Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition

Easily falls in one of the greatest games of all time, the shear excitement i use to have on every single launch of the Arkham series games was unbeatable. The graphics, combat, story everything about it is so good. Runs pretty dam well on the Steam Deck aswell. Its unfortunate the whole live service fever in gaming industry could'nt bring more master pieces like this. Hoping to see more of Bats in near future.

Joguei no xbox360 e agora joguei novamente no PC quando peguei numa promoção. Se vc gosta do Batman, é obrigatório jogar este jogo! Eu nem ligo muito pra super herói, mas o jogo em sí é muito bom, desafiador, bem feito e divertido.

The arkham collection might be one of if not the best bundle on steam, for 8.99 ( discounted) you get 3 amazing games plus all of their dlc's, one of the best combat ever traversal is only eh in asylum since its not really open world, asylum is 8/10 would highly recommend to anyone who loves batman or just loves playing games in general

joker kicked a guy in the balls hit the griddy then got fucking shot, fire game ngl

In 2025 this game still hold up, never played it before and actually sorta 100% the game in a around 21 hours, i left out the challenge section cause i didn't realise it counted to the 100% but I'm happy calling it an moving on to the next in the Arkham series. I really enoyed the fact that i learnt more about the batman universe and even learnt about some new ones. this game does this really well. they are pretty short and to the point about it while still keeping it interesting. the combat is cool, a little harsh at times when trying to counter an attack but overall batman doing sick fighting and every now and then surprising you with a new move... i would of liked more combo stuff but it is what it is. i think my biggest gripe of this game was getting around at the end, everything is still messed up from the campaign but getting the areas becomes a series headache when its 2 am and your got to go get a riddle on the opposite side of the map Overall 7.5 outa 10 if you ask me

Good story and nice gameplay experience.

This game has aged like fine wine, over the span of 16 years. The controls and mechanics may be a bit clunky and for me, it took some time getting used to, however, any amount of time you spend in this game is worth learning and understanding them (mechanics).

Good game for Batman fans Engaging story with a great setting, lots of interesting references to other characters of the Batman universe Gameplay isn't the best in my opinion. Combat feels very clunky and unresponsive at times, which can lead to some frustration Boss fights also felt very underwhelming, except Poison Ivy. I was expecting more from the Joker's fight 7/10

holy shit, expected so little and got so much the art direction in this game was through the roof, from main menu to every little detail, you can tell this game was made with love, 8/10 heavily recommended and i will be on my to arkham city

Never played any batman titles before. Got very hooked on this one. Well written and great gameplay. Definitely GOTY material!

There’s a specific moment—about 20 minutes into Batman: Arkham Asylum—that I knew I was in for something special. The doors of the asylum slam shut behind me. Joker’s laughter echoes through rusted vents. Lightning flashes outside the stained glass of a chapel-turned-holding-cell. And I remember sitting back in my chair, controller in hand, thinking: This isn’t just a Batman game. This is a Batman experience. Before this, I’d played plenty of superhero titles. Most of them were shallow power fantasies—fun for a bit, but forgettable. Arkham Asylum was different. It respected Batman. Not just as a bruiser in a cape, but as a world’s greatest detective, ninja, and myth. And in this Game of the Year Edition, with added challenge maps and 3D support (yep, the red-and-blue-glasses kind), it felt even more complete—like Rocksteady had carefully packed every inch of the asylum with love for the source material. Let me say this clearly: Arkham Asylum is one of the best-designed video game settings ever created. Not just because it’s dark and eerie (though it is), but because it feels alive. The way the map slowly opens up, the way corridors change based on Joker’s madness, the twisted audio logs, the scratched messages on the walls—it all builds tension like a horror-thriller, not a beat-'em-up. Exploration feels natural and rewarding. Secrets are everywhere: Riddler trophies, hidden lore, creepy audio tapes. Every inch of the asylum tells a story, even the silent ones. The combat system—simple to pick up, hard to master—changed third-person brawling forever. The fluidity between attacks, counters, and gadgets felt like controlling a cinematic Batman with every button press. It’s rhythmic, clean, and satisfying, especially when you drop a group of inmates without taking a single hit. I chased those “Freeflow Perfect” bonuses like they were gold. Then came the Predator segments—Batman’s other side. You’re the one in control, not just reacting, but planning, stalking, waiting. Watching armed goons panic as you disappear into the shadows, one by one. It felt less like a superhero game, more like a psychological war. I wasn’t just fighting criminals—I was breaking them. Voice Work and Presentation: The Definitive Batman Cast Kevin Conroy. Mark Hamill. Arleen Sorkin. Enough said. This isn’t just voice acting—it’s legacy. Conroy’s stoic delivery as Batman, Hamill’s manic Joker tirades, and Sorkin’s sinister-yet-sweet Harley Quinn? It’s a dream cast for anyone raised on Batman: The Animated Series. Graphically, the game holds up impressively even today, especially in this GOTY Edition. The art direction leans into gothic exaggeration—bulging stone walls, twisted vines, grotesque inmates. Arkham feels diseased, and you’re the cure. What surprised me most was how thoughtful the game was. It wasn’t afraid to slow down—to let you investigate, scan crime scenes, piece together mysteries. I didn’t feel like I was reacting to chaos—I was in control of it. Even the Scarecrow sequences… wow. I won’t spoil them, but they are mind-bending and fourth-wall-breaking in a way that still gets under my skin. They reminded me that Arkham Asylum isn’t just a prison for Gotham’s worst—it’s a mirror into Batman’s own fractured psyche. The GOTY edition adds value without bloating the experience. Extra challenge maps, 3D support, and more polish. The new maps test your stealth and combat finesse in ways the main story doesn’t—offering real replay value if you're into mastery. The 3D mode is a bit gimmicky by today’s standards, but back then? It was a wild novelty. Mostly I kept it off, but it’s a fun relic of the time. Batman: Arkham Asylum wasn’t just a good superhero game—it redefined what the genre could be. It proved that action, atmosphere, and storytelling didn’t have to be separate pillars—they could fuse together into a single, haunting, empowering experience. More than a decade later, other games may be bigger, flashier, even more ambitious. But none have matched the claustrophobic intensity, emotional gravity, and elegant simplicity of this night trapped inside Gotham’s darkest corner. If you’ve never played it, you’re in for something unforgettable. And if you have? Maybe it’s time to go back to the asylum. One last time. Rating: 9/10

This game still holds up to this day even after all those years it is definitely one of the games of all time . Very good steal of price 3.99$

finished the game 3 times before getting again on pc and all these years later still a great game

Frame rate is a little slow at only 60 fps (I can run Max Payne 3 at up to 180 fps at 720, so I know it's not a matter of my hardware or the game's age), but the animation, the voice acting, the game play, all of it is phenomenal. Truly one of the best games of all time.

“A hauntingly perfect descent into Gotham’s darkest corners — masterful atmosphere, brutal combat, and a Batman that feels raw and alive. Still unbeaten after all these years. A must-play legend. After all those years it aged like fine winee. SHAME FOR ROCKSTEADY FOR DOING THAT SQUID SQUAT

very fun game love the fighting and the detective aspect of the game and the villains are amazing

Playing my fourth playthrough, this time for achievements, this game is brilliant as ever in my mind. My favourite of the arkham series, this blends action well with horror like thrill. You are the caped crusader trapped in the infamous asylum of DC lore hunting the clown prince of crime while battling various colourful members of the rogue gallery. Asylum is fun to explore, not knowing which horror awaits you at every corner. Not being a fan of fighting games, I really loved the combat system in this game. Predator rooms give a new experience, allowing you to be the invisible predator hunting low life goons of Joker. Riddler trophies can be overwhelming and feels like a collect-a-thon but the environmental riddles are fun to solve. This is a must play if you ever wanted to be batman!

This is what started the Arkham Trilogy, Arkham Asylum although it is old is a must play as it gives context to City and Knight and is great on it's own regard: a must play

Great game. combat is fantastic feeling smooth and stable graphics aged very well some sections genuinely had me puzzled for how amazing it looks from a game released in 2009, idk if they revamped the graphics or whatever but still very good. also the opening sequence is probably the best intro to a game ive ever played even if its a bit slow it still sets up the game perfectly. overall exactly what one should expect from a batman game.

A super fun game that can feel dated after playing Arkham City and Knight, but still worth checking out.

Randomly locked to low FPS "out of the box" but after small INI edit it becomes one of the best superhero games of all time.

i don't know if im too late for playing this game, my first time playing arkham series and it goes very well, the story are solid, the combat are flawless and many combos, and the gameplay is just great for its time

great game , it can feel clunky sometimes {i mean it's an old game },worth the money!!

The Arkham games are amazing and this is the one that started it all sure the combat can be a little off but it was the first of its kind and the setting is fantastic this game for sure has the best vibe of the whole series and is in my opinion the best in the series a must play for any comic book fan.

If you like batman in any regard, this game is AMAZING!! Their is so much to look for and find (references galore). The game play is great! Still, at times I will say its clunky or unintentionally misleading with its map design and puzzles. the story as well is SUPER simplistic, and has some what of an abrupt ending. With all these criticisms, I still HIGHLY recommend THIS game!! SOOOOOO MUCH SAUCE!!!!! you can really see the love Rocksteady put into this game, trust me TRY IT!

Played only for 3h and got 13% done ,but i didnt know i would enjoy a 2010 game ,the graphics are playable in 2025 and the fighting gameplay is just perfect and easy, i bought it in this new summer sale i really recommand buying the whole arkham bundle worth it .

for this being a older game, i can say it stands the test of time. great map and mechanics, graphics are not half bad, and is a classic. 9.5/10

An amazing first entry in the beloved Batman franchise. This one has the smallest map and is the shortest game overall, but might be my favourite one.

beating up mentally ill patients simulator. piece of art 10/10

great game from my childhood even better on pc although i remember it being harder when i was younger

Absolutely an amazing game, the combat is quite enjoyable and the graphics are pretty nice for something many years ago.

One of the most iconic Arkham Games Great achievements without excessive challenge related ones future games have 5/5 Stars

Oh man the game that started it all. A masterpiece of not only a super hero game but also showing games as a darker medium to tell a story. 10/10 in every way. Except the final boss that was horrible.

i really the combat or fighting mechanics of the game, it has great storyline for batman fans as they get to play as batman and boss fights are too engaging . I would recommend this to all DC and Non DC fans just try this game you will definitely love the game

Batman: Arkham Asylum was an overwhelmingly mid game for me, but still impressive considering it came out in 2009. For its time, the graphics, atmosphere, and overall design were solid. The combat system was okay—good, not great. It felt clunky at times, which might just be due to the age of the game. I didn’t really enjoy the stealth sections where you can’t be spotted. They ended up being more frustrating than fun and took me surprisingly long to get through. The dark aesthetic works well for setting the mood, but sometimes it was too dark—visually. I had to adjust my display brightness more than once just to see what I was doing. Boss fights were hit or miss. The final Joker boss fight, where he uses Titan formula, was kind of disappointing. It felt too easy and didn’t really land as a big finale. I actually enjoyed the Poison Ivy battle a lot more. Scarecrow was also annoying. The way the game kept shifting perspectives during his sections made it hard to control and kind of ruined the flow for me. Overall, I’d rate Arkham Asylum a 5/10. It’s decent and deserves respect for what it achieved back in 2009, but some parts just didn’t age well for me. review my rating

Holds up pretty well. Amazing combat and atmosphere! I am Batman - for 10 hours

An amazing game even to this day! Note: 50 series RTX cards don't support the physX (extra fog details etc) so that will effect the experience. However, Im on a 30 series so it is fully supported and totally worth buying!

cool character designs. the map being "small" also added more significance and details to each of the building locations. the combat also felt like i was in a comic, with the over the top punch sound effects and stars when enemies are dizzy

An intense and unrelenting masterpiece. Batman in this game is the personification of "I'm not locked in here with you,you're locked in here with me"

great vibe, nice story, begging to be 100%'ed without even actually begging.

Runs well on steam deck! Only hiccup is that if u put ur steam deck on sleep mode and then try to use it again, controls don't respond back

The weakest game in the Arkham games but still fun overall the boss fight were so much fun except for the last one which is suppose to be the best one but turned into the worst tbh Story 6/10 Gameplay batman out of 10 Overall 6.5/10

Still an amazing game to this day! Being made a while ago it still holds up whether it be the combat, being a detective, or the story! I'd get this game for $9 with Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Knight. 10/10 give it a try.

Nice game with the balance combat, story, and puzzle.

[h1]Batman: Arkham Asylum – 100% Completion Review[/h1] [i]All achievements earned, every Riddler challenge solved, every secret uncovered[/i] [b]Arkham Asylum did not just redefine superhero games, it redefined action design itself.[/b] Even now, fully completed years later, it remains one of the tightest and most focused experiences in the genre. The game traps Batman inside a single, sprawling facility. What could have felt restrictive instead becomes a masterclass in environmental storytelling. From Poison Ivy’s overgrown cells to Joker’s twisted carnival setups, [i]every inch[/i] of the asylum oozes character and dread. [b]Combat is iconic for a reason.[/b] The freeflow system rewards timing, crowd control, and awareness rather than combo memorization. It is simple, but satisfying, especially on higher difficulties where rhythm and precision matter. Gadgets expand utility without bloat, and stealth sections offer dynamic playgrounds for silent takedowns and gadget experimentation. [b]What elevates it for completionists is how well secrets are woven into the world.[/b] The Riddler challenges are not busywork. They feel curated. Solving all of them is not just satisfying, it unlocks lore and insights that deepen your understanding of both the asylum and its inmates. Some aspects show their age, such as repetitive boss encounters and dated traversal, but the core loop remains rock solid. [hr] [b]Batman: Arkham Asylum is still the gold standard for contained, story-driven action games.[/b] Tight, dense, and rich with atmosphere, it is the kind of game where achieving 100 percent feels earned.

A tight, atmospheric Batman experience that still holds up till now. Combat is smooth and brutal, stealth is satisfying and detective work adds depth. The story, script and voice acting, especially Mark Hamill as Joker are top-tier. The gold standard for superhero games 9.5/10

+ great atmosphere -+ aged a bit but great for it's time - bosses are a bit rushed and boring

Looks good even today. There's a bunch of stuff to do, but mileage may vary depend on what you like. The combat is super silly.

Really nice game, loved the combat and the plot story build-up. I had played it before on the Xbox and now going back feels very nostalgic.

🎨 Visual Vibes ☐ What planet is this?! ☐ Jaw-Dropping ☐ Slick & Sharp ☑ Gets the Job Done ☐ Meh Pixels ☐ Eyes, Why Have You Betrayed Me ☐ Retro Relic Not the flashiest Batcave on the block, but it holds up well enough. 🎮 Trigger Thrill (Gameplay) ☐ Masterpiece Mechanics ☐ Solid Sneaking and Shooting ☐ Functional, I Guess ☑ Kinda Boring ☐ Feels Like Homework ☐ Controller Screams in Pain Combat shows its age — repetitive encounters can wear thin. 🎧 Sound Check ☐ Audio Nirvana ☑ Smooth Operator ☐ Decent Vibes ☐ It's... Fine ☐ Cover Your Ears ☐ Bleeding From Both Ears Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill still carry the audio department. 🖥️ Can Your Rig Take the Hit? ☐ Runs on a Calculator ☑ Grandpa’s Laptop Approved ☐ Mid-Tier Friendly ☐ Better Have a Gaming PC ☐ High-End Hustler ☐ NASA’s Backup Needed Even your old PC might manage to put on the cowl. 💾 Hard Drive Heist ☐ Fits on a Floppy ☑ Classic Compact ☐ Manageable ☐ Getting Chunky ☐ Say Goodbye to Storage ☐ Buy a New SSD ☐ Send It to a Data Black Hole Modest in size — doesn’t ask much. 🧠 Tactical Thinking ☐ Baby Mode ☐ Casual Cruise ☑ Learn It, Master It ☐ Tactical Brain Power ☐ Big Brain Only ☐ Prepare to Suffer Light detective work and some gadget play required. 🌀 Grind Level ☐ Grind-Free Paradise ☑ Optional Hustle ☐ Tryhard Territory ☐ Mild Effort Needed ☐ Grindfest ☐ Say Goodbye to Real Life Riddler trophies are there — if you're into that. 📜 Plot Punch ☐ Story? What Story? ☐ Some Hints of Lore ☐ Serviceable ☑ Intriguing & Tight ☐ Feels ☐ Existential Crisis Incoming Tight narrative with great performances, even if it doesn’t soar. ⏳ Time Commitment ☐ Blink and It’s Over (Under 1 hour) ☐ One-Sitting Special (1–3 hours) ☐ A Weekend Affair (4–8 hours) ☑ 2–3 Day Campaign (8–15 hours) ☐ Call in Sick for a Week (15–40 hours) ☐ Cancel Your Social Life (40–100 hours) ☐ The Eternal Journey (100+ hours) Short, snappy adventure with some replayability. 💸 Price Pain ☐ Freebie Frenzy ☐ Worth Every Penny ☑ Buy It on Sale ☐ Only If You’re Curious ☐ Not Worth the Coin ☐ Just Light Your Wallet on Fire Well worth a discounted pick-up for Bat-fans. 🪲 Bug Watch ☑ Clean as a Whistle ☐ Minor Nuisances ☐ Noticeable Glitches ☐ Bug Battle ☐ Game of Bugs ☐ Certified Insect Simulator Runs smooth like the Batmobile on most systems. 🦇 Dark Knight Rating ☐ 🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☑ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 ☐ 🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇🦇 6/10 — A respectable start to the Arkham legacy, but age and repetitive gameplay clip the Bat’s wings.