Batman: Arkham Origins

VGChartzJake Weston

8.2/10

If Batman: Arkham Origins accomplishes anything, it’s proving that Rocksteady Games aren't the only ones capable of making great Batman games. Batman: Arkham Origins tears me apart inside. In many ways, it’s the perfect successor to 2011’s Batman: Arkham [...]

Digital TrendsAdam Rosenberg

“Batman: Arkham Origins takes no chances and feels a bit derivative as a result, but it's still another round of good times exploring Gotham City as the Dark Knight.”

VideogamerTom Bardwell

8/10

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COGConnectedRoyce Dean

78/100

Electronic devices can be difficult to clean properly as they all have intricate little parts and buttons and switches. I learned that the hardest way possible when I blank-mindedly drooled all over my keyboard after reading a text that said “Wanna review Batman?” I wish I could say that it was regular drool, but it wasn’t. Nope, this drool was one of excitement as I am a Batman fan, and being able to review the latest game had me somewhat excited.  That and whole bags of Cheetos and half a case of Pepsi tend to create more of a syrupy substance than regular saliva. Regardless, I accepted my n...

Worth PlayingRedmond Carolipio

7.5/10

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline set several years before the events of the first two games of the franchise.

Nintendo World ReportZachary Miller

7/10

Despite the fact that Arkham Origins sticks painfully close to the formula established by Arkham City, it’s still a wonderful game that Bat-fans will adore. And hey, when’s the last time you could say the Wii U version of a multiplatform game turned out to be the best one? It’s a point of pride, folks.

Pure XboxDave Letcavage

7/10

Arkham Origins feels a lot like Arkham City retooled with a new story and the inclusion of a few new gadgets – but that doesn’t really make it any less fun to play. Sure, revisiting locations from past installments can occasionally suck the freshness out of things, and the control response issues can get in the way, but we don't think fans of the series should let those shortcomings ruin what’s another solid Batman outing. One thing we will admit though, is that Batman’s next-gen appearance is most certainly going to need to bring ambitious new mechanics and ideas to the series – if we don’t g...

Game SkinnyRyan Kerns

7/10

Wash... Rinse... Repeat.

Push SquareRobert Ramsey

7/10

Over the course of two games, the Batman: Arkham franchise has solidified itself as one of the most critically acclaimed properties of this generation. Both instalments have proven that with a lot of love for the source material, licensed titles don't have to be horribly rushed, soulless productions – but without developer Rocksteady at the helm of this newest chapter, does Batman: Arkham Origins wear its prestigious cape with pride?

GameLusterSimon Smith

0/10

It seems that it doesn’t matter what time of the year it is Batman doesn’t get a break, even on a night where you think the criminals of Gotham City would be preparing to give each other a present. However, it seems that no matter what a hero’s job is never done with the entire criminal underworld of Gotham City out to cause mischief. Christmas Eve has never seemed so dreary and clearly in Gotham City Christmas is not a pleasant affair (unless you are a criminal after weapons), and as we see no people rushing around to collect last minute presents, and no children ensuring Santa knows what the...

GameWatcherChris Capel

0/10

If you’re a Batman fan you should already have Batman: Arkham Origins, but anyone else might want to hold off a couple of weeks for some patches to come through. Even with the bugs though I enjoyed the game all the way through for the 15-20 hours it took me to finish (without having done all the side missions yet), and will once again be combing back-alleys and rooftops for those hidden Riddler/Enigma goodies before tackling the Challenge Maps and New Game Plus. Oh, and the multiplayer too ...

Press StartJake Anlezark

Unscored

For those of you who cannot get enough of Batman Arkham Origins, Nether Realm Studios have developed a mobile tie in app that lets you take your crime fighting anywhere you go. Whilst essentially an individual game it does contain a few tie-ins for your console experience that are worth noting. Upon fulfilling certain criteria, achievements are unlocked and by connecting to your console of choice can unlock experience points for your multiplayer game or unlock a Bat suit for use in the game.