Batman: Arkham Shadow

Become Batman in this official new entry into the Arkham franchise. It’s the Fourth of July, and Gotham City is under attack by a new threat: the mysterious Rat King and his cultish devotees. As widespread rioting engulfs the city, Batman races to prevent this so-called “Day of Wrath” before it all goes wrong. Experience the World of Batman Like Never Before: Immerse yourself in all the grit of Gotham City with the power of VR, and take down its most notorious criminals. Hard-Hitting Arkham Combat Realized exclusively for VR—choose from fan favorite gadgets and bold fighting styles reimagined from the beloved Arkham franchise. Friends, Foes and Other Familiar Faces: ​​​​​​​ Meet Dr.’s Quinzel and Crane before they became Harley Quinn and Scarecrow, as well as other iconic characters including Harvey Dent, Jim Gordon, and Ratcatcher.

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Released
October 21, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen // Violence, Mild Blood, Language
Developer(s)
Camouflaj
Publisher(s)
Oculus
Engine
Unity
Franchise
Batman: Arkham
PC Release Date
October 21, 2024

Become Batman in this official new entry into the Arkham franchise.

It’s the Fourth of July, and Gotham City is under attack by a new threat: the mysterious Rat King and his cultish devotees. As widespread rioting engulfs the city, Batman races to prevent this so-called “Day of Wrath” before it all goes wrong.


Experience the World of Batman Like Never Before:
Immerse yourself in all the grit of Gotham City with the power of VR, and take down its most notorious criminals.

Hard-Hitting Arkham Combat

Realized exclusively for VR—choose from fan favorite gadgets and bold fighting styles reimagined from the beloved Arkham franchise.

Friends, Foes and Other Familiar Faces:

Meet Dr.’s Quinzel and Crane before they became Harley Quinn and Scarecrow, as well as other iconic characters including Harvey Dent, Jim Gordon, and Ratcatcher.

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Batman: Arkham Shadow tells an intimate story, and much of its lore and secrets remain sealed within the confines of Blackgate Prison.

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