anti-used game policy.
Sadly my copy has yet to ship.
There was a problem earlier today with the Robin DLC, but it was fixed. I'm loving this game! It's so much bigger than AA.
This game is aces.
I've only played for about an hour and I've met quite a few character in the game already; one was a major surprise. Looking forward to seeing who else just may pop up. The map really is huge, too. The Catwoman gameplay moments were really fun, too. I love how they handled her fighting style, it's perfect.
There are a lot of characters in this game that you will run into. I don't know how RockSteady can top this.
Quote from: Podmark on October 18, 2011, 11:56:30 PM
Quote from: Tomato on October 18, 2011, 11:05:59 PM
On the upside, I'm fairly stacked on bonus content. Got Catwoman pack(general preorder add-in I'm assuming?), robin pack, and sinestro corps costume.
Catwoman content is included with all new copies. It's a anti-used game policy.
Sadly my copy has yet to ship.
Anti-used game policy unless its GameStop from what I have heard. GameStop is being given codes to give out to their bonus club members rather the game is new or used. And not just the Catwoman DLC but the Robin and Nightwing too in some stores from what I have heard. :(
That said, love the game. I am nearly at the end of the main quest (I think) and the game is much harder in a lot of areas. (I've not really tackled the Riddler's stuff with the exception of the first hostage.
Spoiler
As for how I have played this much, don't ask. I won't tell.
I still HATE the challenge modes. It is my least favorite thing about the game just as the challenge mode was my least favorite thing about Arkham Asylum.
Who was the "surprise appearance" you mentioned, Laughing Paradox?
Picked it up and have been playing for about three hours tonight. Really fantastic game as I knew it would be. Question I have for you guys. The guys in my IT class are insisting that Robin is playable in the campaign, and I am insisting that he is available in challenge maps only. Who is right?
Challenge maps only. Bats & Cat are the only ones you can play in the campaign
Robin skins in action
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p91NwmqZ3VQ&feature=player_embedded
DKR in action
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eVc-S96VKc&feature=relmfu
Gamefaqs has (had) a couple of phony achievements posted for Robin on their site. Those two fake achievements falsely imply that Robin has activity in the main game. He doesn't.
However...
Spoiler
He does appear in the main story at a key moment and help you with a fight. However, he is called off by Batman and told to let the female ninjas escape. Nightwing doesn't appear in the main story.
Cool to see the skins in action there bat...but sadly ruined by the idiot commentary of the reviewer "GhostRobo."
Anyway, my game should be coming in the mail today! :)
Started playing last night and maaaan oh man is it fun zooming around as Batman... Once I started getting the hang of the gliding/dive-bombing mechanic I really started feeling the exhilaration of just getting from place to place.
I highly, highly recommend doing the first set of 'Augmented Reality Training" when you're prompted - it doesn't take that long and it gives you the Grapnel Boost which makes getting around even more fun.
- :cardmaster
Man, I want this. Why hasn't my copy shipped??????
Looking to trade PS3 Jokers Carnival for PS3 Robin DLC. ^_^
Quote from: Courtnall6 on October 20, 2011, 04:16:03 PM
Anyway, my game should be coming in the mail today! :)
Lucky man, mine was supposed to come today but it's still in Mississauga. Desperately hoping for tomorrow. No Batman for the weekend would suck so very much.
Also yesterday I order the collected prequel comic, delivery estimate has it coming in tomorrow as well, that'd be cool.
Got it! Awesome so far! I haven't played Arkham Asylum in a long while so my timing was waaaaay off during the big group fights. Using Robin is fun in the challenge modes...still not a fan with the hooded look so I just stick with the cool Red Robin instead. Catwoman is very well put together in more ways than one! :D
Yeaaaaah... If anyone needs me for the next month, I'll probably still be playing this. Been playing for the last 3 days after work and I'm only up to 20-something
Alright... beat the main quest. I've beat most of the side quests.
The Riddler stuff is driving me CRAZY! I like it!! LOL! Some of these riddles I just don't get. (to be more precise, how to solve some of these things)
The AR quest has annoyed me though.
(which ought to tell you the side quests I have not finished.)
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on October 21, 2011, 05:49:25 PM
Alright... beat the main quest. I've beat most of the side quests.
The Riddler stuff is driving me CRAZY! I like it!! LOL! Some of these riddles I just don't get. (to be more precise, how to solve some of these things)
The AR quest has annoyed me though.
(which ought to tell you the side quests I have not finished.)
you mean Zsasz quest didn't drive you crazy?
Zsasz was annoying more than it was hard. As for the AR training... I still haven't beaten them all, but I found that doing so helped prepare me for some of the main story.
Beat the main story this evening. I'm trying to get the Two Face trophy right now... if anyone knows which area it's in, I'd appreciate it.
Quote from: JeyNyce on October 22, 2011, 02:19:50 AM
you mean Zsasz quest didn't drive you crazy?
Actually, no. I did wind up waiting till I beat the main quest to do his side quest though. The Zsasz side quest just seemed LONG.
One thing that has got be a bit curious, I am still missing a few things on the unlockable abilities and I am not sure what I am missing or how to get them. :(
Oh and one thing of note on the Mysterious Watcher quest.
Spoiler
Before you finish it, throw your remote controlled batarang at him. You get an Xbox or PS3 achievement for doing so in addition to the achievement for finishing his quest.
Got it yesterday and spent all night playing it. It's fantastic. And Robin is so much fun to play. I'm only 10% through the story so plenty to go.
K. I've gotten most of what I can now (missing a few tidbits here and there, but with the Catwoman trophies in there I got enough to finish the Riddler quest) and I have to say... I thought AA was epic, but this is on a whole different scale. The designs aren't just silly looking (except for Ivy's being the same just crawled out of bed goofiness from AA, but she's not heavily involved like some of the others), the story wasn't just an excuse to drive the game forward and provide gameplay variations (Joker's master plan in aa was just bane thugs? laaaaame), the characters were all fully developed in ways I don't think we even saw in BTAS (Yes, I said it. Eat it beaches), and the ending was so epic I almost don't want another game to come in and ruin the epicness of it.
I'm taking my time with this game. I pretty much don't want it to end. Just flying around on rooftops and jumping down on thugs and beating crap out of them is just so much fun!
Quote from: JeyNyce on October 23, 2011, 01:16:03 PM
I'm taking my time with this game. I pretty much don't want it to end. Just flying around on rooftops and jumping down on thugs and beating crap out of them is just so much fun!
I'm right there with you Jey. I followed the storyline for a bit but mostly just doing what you are.
Nightwing pack coming soon - includes maps & TAS skin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJoRPeuWWpg
Sweet Nightwing trailer! :cool:
I just got a look at the PC specs and I meet the recommended specs, so I guess I know what I'll be buying in a couple of weeks.
I beat the main story last night, excellent game. I'll talk more about it after I've wrapped up all the side missions.
It's Halloween. everybody remember to go talk to Calendar Man!
I did. Also the Nightwing pack with be out tomorrow.
You guys knew that in Arkham Asylum, there were clues for Arkham City, did anybody find any clues for the next Batman game?
Spoiler
Did anybody found out about Harley Quinn? She's expecting....
Quote from: JeyNyce on October 31, 2011, 10:26:27 PM
I did. Also the Nightwing pack with be out tomorrow.
You guys knew that in Arkham Asylum, there were clues for Arkham City, did anybody find any clues for the next Batman game?
Spoiler
Did anybody found out about Harley Quinn? She's expecting....
That's not the only clue. The other is much more hidden.
Spoiler
If you open up your Cryptographic Sequencer, you can find three broadcasts from a slightly fuzzy and robotic voice saying seemingly random numbers. These numbers are actually a cipher, numeric representations of the alphabet. Two of the broadcasts are garbage, but the third one says: "9 23 9 12 12 18 5 20 21 18 14 2 1 20 13 1 14" which translates to " I WILL RETURN BATMAN".
As for The Calendar Man...
Spoiler
You can reset the clock on your Xbox while offline to each of the days specified and get the achievement too.
Nice work Mr. Hamrick :thumbup:
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on October 31, 2011, 11:09:18 PM
As for The Calendar Man...
Spoiler
You can reset the clock on your Xbox while offline to each of the days specified and get the achievement too.
That seems...unsportsmanlike, somehow.
Also, way too much work.
Quote from: bredon7777 on November 01, 2011, 01:36:59 PM
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on October 31, 2011, 11:09:18 PM
As for The Calendar Man...
Spoiler
You can reset the clock on your Xbox while offline to each of the days specified and get the achievement too.
That seems...unsportsmanlike, somehow.
Also, way too much work.
I'm mentioning it as an option in case anyone is like myself and will be out of town on Thanksgiving and not taking their Xbox. (Waiting to hear if I am starting an MTV job next week that will have me till mid-December.)
Nightwing DLC is out, and with him comes a couple more challenge maps and a Batman TAS skin. Good stuff.
Quote from: Talavar on November 01, 2011, 08:14:08 PM
Nightwing DLC is out, and with him comes a couple more challenge maps and a Batman TAS skin. Good stuff.
Debating on getting the Nightwing content but probably get it. Found out I am not getting the MTV job so... guess I am just counting the days to Skyrim.
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on October 31, 2011, 11:09:18 PM
That's not the only clue. The other is much more hidden.
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If you open up your Cryptographic Sequencer, you can find three broadcasts from a slightly fuzzy and robotic voice saying seemingly random numbers. These numbers are actually a cipher, numeric representations of the alphabet. Two of the broadcasts are garbage, but the third one says: "9 23 9 12 12 18 5 20 21 18 14 2 1 20 13 1 14" which translates to " I WILL RETURN BATMAN".
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Actually, they're just more encrypted. The one at 500,900 is just coded a bit differently (1-C, 2-B, 3-A, 4-Z, etc). I'll figure the third once I find it.
also, just heard about scarecrow's hideout. Gonna check that out as well.
And to think, I thought I was done with this game.
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Third one is super complicated, but apparently translates out to "fear will tear gotham city to shreds."
So, we've got - "I will return Batman"
"You will pay for what you did to me"
"Fear will tear Gotham City to shreds".
Given that, plus the hidden lair, looks like Scarecrow was in Arkham City after all, y/y?
I found the lair, but apparently not in time to see the poor hench-thug in it die. I also missed the pregnancy test so no mockingbird song.
Now Im gonna try to trigger the Killer Croc sighting in the sewers.
I need a little help, though
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I can't find the last location that Azrael pops up in. Nor any of the bodies for the Hush quest.
You won't be able to finish some of the side quests if you finish the game already.
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Maybe that's why you can't find Azrael, not sure about Hush. I'm looking for the bodies as well
Both of those stumped me for a bit.
Identity Theft:
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look for bodies in alley ways. There might be specific areas to check but I'm not sure. Honestly I just stumbled into most of them.
Watcher in the Wings:
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Have you checked the top of the Ferris Wheel in Joker territory? That's the one I missed, had to get a tip online to find him.
Sequel tags:
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Thanks for pointing all those out guys. I would have missed most of them. Really happy that Rocksteady already has ideas for another game.
Games Radar have a few ideas about the next possible Batman game:
**WARNING CONTAIN SPOILERS**
http://www.gamesradar.com/batman-arkham-city-easter-eggs-secrets-sequel/?page=1
If anything, it's worth it for the video on the 3rd page.
Quote from: JeyNyce on November 06, 2011, 01:42:21 PM
You won't be able to finish some of the side quests if you finish the game already.
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Maybe that's why you can't find Azrael, not sure about Hush. I'm looking for the bodies as well
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I finished all the side quests except the Mad Hatter one after the game was over actually. I missed the thing with Killer Croc though.
Got the watcher quest done.
Still cannot find another body for Identity Theft .
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Most walkthrus mention near the courthouse or Ace chemicals. Tried them both and zip.
But now I need help, again
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I went back inside the steel mill for the Mr. Freeze side mission and I cant get out! The current is too strong to get out the way I got in, and I cannot find another exit.
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on November 07, 2011, 03:45:55 AM
Quote from: JeyNyce on November 06, 2011, 01:42:21 PM
You won't be able to finish some of the side quests if you finish the game already.
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Maybe that's why you can't find Azrael, not sure about Hush. I'm looking for the bodies as well
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I finished all the side quests except the Mad Hatter one after the game was over actually. I missed the thing with Killer Croc though.
Really? I was told that you could finish
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the Azrael side quest
if you talked to Sharpe near the end of the game. I would have to go back and check that one.
Quote from: JeyNyce on November 07, 2011, 02:31:47 PM
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on November 07, 2011, 03:45:55 AM
Quote from: JeyNyce on November 06, 2011, 01:42:21 PM
You won't be able to finish some of the side quests if you finish the game already.
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Maybe that's why you can't find Azrael, not sure about Hush. I'm looking for the bodies as well
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I finished all the side quests except the Mad Hatter one after the game was over actually. I missed the thing with Killer Croc though.
Really? I was told that you could finishSpoiler
the Azrael side quest
I didn't have a problem finishing any of the side quests after the game. The problem with a few of the side quests is that moving forward on them is partially luck, especially the two that involve finding victims. As for the one you mentioned:
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I've heard there is suppose to be a certain order that you are suppose to find him. The industrial park (top of ferris wheel), rooftop between Gotham courthouse and Acme Chemical, across from the GCPD building, building in the bowery (more like a terrace than a ledge. I had to look up a video online to find it), then the church (the final one). However, I am pretty sure I found him at the courthouse before the ferris wheel.
I've pretty much beaten everything in the main game at this point (except the stupid AR gliding challenges), and I'm trying to get 3 'stars' or whatever in all of the challenges. I've gotten most as Batman, but I find the later ones much harder as Catwoman, Robin & Nightwing because they don't seem to have the 'weapon break' move that Batman has. Am I right about this, or I'm I just doing it wrong?
Hidden Easter Egg: Big Head Mode (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKsce7wYC4s#!)
So, I just beat the game a little while ago.
I had planned to finish all the side quests before, because I heard some you cannot defeat after, but then I suddenly found myself in a spot where there was no more time for side quests. Turns out that was fine because the couple I had left were easily done after.
Well, except I still have to get all those dang Riddler trophies.
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Anyhow, here is a map for Identity Theft, if anybody is still looking:
http://www.xpgamesaves.com/topic/25345-batman-arkham-city-identity-theft-guide-map/
All in all, totally awesome. Except for all the diving challenges. That stuff is hard.
Quote from: UnkoMan on November 24, 2011, 06:07:13 PM
So, I just beat the game a little while ago.
I had planned to finish all the side quests before, because I heard some you cannot defeat after, but then I suddenly found myself in a spot where there was no more time for side quests. Turns out that was fine because the couple I had left were easily done after.
Well, except I still have to get all those dang Riddler trophies.
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Anyhow, here is a map for Identity Theft, if anybody is still looking:
http://www.xpgamesaves.com/topic/25345-batman-arkham-city-identity-theft-guide-map/
All in all, totally awesome. Except for all the diving challenges. That stuff is hard.
Yeah, but once you get them once, the next time's easier. I only sorta struggled with two during my second play-through
I double dipped:
I had Arkham City for the 360, but EA's Origin had the PC version for $24 (black Friday sale) so I picked it up as well. The game looks so pretty on the PC
Anyone else pick up the Batman skins pack? 70's, Year One, and Dark Knight Returns are my favortie ones. DKR works really well in the Arkham City environment I think. The Sinestro Corps is a waste of space and a pointless addition. Batman Beyond isn't accurate with the wings and Batman will never look good minus a cape to me anyway. Earth One is blah. Animated is cool but out of place.
I picked it up for the PC & 360. Haven't had a chance to play with them yet.
What's inaccurate about the Batman Beyond one? It's one I was semi-interested in.
The wings don't fan out from his sides attached to his arms. They pop out from his shoulder blades and run unattached along his arms as he glides. They look organic...like mutant wings really.
Rocksteady is releasing a FREE Batman Inc. skin (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36026) for the holidays. I'm super excited!
Quote from: Podmark on December 21, 2011, 12:17:09 AM
Rocksteady is releasing a FREE Batman Inc. skin (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36026) for the holidays. I'm super excited!
it's already out along with a "challenge map pack" that consists of The Batcave, Joker's Carnival, and Icerberg Lounge maps for 240 MS points. (no idea what that is on PS3)
I may be the only one on here who loved Arkham Asylum more than Arkham City Im to lazy to read all the posts so maybe im not, I had to do a lot of thinking for Arkham City which i didnt like, but steller voice acting from Keven Conroy, and Mark Hamil
Sorry Micro, you're the only one. You know Batman is the world's greatest detective, so he's a thinking man. This game is suppose to make you feel like you're batman.
I enjoyed the two games pretty equally. Overall I'd probably lean towards City but it's very very close.
I loved Arkham Assylum and just recently got Arkham City and am about to start playing it.
One of the things I loved about Assylum was that it had a lot of puzzle style thinking elements to it. If City leans a bit more in that direction, that is good news for me. I like games that make me think.
Quote from: JeyNyce on January 22, 2012, 01:31:15 PM
Sorry Micro, you're the only one. You know Batman is the world's greatest detective, so he's a thinking man. This game is suppose to make you feel like you're batman.
I should rephrase my comment earlier thinkng was just a minor promblem for me, Im just not use to going on the internet figuring out how to get inside a building multiple time or even realizing I could make myself an Iceboard also when I went into regular brawl fights I would have The critical Strike Icon Appear numerous times even when I accmplished it Kinda ruined the experince of being Batman for me, im very obsessive when it comes to video games. I finished the game in 4 days still fun I rate it 85/100. Batman Arkham Asylum 95/100
really? for me, the inclusion of advanced combat actually enhanced the combat gameplay for me... I actually had an easier time overall then I did with Asylum (still hate knife users and electric baton guys though). I get what you're saying with finding certain doors and such (I had a game guide, so I had kind of an idea where to go) but once you've gone through it a couple times you get used to about where everything is.
Where the game really shines, at least to me, is in the side quests. In AA, you had a lot of tedious side things that you HAD to do (the numerous Scarecrow levels, Croc's entire sewer crap... HATE that bit) whereas AC is, for the most part, pretty straightforward in the main story... puzzles, predator mode, combat. wash, rinse, repeat. 90% of the side missions are optional, and they're all more engaging then the "find this, that, and these" from AA. Even the Riddler stuff is more fun and engaging, swaping the relatively easy riddler map nonsense for the much more interesting interrogation system.
Interrogation does fit Batman better, plus it ads another interesting choice to the fights. Do I just take the baddies down, or do I go through the trouble to avoid that one in order to interrogate him?
And yeah, the side missions, from what little I've been able to play of them, are fun and allow the game to draw in some additional characters that they would not have been able to otherwise.
And I do like that there's now a reason for the Riddler stuff. It's not just stuff you do for no real in universe reason, but your actually trying the stop the Riddler as an actual villain.
My only annoyance is that Games for Windows crashes any time it tries to load, so I can't download DLC. My attempts to contact technical support were frustrating to say the least, and I gave up after hearing from two different techs writing in broken English and describing completely different problems then what I clearly described to them.
But the game itself I love.
Oh man, I loved the interrogation feature. It was great! I interrogated every Riddler hench I found. In fact, sometimes I just ran around in detective mode just looking for green skeletons to grab. It made things so much more fun. Especially when the Riddler hench has a gun and I am thinking, "How the heck am I going to survive this mob and not get shot?"
It took me a while to realize you have to make ice floats too though. I think I had to look it up.
Quote from: UnkoMan on February 04, 2012, 10:16:12 PMsometimes I just ran around in detective mode just looking for green skeletons to grab.
Yeah I've done that. The Riddler stuff was much better - EXCEPT I miss all the comments from him when you collect trophies. He was mostly silent this time around.
Finally picked this game up a bit ago and got around to finishing the campaign and side quests last night. One heck of a game! I did not expect so many cameos from so many characters, it was pure awesome! And man, I really felt like Batman(and Catwoman) swinging through the rofftops and all.
I hope there's a sequel, and that they expand on the side quests(length and/or quantity) to give the game even more of an open ended feel like GTA. Perhaps more playable characters(Robin, Nightwing, etc) for the story as well. Seriously impressed by this game. Well done Rocksteady.
Given that the sidequests were added between the games as an expansion of the optional content, I would think more expansion in that area for a possible third game to be likely. I would not be surprised if the third game were Batman: Gotham City.
With all the talk about Bludhaven and how they introduced the Catwoman missions I could see this going beyond Gotham and including Nightwing and Bludhaven.
I am so darn curious as to the next game. Good gosh.
If it is one solid story again, I can't help but think Scarecrow will be heavily involved. If they open it to a bunch of storylines going on at once then who the heck knows?
I don't know if they will expand to Bludhaven too, though. At least not for the main story. Of course they have all those challenge missions. Quite a few of those actually expand upon the story. Like where Black Mask gets captured.
Mark my words I bet that whatever Azrael's order is will cause some issues and some of the missions will be Nightwing in bludhaven and then you switch back to bruce and then maybe to tim
Hush is definitely going to be involved to, given the way his side mission ends.
Haven't finished the Azrael thing though.
I really doubt we're going to get another city though. Expanding to Gotham proper will be big enough of an expansion, expecting two cities is a bit much.
how about nightwing and robin expansion packs?
Are they really worth the money?
I loooooved the game, i finished the main story and some of the side missions (I still need to find the last azrael and finish Hush's as well) but I'm not really sure if the added characters would make any differnece.
The extra characters are just for the challenge maps. You can't play them in the main game.
Quote from: catwhowalksbyhimself on February 21, 2012, 10:42:14 AM
The extra characters are just for the challenge maps. You can't play them in the main game.
So basically if you are big on the challenge maps they come with new gadgets, new objectives based around the gadgets and fairly distinctive character models.
In other words if you love jumping in and picking a huge fight or stalking criminals, well, it is worth it. If you dont think you will play the game after finishing the main story, then not worth it.
This.
I do have the feeling though that these characters, in addition to being money making DLC, are also Rocksteady's way of experimenting with these characters for possible inclusion in a 3rd entry in the series. After all, people have already played with them and given feadback, so they have a better idea of whether they work at all and what can be done with them.
Quote from: catwhowalksbyhimself on February 27, 2012, 03:30:59 AM
This.
I do have the feeling though that these characters, in addition to being money making DLC, are also Rocksteady's way of experimenting with these characters for possible inclusion in a 3rd entry in the series. After all, people have already played with them and given feadback, so they have a better idea of whether they work at all and what can be done with them.
I really hope there are more heroes in the next game. I really want to play as (or work with) Robin, Nightwing and Batgirl.
My thoughts would be that it would be great to see Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, Batwoman... obviosly not all of them but I would take any two from that list as permament charcters for the next instalment.
Then I hope they branch out further with the DLC, putting in more DC street level character OR VILLAINS. Dudes like Green Arrow with a ton of ranged gimicks or some Batman Inc characters like Batwing with much improved "gliding" and high tech gadgets and armor.
Quote from: lugaru on February 27, 2012, 06:44:53 PM
My thoughts would be that it would be great to see Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, Batwoman... obviosly not all of them but I would take any two from that list as permament charcters for the next instalment.
Then I hope they branch out further with the DLC, putting in more DC street level character OR VILLAINS. Dudes like Green Arrow with a ton of ranged gimicks or some Batman Inc characters like Batwing with much improved "gliding" and high tech gadgets and armor.
I would love all of that.
In case you are a fellow cheapskate and have not yet acquired this or the previous game, Impulse has them both on sale this weekend at 25 and 10 bucks respectively.
Bump to pass this along.
Courtesy of the FR Facebook page, looks like this game is getting a whole new story campaign featuring Robin.
http://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/news/1511/harley-quinns-revenge-is-the-next-batman-arkham-city-dlc
I readabout this over at PC Gamer. Robin maybe a playable character, Cool!
Well, he already is a playable character with the Robin DLC, but only in the various challenge maps. This looks to be a full (if likely short) story compaign with his as the main character.
A Robin Campaign would be awesome!
I'd be interested in that if there was a decent skin to go with it.
I take it you're not a fan of the hooded Robin look? Or the other skins that came with the DLC?
Cat, this is Benton, remember? The sheer fact that this is supposed to be Tim Drake, not Dick Grayson, means that Benton automatically hates him (despite the fact that Tim was always a much better Robin than Dick). He won't be happy until there's a 1960s skin with Robin in elf booties.
Slightly old news, but the first I'm hearing of it, is that Arkham City Game of the Year Edition is coming out soon, which has me a bit bummed out because all of the DLC including Harley's Revenge will be included, and Microjunk's GFWL is so shoddy that I'm unable to download anything including DLC from their store and their technical help is so incompetent that I could even get them to understand the question, let along write in proper English. So yeah, no DLC for the cat.
This is especially bad because I actually want Harley's Revenge which is as guessed a full new campaign mode with a new story and new maps. Both Robin and Batman will be fully playable. The storyline apparently has to do with Batman and Robin trying to close down Arkham City once and for all.
Yeah it kinda makes me kick myself for buying the game right away - and I loved that game. Anyway I'll be picking up the Harley DLC, quite looking forward to it.
And I was finally able to get GFWL working, so I will be able to pick this up once it hits. I am looking forward to it.
All the downloadables? Goodness. That is how they do it these days, eh?
It is like when the game of the year for Fallout New Vegas came out. I kicked myself over that.
Harley Quinn's Revenge and the GoTY edition just dropped for those of you with Playstations. It drops for XBox and PC user tomorrow.
EDIT: Actually, it's out for the PC now. Downloading as I type this.
I got it for my 360 and it's not bad. I camera is a bit hectic, and you don't use Bats to his fullest, but some of the missions and playing as Robin makes up for it.
And without giving away any spoilers, I would be expecting a third game.
Haven't quite finished it yet, but played as Robin is, while similar to Batman, different enough to be refreshing. Especially the very different way has has of overcoming certain obstacles.
I too expect a third game, probably Batman: Gotham City.
Do we even need spoilers? Given that the first two games sold a bajillion copies, I expected a third.
I got it and finished it last night. I really enjoyed it and it was nice that we finally get to properly fight Harley. Very happy to have finally played as Robin in actual missions.
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I'm both disappointed and relieved that Harley appears to have received a false positive.
Arkham Asylum prequel? (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2012/07/rocksteady-developing-batman-prequel-game-featuring-justice-league/)
I hope this is true because it sounds great.
Quote from: murs47 on July 11, 2012, 02:54:54 PM
Arkham Asylum prequel? (http://robot6.comicbookresources.com/2012/07/rocksteady-developing-batman-prequel-game-featuring-justice-league/)
I hope this is true because it sounds great.
Sounds like Lego Batman 2 :thumbup:
I'm a little wary of including other heroes. I did like playing as Robin in the Harley's Revenge DLC, and Catwoman was great too. But all 3, and night wing on the challenge maps, have a very similar sense of style. I have a feeling that the gameplay would be broken if I could be Superman... One punch everyone. Or as flash, and just run across the city in no time flat.
I think Rocksteady have really built something special. I don't want to see the sense of scale get lost by adding overpowered characters.
An idea that they could have done was to make a Batman: Year One game. He can patrol the streets of Gotham to save people while fighting the Mafia and crooked cops. Too bad you can mod the game, that would have been a great mod for the PC.
A prequel? The Justice League? Not really what I was expecting or wanted. Seems like a cheat after how the second ended, and I'm not big on the Justice League appearing in anything more than a guest spot. The Batman world and the Justice League world are two completely different things.
Nonetheless I'm sure it will be great.
Quote from: Podmark on July 11, 2012, 11:48:15 PM
A prequel? The Justice League? Not really what I was expecting or wanted. Seems like a cheat after how the second ended, and I'm not big on the Justice League appearing in anything more than a guest spot. The Batman world and the Justice League world are two completely different things.
Nonetheless I'm sure it will be great.
Just because a prequel is in development doesn't preclude a true sequel from also being developed.
And a free-roam superhero game where each character plays as true to character as Batman does in Arkham Asylum/City is pretty much my gaming nirvana.
Quote from: Talavar on July 12, 2012, 02:11:17 AM
Just because a prequel is in development doesn't preclude a true sequel from also being developed.
Well yes, my statement is only based on the idea that this is their next Batman game.
And I'm not saying it will be a bad game that I won't enjoy, simply that it wasn't what I was hoping for.
I think the inclusion of the Justice League would be just as cameos. Off the top of my head, Green Arrow is the only leaguer I could see fitting the Arkham style gameplay. Everyone else would break the gameplay and make it something else entirely.
Quote from: murs47 on July 12, 2012, 08:10:28 PM
I think the inclusion of the Justice League would be just as cameos. Off the top of my head, Green Arrow is the only leaguer I could see fitting the Arkham style gameplay. Everyone else would break the gameplay and make it something else entirely.
I really hope it's not just as cameos, that would be a huge letdown.
Maybe they are trying to make it something else entirely.. and that's not an awful thing, if they did. I trust Rocksteady to deliver.
A video of all the easter eggs:
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?annotation_id=annotation_655497&feature=iv&list=PL9D837E8331CF1065&src_vid=JxOM3-cNDA4
Now with all that stuff in the game, why are they doing a prequel?
I don't feel like it's really a prequel so much as an entirely new series they're tentatively tying to this one to build on an existing audience. About the only thing I look forward to so far, based on what I've heard, is that they're setting up the first meeting between Joker and Batman. I'd be lying to say I think it'll be the same without Hamill, but they clearly know how to write the character and I trust them to handle that type of story better then any other adaption has before.
sadly the writing could take a turn for the worse as dini has said he's not been invited back
this whole thing stinks of studio interference
Quote from: Tomato on August 05, 2012, 08:37:46 PM
I don't feel like it's really a prequel so much as an entirely new series they're tentatively tying to this one to build on an existing audience. About the only thing I look forward to so far, based on what I've heard, is that they're setting up the first meeting between Joker and Batman. I'd be lying to say I think it'll be the same without Hamill, but they clearly know how to write the character and I trust them to handle that type of story better then any other adaption has before.
Kind of a "spin-off" type game?
Quote from: Tomato on April 07, 2012, 01:36:32 AM
Cat, this is Benton, remember? The sheer fact that this is supposed to be Tim Drake, not Dick Grayson, means that Benton automatically hates him (despite the fact that Tim was always a much better Robin than Dick). He won't be happy until there's a 1960s skin with Robin in elf booties.
Not quite, 'Mato. I've always preferred the TAS costume. It's one of my favorite Robin designs. Also, better Robin than Dick, that's just silly talk. :P
Quote from: catwhowalksbyhimself on April 06, 2012, 10:35:58 PM
I take it you're not a fan of the hooded Robin look? Or the other skins that came with the DLC?
No, I'm not a fan of the hooded Robin look. It seems like they're trying to hard to be "cool," "dark," and "edgy." The other skins I actually like, but they each have their issues. The TAS one is my favorite version of the character, but it would really stick out unless the whole game was in that style, like others have said. I've always loved the Red Robin look, but it's not exactly Robin, is it? He's a new hero then, a new identity. That's the one I would use if I were to play Robin, but I'd prefer something a bit more classic if the story is about Robin and not about Red Robin. :)
I can think of several Batman "family" characters that would fit in the game as "playable characters" as well as some other heroes that have been active in Gotham. The Creeper and The Question come to mind there.
As for JLA... Green Arrow and Black Canary are the two most obvious. Depending on how they sat the game up, Supes, WW, and GL might be doable. However, I would dread The Flash under any circumstance after Lego Batman 2.
Quote from: Mr. Hamrick on August 10, 2012, 06:34:53 AM
I can think of several Batman "family" characters that would fit in the game as "playable characters" as well as some other heroes that have been active in Gotham. The Creeper and The Question come to mind there.
As for JLA... Green Arrow and Black Canary are the two most obvious. Depending on how they sat the game up, Supes, WW, and GL might be doable. However, I would dread The Flash under any circumstance after Lego Batman 2.
You know, this post just made me think.. how incredibly, utterly amazing would a Birds of Prey game be, done by Rockstar, written by Gail Simone?
I would love to see that.