LEGO Batman: The Videogame

Release Date: September 23, 2008

Action, TPP, DC Comics, Batman, LEGO, comics, superheroes, humorous, for 2 players, co-op, splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, multiplayer, singleplayer, LAN

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Another production by Traveller's Tales, blending the world of the Danish bricks with the universe of Batman, known from comics and movies. As you play as the eponymous hero, accompanied by his sidekicks, your task is to fight the chaos unleashed upon the streets of Gotham by such villains as the Joker, Penguin, and Two-Face. The gameplay focuses on exploring the LEGO brick world, fighting enemies, and solving simple puzzles.

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LEGO Batman: The Videogame for PC, X360 and etc. is another game featuring the popular bricks, developed by Traveller's Tales (also known from the well-received LEGO Star Wars series). The production was published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE). The game was released for almost every available platform — PC Windows and both previous and current generation consoles. Like LEGO Star Wars, the game blends the world of Danish bricks with another universe — this time, the one of Batman.

Plot

LEGO Batman: The Videogame is an action game with adventure elements. As it usually happens in Batman stories, Gotham City is engulfed in chaos. Your task is to bring back the peace and defeat the villains, who have escaped from Arkham Asylum, such as the Joker, Penguin, and Two-Face. Batman is accompanied by his sidekick Robin and Bruce Wayne's loyal butler, Alfred Pennyworth. During the game, you explore the LEGO brick world, fight enemies, and solve simple logic puzzles (such as building various constructions, including the Batmobile and villain traps).

Mechanics

The dark, satin visuals of the game excellently convey the atmosphere of Gotham City, with its shadowy skyscrapers and streets. Lighting and full moon are a frequent sight and a background of many a duel of spectacular chase, accompanied by dramatic symphonic music. The fact that it's a LEGO game adds a bit of slightly absurd humor and makes it attractive the a younger audience.

LEGO Batman: The Video Game features a co-op mode, also used LEGO Star Wars. Every available character has their own, unique abilities, which must be used during the game. Since the playable characters include the villains, the players can also battle each other. The game is full of humorous elements and during cutscenes, you don't hear the character' speak, as they only make amusing grunts.

Last updated on June 13, 2017

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[10:18] LEGO Batman: The Videogame Behind the scenes

[0:56] LEGO Batman: The Videogame launch movie

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgia Factor: Many users express a strong sense of nostalgia, recalling fond memories of playing the game in their childhood.
Fun Gameplay: Players enjoy the action-adventure elements and find the game to be entertaining, especially for fans of LEGO and Batman.
Classic Appeal: The game is recognized as a classic among LEGO games, with some users considering it one of the best in the series.
Atmosphere and Story: Users appreciate the game's atmosphere, story, and character dynamics, particularly the relationship between Batman and Robin.
Replay Value: Several reviews mention good replay value, especially for those aiming to achieve 100% completion.

The main cons of the game

Frequent Crashes: A significant number of users report that the game crashes frequently, making it frustrating and sometimes unplayable.
Technical Issues: Players mention various bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as being unable to progress past certain levels.
Aging Mechanics: Some reviews note that the game shows its age, with certain gameplay mechanics feeling outdated or repetitive.
Limited Character Roster: Users express disappointment with the small roster of playable characters, which can lead to repetitive gameplay.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Cloud Save Support: Many players wish for cloud save functionality to prevent loss of progress, as several have lost their saved data.
Two-Player Support: Users express a desire for better two-player functionality, specifically the ability to use two controllers for local multiplayer.
Improved Optimization: There are calls for better optimization for modern systems, as some players find the game unplayable on current hardware.
Fixes for Bugs and Glitches: Users are requesting updates to address the numerous bugs that affect gameplay, particularly those that prevent progression.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024