It’s official: We’re getting a new Batman video game. Warner Bros. Games has announced LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The studio dropped a trailer during Gamescom and this is more than your average LEGO game. With an advanced combat system, varying difficulty settings and a story that spans the character’s entire legacy across all media, it’s got something for everyone. Check it out.
The game is said to be inspired by the 86-year history of Batman films, television shows, comics and games. So everything from Detective Comics to the Batman: Arkham Trilogy is on the table here. The game is open world. It takes place in Gotham City with crimes to stop, puzzles to solve, rewards to collect and surprises to discover. It can also be a two player experience or a solo adventure.
“All of us at TT Games are incredibly proud to reveal LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, a brand-new game that’s a real celebration of everything Batman,” said Jonathan Smith, Strategic Director & Head of Development Team, TT Games. “We take players on Bruce Wayne’s epic journey to become the legendary hero of Gotham City, incorporating iconic moments from across Batman’s history with our special LEGO twist. Our all-new crime-fighting combat features are amazing fun and take LEGO gameplay to an entirely new level.”
Here is the synopsis for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.
“Embark on a journey that begins with the origins of Batman as a young Bruce Wayne trains with The League of Shadows, becomes the hero of Gotham City, and forge a new family of allies with Jim Gordon, Catwoman, Robin, Nightwing, and Batgirl. Confront an ever-growing threat from across Batman’s Rogue’s Gallery as you face The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Bane, and more.
Play as Batman with an exhilarating new combat system, combining fluid combos, stealth techniques, and detective skills to take on crime across the streets and rooftops of Gotham City. Command a full range of Batmobiles and Batcycles, including the legendary Tumbler, as you navigate an open and immersive Gotham City. Grapple, glide, or drive through the open world with agility and speed, while discovering crimes, challenges, rewards, secrets, and iconic landmarks such as Arkham Asylum, Ace Chemicals, and Wayne Tower.”
“Whether he’s the wrathful Dark Knight, the brilliant detective, or the unlikely father of the ‘Batfam,’ Batman has constantly evolved—shaped by the world around him while remaining a timeless symbol,” said Jim Lee, President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer, DC. “This game brings together nearly every facet of his legacy, letting you experience the full range of what makes Batman iconic. Built with incredible care, creativity, and deep respect for the mythos, TT Games has crafted a love letter to the world of Batman.”
It’s been a while since we’ve had a new Batman game. Gotham Knights hardly counts. Batman was also merely a small character in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Many fans were probably hoping for something in line with the Arkham games. But it’s worth remembering that The LEGO Batman Movie is regarded as one of the best Batman movies. The same could prove true of this game.
“This is a Batman game that fans will instantly connect with,” said Fredrik Löving, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Game, The LEGO Group. “Our partners at Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, and DC have created an experience that delivers the style, intensity, and authenticity of Gotham City’s greatest hero, infused with the family-friendly fun of the LEGO brand, making it an exciting experience for LEGO Batman fans old and new.”
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight arrives in 2026 for console and PC.
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