Batman: Arkham City - Armored Edition

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  • Summary: Developed by WB Games Montreal, Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition is the enhanced version of the game created by Rocksteady Studios. The Wii U version delivers the same impactful story and gameplay as the original title, this time with enhanced gameplay mechanics and features made possibleDeveloped by WB Games Montreal, Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition is the enhanced version of the game created by Rocksteady Studios. The Wii U version delivers the same impactful story and gameplay as the original title, this time with enhanced gameplay mechanics and features made possible with the Wii U and its unique GamePad. Batman: Arkham City is set in the new maximum security “home” for all of Gotham City’s thugs, gangsters and insane criminal masterminds. Featuring an vast Rogues Gallery of Gotham City’s most dangerous criminals including Catwoman, The Joker, The Riddler, Two-Face, Harley Quinn, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze and many others, the game allows players to genuinely experience what it feels like to be The Dark Knight delivering justice on the streets of Gotham City. … Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. Armchair Empire
    Feb 20, 2013
    100
    Batman: Arkham City is one of the best games ever created, no matter the platform. It’s engaging from beginning to end, the production values are first rate, and on Wii U there’s an extra level of depth to the experience. You can't go wrong with an outright purchase.
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 23, 2013
    92
    Armoured Edition is an excellent superhero's sandbox. The BatGamePad-gadgets work nicely. [Jan 2013]
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    Dec 3, 2012
    90
    Even if you don't play Batman's story again, just the extra content is enough to justify the purchase.
  4. NZGamer
    Dec 2, 2012
    85
    It looks like Nintendo have finally grown a pair and are willing to partake in an older gamer's market - delivering mature, dark, and often violent titles like Arkham City. It is also a comforting display of loyalty from a brilliant studio like Rocksteady, who haven't just ported the game, but honestly had some genuine fun with the new hardware of the Wii U.
  5. Games Master UK
    Jan 15, 2013
    84
    A treat for the dedicated Nintendo-heads. Others should stick to 360/PS3 GOTY edition. [Feb 2013, p.74]
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  6. FNintendo
    Feb 3, 2014
    80
    An outstanding experience that will throw the player into Arkham's sombre environments. This game is able to turn nearly everyone into a Batman follower, whether they're ready or not. An essential title which perfectly ties exquisite story-telling with near-perfect gameplay mechanics.
  7. Destructoid
    Nov 18, 2012
    70
    It took things that already worked perfectly and shook them until they cracked. Not shattered completely, but undoubtedly broken, just a little bit.

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  1. Positive: 42 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 47
  3. Negative: 0 out of 47
  1. J-ivanF
    Nov 20, 2012
    10
    This is the best Wii U launch game by so far. Yeah, maybe it's one year later, and it's suppose that there is not going to be anyone to playThis is the best Wii U launch game by so far. Yeah, maybe it's one year later, and it's suppose that there is not going to be anyone to play this one. Anyway, it's the same game, simply the great and brilliant game released on 2011. Nothing changes, even the technical aspect. But if you've played another versions, specially the GOTY one, you are going to waste your money shamelessly. This game is great for those who haven't played the game, or simply are Nintendo-Batman fans.… Expand
  2. LuigiCuau
    Nov 24, 2014
    10
    De los mejores juegos de Batman de toda la historia, si no es el mejor para mi es solo por que no sale el espantapájaros, pero si salieraDe los mejores juegos de Batman de toda la historia, si no es el mejor para mi es solo por que no sale el espantapájaros, pero si saliera seria el mejor de todos, el uso del game pad es de lo mejor, en el 360 es muy molesto poner START + R = SEE THE MAP, en Wii U te ahorras eso y no te estresa como el en e 360, para ser un post supero a lo de las otras consolas y por mucho, ademas trae todos los DCL ya incluidos, es un juego que tienes que tener de ley si no lo jugaste en otras consolas, es más aunque lo tengas en otras versiones por lo que es no te arrepentirás… Expand
  4. yolandivisser
    Dec 11, 2012
    10
    one of the best WIIU launch titles for sure. a match between this and zombiu... maybe mario as well. overall the gameplay is far superior thanone of the best WIIU launch titles for sure. a match between this and zombiu... maybe mario as well. overall the gameplay is far superior than could be on any non-interactive console. wonderful title!… Expand
  5. guitarguy001
    Jan 9, 2014
    9
    An action game that improves on it's predecessor. Arkham City is much larger and just more fun. The villains are very well represented (theAn action game that improves on it's predecessor. Arkham City is much larger and just more fun. The villains are very well represented (the Joker especially), the world is massive, the narrative is well done, the visuals are impressive and the music is great. While i honestly found the beginning a little slow, this game is great in every regard. A great Wii U launch and in all honestly, i don't know why this version got lower rated as it's just great if not better then the PS3 version.… Expand
  6. Ironbat92
    Dec 31, 2012
    9
    Last year, Batman Arkham City was released one of the best games ever released.Now, for the launch of the Wii U, Arkham City returns in theLast year, Batman Arkham City was released one of the best games ever released.Now, for the launch of the Wii U, Arkham City returns in the form of Armored Edition. It contains the full game and the various Downloadable Content; now including Wii U gamepad specific features.
    The plot remains untouched. Evil Master Mind, Hugo Strange, is put in charge of Arkham City, a closed off part of Gotham, where criminals fight for control. Batman get    … Expand
  7. NeBrO
    Nov 17, 2016
    9
    A mi este juego me sorprendió mucho. No había jugado a ningun Arkham y la verdad es que este me mantuvo enganchado desde el principio. UnaA mi este juego me sorprendió mucho. No había jugado a ningun Arkham y la verdad es que este me mantuvo enganchado desde el principio. Una mecanica de combate espectacular y una implementación del Gamepad buenisima. Para mi, de sobresaliente.… Expand
  8. jrob23
    Sep 30, 2014
    5
    I played Asylum on the 360 and thought it was one of last gen's best games. The Wii U version is a buggy mess. There are framerate issues andI played Asylum on the 360 and thought it was one of last gen's best games. The Wii U version is a buggy mess. There are framerate issues and all around it looks like a very lazy port from WB Montreal (that's right...Rocksteady couldn't be bothered to do it themselves) just like most 3rd party games on the Wii U. What I think happens is they port straight over from the 360 and that's it...no optimization, effects, shading, nothing! So it just looks off. I tried the PS3 version and it looks and runs better so I know it's just the Wii U version. But performance not withstanding...this does not messure up to AA in the slightest. It's probably a game that didn't need to be made but they had to.… Expand

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#5 Best Wii U Game of 2012
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#6 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2012
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#5 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2012