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Batman: Arkham Asylum

Released August 25, 2009 on Switch, PC, PS3, Ouya, Mac and Xbox 360

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About Batman: Arkham Asylum

Batman: Arkham Asylum is a single-player action-adventure game from Rocksteady Studios, released on August 25, 2009. It is played in third person and blends hack and slash combat with adventure elements. The game is set on Arkham Island, and its themes include stealth, science fiction, horror, and open world design.

The game was published by Eidos Interactive, Playcast-media, and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. It is the first entry in the Batman: Arkham series and is part of the wider Batman and DC Comics franchises. It has been released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Mac, Ouya, and Switch.

Players control Batman as he moves through the island, using a mix of close combat, stealth, and detective work. The game carries an ESRB T (Teen) rating and a PEGI 16 rating.

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Batman: Arkham Asylum FAQ

When did Batman: Arkham Asylum come out?

Batman: Arkham Asylum came out on August 25, 2009.

What platforms is Batman: Arkham Asylum on?

Batman: Arkham Asylum came out on Switch, PC, PS3, Ouya, Mac and Xbox 360.

Who made Batman: Arkham Asylum?

Batman: Arkham Asylum is developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Eidos Interactive, Playcast-media and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.

Is Batman: Arkham Asylum multiplayer?

No. Batman: Arkham Asylum is single player only.

What is Batman: Arkham Asylum rated?

Batman: Arkham Asylum is rated ESRB T (Teen) and PEGI 16.

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