Batman: Arkham Asylum

ReleasedAug 25, 2009

PlayStation 3
Ouya
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Mac
Xbox 360
Nintendo Switch

About

Batman: Arkham Asylum is an action-adventure game developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Released in 2009, it follows Batman as he battles the Joker, who seizes control of Arkham Asylum and frees its inmates. The game features stealth, combat, and detective elements, with players using Batman's gadgets and skills to subdue enemies and solve puzzles. Set in a dark, immersive version of Gotham, the story explores Batman’s psychological battle with his foes, including Harley Quinn, Bane, and Scarecrow. The game received critical acclaim for its gameplay, atmosphere, and storytelling, becoming a defining title in superhero video games.

Developer: Rocksteady Studios
Publisher: Eidos Interactive, Playcast-media, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Themes: Action, Science fiction, Horror, Stealth, Open world
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Third person
Age ratings: GRAC 15+, USK 16, ACB M, PEGI 16, CERO C, ESRB T
Time to beat: 10 h rushed · 14 h normally · 20 h completionist
IGDB rating: 87 / 100 (2,608 ratings)
Also known as: Batman:AA, B:AA, Arkham Asylum

Release dates

Release dates by platform
Platform	Release
Mac	Nov 3, 2011 · North AmericaNov 15, 2011 · Europe
Nintendo Switch	Dec 1, 2023
Ouya	May 28, 2014
PC (Microsoft Windows)	Sep 15, 2009 · North AmericaSep 18, 2009 · Europe
PlayStation 3	Aug 25, 2009 · North AmericaAug 28, 2009 · EuropeAug 31, 2009 · AsiaSep 3, 2009 · AustraliaJan 14, 2010 · Japan
Xbox 360	Aug 25, 2009 · North AmericaAug 28, 2009 · EuropeSep 3, 2009 · AustraliaJan 14, 2010 · Japan