Get ready to experience Rocksteady’s acclaimed Batman: Arkham Trilogy on the Nintendo Switch. Warner Bros. Games has revealed that the bundle, including Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Knight, will be released on the popular handheld console this fall. This comprehensive collection will also include all previously released DLC for the trio of games. The adaptation for the Switch is being handled by Turn Me Up Games, known for their work on successful Switch ports like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 and It Takes Two.
In Batman: Arkham Asylum, players join the Dark Knight in his battle against The Joker and his allies as they take control of the infamous asylum. Arkham City expands the adventure to the vast streets of Gotham City, featuring an array of classic villains such as Mr. Freeze and The Penguin. Finally, Arkham Knight introduces the eponymous supervillain and offers a more expansive open-world experience, including the ability to drive the iconic Batmobile.
Each game in the trilogy is renowned for its engaging storyline and diverse gameplay mechanics, incorporating elements of combat, stealth, and puzzle-solving. The fluid combat system, in particular, garnered praise, rewarding players for executing seamless combos while evading attacks from multiple directions simultaneously. The series has had a significant impact on the superhero gaming genre, influencing titles like Spider-Man and Shadow of Mordor. With the inclusion of the voice cast from the animated Batman series, including talents like Mark Hamill and the late Kevin Conroy, the appeal to fans of the Caped Crusader is undeniable.
While this release may not satisfy Switch fans eagerly anticipating Rocksteady’s upcoming Suicide Squad game, it serves as an opportunity to reach new audiences and reintroduce the franchise on a different platform. Rather than paving the way for Rocksteady’s first new game in nearly eight years, this move appears to be a strategic decision to tap into the untapped potential of the Switch player base. Nevertheless, for newcomers to the series or those seeking to relive the Batman: Arkham experience, this collection offers a compelling package. It may also serve as a refreshing palate cleanser for those who felt Gotham Knights fell short of expectations.
Prepare to don the cape and cowl once again as Batman: Arkham Trilogy arrives on the Nintendo Switch, delivering an immersive superhero adventure on the go.