Tag: Batman: Arkham Origins

Geekscape 349: Roger Craig Smith Gets Vocal With Us!

by Jonathan

Voice actor Roger Craig Smith returns to Geekscape to talk about his upcoming role in the open world zombies meets parkour game ‘Dying Light’! He impressed us as Batman in ‘Arkham Origins’ so obviously this one’s going to be awesome too, right? And what’s the difference between his depiction of Batman and Captain America on the ‘Avengers’ cartoon? And how has his Sonic the Hedgehog voice changed over the year? Did ‘Batman: Arkham City’ get a bad rap? Plus! Jonathan reveals a story about burning his GI Joe toys as a kid that leaves him in tears!

Photo credit: Richard Wright Photography

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Warner Bros. Takes Us Through 5 Minutes Of ‘Batman: Arkham Origins: Cold, Cold Heart’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: All the way back in January, Warner Bros. teased us that new Batman: Arkham Origins story DLC was on its way.

Today, they took us through some gameplay. Creative Director Eric Holmes and Game Director Benoit Richer are seen answering plenty of questions about what we’ll see in the DLC, and we also see a neat new thermal suit, as well as some new abilities for Batman.

The DLC will hit PS3, Xbox 360, and PC on April 22nd. Note that the content will not be making the Wii U edition (which is, of course, the one that I bought). Take a look at the new video below, and let us know what you’ve thought of Arkham Origins so far.

‘Batman: Arkham Origins – Cold, Cold, Heart’ Story DLC Gets A Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: All the way back in January, Warner Bros. teased us that new Batman: Arkham Origins story DLC was on its way.

Today, they finally debuted the first trailer. It’s called ‘Cold, Cold, Heart’, and as we expected, it’s definitely about Mr. Freeze.

The DLC will hit PS3, Xbox 360, and PC on April 22nd. Note that the content will not be making the Wii U edition (which is, of course, the one that I bought).

Take a look at the trailer below, and let us know if you’ll be picking it up!

http://youtu.be/i6zSjgiB5R8

‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Story DLC Teased, Mr. Freeze To Make An Appearance?

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The official Batman Arkham twitter account has been teasing a DLC announcement for some time now, and now that the new year is upon us, they appear to have revealed the first details of the upcoming single-player DLC.

Take a look at the two very allusive tweets below:

 

 

We only need to take one look at that statue to realize that this DLC will be Mr. Freeze centric, but does the first tweet mean that it’ll be taking place in Wayne Manor?

We’ll be sure to share more as soon as it’s announced, but for now, feel free to speculate below, and let us know if you’re enjoying Arkham Origins!

‘Initiation’ DLC Coming For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’, Watch The Trailer Now!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins received some very polarizing reviews when it launched this October (I haven’t had a chance to check out the game yet, so I’m not sure where my opinion sits), but that doesn’t mean that the upcoming Initiation DLC doesn’t look very cool.

The Initiation Challenge Map Add-On focuses on Bruce Wayne before he donned his cowl, and introduces a new challenge campaign with four unique challenge maps and two original skins — Initiation Bruce Wayne and Vigilante Bruce Wayne.

Set high in the Paektu-San Mountains of North Korea, the Initiation Add-On follows a young Bruce Wayne as he faces his ultimate test. Players will embark upon a series of challenge maps that test their martial arts training across exotic locales, including a bamboo forest and a mountain top monastery. Combat fresh enemies and face an epic final test to prove your worthiness to Bruce’s greatest and most pitiless teacher, Kirigi.

The DLC pack hits PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and PC tomorrow. Be sure to let us know what you thought of the base game, and if you’ll be picking up this DLC!

‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Launch Trailer Debuts Online, Is Absolutely Fantastic

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins is just two days away from stores, and Warner Bros. Interactive has just released a phenomenal launch trailer for the game.

The action-packed trailer takes us through some important points in the title, and it definitely shows off some of the game’s new voice talent (like the new Batman, Roger Craig Smith, who we just had on the show).

We just saw a 17-minute gameplay walkthrough of the game yesterday, and after seeing the launch trailer today, it’s very clear that WB Games Montreal has done an incredible job with the franchise. Take a look at the newest trailer below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins releases this Friday for PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and PC.

http://youtu.be/9k3hi3oGq6A

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

17-Minute Gameplay Walkthrough For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Now Online!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. Interactive today debuted a 17-minute gameplay walkthrough for this week’s release of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The video features Senior Producer Ben Mattes and Gameplay Director Michael McIntyre at WB Games Montréal, who guide you through the mechanics of the new title, highlighting the game’s deep combat system and engrossing narrative. In the video,  you’ll see the Dark Knight explore the Batcave, beat down on thugs and infiltrate a corrupt Gotham City Police Department.

I think that anyone who may have been worried about Arkham Origins failing to live up to the Arkham standard can now rest assured, the game looks awesome. Take a look at the video below, and let us know if you’ll be picking up Origins this Friday!

Looking for more Batman: Arkham Origins? Batman voice actor Roger Craig-Smith was a guest on last week’s episode of Geekscape!

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Geekscape Mobile: ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Now Available On iOS!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Earlier this week we showed you the first trailer for NetherRealm Studios’ mobile edition of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The studio, which recently released the phenomenal Injustice: Gods Among Us, and also developed the 2011 iOS title Batman: Arkham City Lockdown, Origins looks like a great evolution of their previous mobile Batman title.

You’ll play as Batman as he fights his way through Gotham City’s most dangerous locales and encounters a number of DC Comics’ most deadly assassins. As you progress, you’ll be able to upgrade your character’s skills and fighting tactics, but you’ll also be able to unlock a number of unique Batsuits by earning in-game currency and rewards, and fans that also own a console version of the game will be able to access exclusive bonus content that is not available elsewhere.

Batman: Arkham Origins is available now for iOS, while the Android version is expected later this holiday season. Head here to download the title, and be sure to let us know if you enjoy it! The console version of Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th.

Watch Two New TV Spots For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. today debuted two new TV spots for next week’s highly anticipated release of Batman: Arkham Origins.

The game is looking fantastic so far, but of course, many have been worried that it wouldn’t have a chance at matching the quality of the first two titles in the series. First, Rocksteady Studios is not developing the game (it’s instead being handled directly by Warner Bros. Interactive), and second, neither Kevin Conroy nor Mark Hamill are involved with the title.

Troy Baker, the new voice of The Joker, recently recited a monologue from Alan Moore’s The Killing Joke, and it was wonderful. Roger Craig Smith sounds great as Batman (and was also on tonight’s Geekscape, look for the link later), and early buzz for the game has been excellent. At this point in the game’s cycle, I don’t think that we have anything to worry about.

Take a look at the spots below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th!

http://youtu.be/7Do5s6_dgwU

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Geekscape Mobile: ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Headed To iOS and Android!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: It seems as though a version of Batman: Arkham Origins is headed to nearly every game-playing device on the planet. Warner Bros. has announced that a mobile edition of Batman: Arkham Origins will be coming to iOS and Android devices this holiday season.

Developed by NetherRealm Studios, who recently released the phenomenal Injustice: Gods Among Us, and also developed the 2011 iOS title Batman: Arkham City Lockdown, Origins looks like a great evolution of their previous mobile Batman title.

You’ll play as Batman as he fights his way through Gotham City’s most dangerous locales and encounters a number of DC Comics’ most deadly assassins. As you progress, you’ll be able to upgrade your character’s skills and fighting tactics, but you’ll also be able to unlock a number of unique Batsuits by earning in-game currency and rewards, and fans that also own a console version of the game will be able to access exclusive bonus content that is not available elsewhere.

Batman: Arkham City Lockdown was a fantastic mobile experience, and a great on-the-go companion to Arkham City. The game felt a lot like Infinity Blade (which isn’t a bad thing), but definitely had a certain charm that’s present with all NetherRealm titles. If you haven’t played it already, I’d definitely recommend giving Arkham City Lockdown a download, as it’ll give you a great idea of what the Arkham Origins mobile game will feel like.

Watch the first trailer for the mobile version of Batman: Arkham Origins below, and let us know what you think!

Deathstroke Featured In New ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Trailer

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: With just over a month to go until Batman: Arkham Origins hits stores, Warner Bros. Interactive has debuted a new trailer for the game showcasing the Deathstroke Challenge Pack that’s included with preorders.

The pack includes (of course) Deathstroke as a playable character (complete with three costumes), a 100-to-1 mode, and two exclusive challenge maps. The pack looks like a lot of fun, and should definitely be able to sway a few people into preordering.

Take a look at the new trailer below, and let us know if you’re excited! atman: Arkham Origins hits PS3, Xbox 360, PC, and Wii U (sans multiplayer) on October 25th!

http://youtu.be/NgIClc6y3cU

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Geekscape 302: It’s All About Videogames With Jake108!

by Jonathan

Jacob Lopez is Geekscape’s longest running videogame writer! Six years ago, Jacob (known as Jake108 around these parts) asked to do a preview of Halo 3 for the site and the rest is history. Now on the verge of GTA 5, Batman Arkham Origins and the rest of the Fall releases, Jake and I sit down to talk about what’s exciting and not so exciting. We also provide an update on the PS4 vs XBox One debate and discuss the drawbacks of buying on Day 1 Also, Josh Jackson calls in to offer his 2 cents on the debate and talk about why he’s not going to replay Wind Waker and a familiar Geekscapist calls in to talk about removing my skin! Yippee!

 

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‘Batman: Arkham Origins: Blackgate’ Looks Awesome, Watch A New Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: I felt pretty iffy about Batman: Arkham Origins: Blackgate when it was first announced. A sidescrolling, hand-held only spinoff of the franchise to be released on the same day as its console brethren felt like a simple cash-grab, and a way to monetize those without a home console.

How wrong I was. Blackgate looks bad-ass.

A new trailer takes us through Blackgate‘s plot (which sadly sounds nearly identical to Arkham Asylum), and gives us a good look into the gameplay. I’m not sure if the cutscenes shown are directly from the game, or created just for the marketing, but I seriously hope they’re in the final product as they look wonderful.

Take a look at the short trailer below, and let us know what you think! Batman: Arkham Origins: Blackgate hits 3DS and PS Vita on October 25th! Maybe this will finally give me a reason to dust off the ol’ Sony handheld.

Watch A New Trailer For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Just yesterday, we saw some new Batman: Arkham Origins screenshots that gave us a great look at the game’s Batcave (among other things). Today, Warner Bros. Interactive debuted a new trailer, filled with never-before-seen footage for the anticipated title.

The trailer does a great job of garnering even more excitement for the game, and also reveals one of Black Mask’s assassins, Firefly. Take a look at the trailer below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins hits PS3, Xbox 360, PC, and Wii U (sans multiplayer) on October 25th!

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Batcave Revealed In New ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Screenshots!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Batman: Arkham Origins is now just a few months away from stores, and Warner Bros. Interactive has just debuted some new screenshots for the title.

The new screens offer what appears to be a pretty neat reveal: Origins will feature the Batcave. Sure, we got a glimpse of it all the way back in Arkham Asylum, but maybe this time we’ll be free to visit?

Take a look at the screenshots below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to the game! Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th, 2013!

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Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Collector’s Edition Revealed!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Warner Bros. Interactive today revealed a pretty fantastic collector’s edition of Batman: Arkham Origins. 

The package will hit shelves along with the regular edition on October 25th. The collector’s edition will be available for the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions of the game (sorry again, Wii U owners), and will retail for $119.99.

Take a look at an image of the collection below (click for larger), and read on for all of its contents!

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Pretty cool, huh? Here’s what the pack contains:

-Exclusive Arkham Origins highly detailed premium statue featuring LED effects produced by TriForce
-80-page, full-color hardcover art book measuring approx. 7.5” x 10.75” x .5”
-2 key pieces of evidence taken directly from the Gotham City Police Department crime lab
-Batman Wanted Poster
-Batwing Prototype Schematic
-Anarky logo stencil
-Glow-In-The-Dark map of Gotham City
-Wayne Family Photo
-Assassin’s Intel Dossier, including files on the 8 assassins, as well as Black Mask’s contract
-1st Appearance Batman Skin: Look just like Batman did during his first appearance in Detective Comics #27, released in 1939.
-Deathstroke Challenge Pack – Unlock the ability to play as one of the world’s deadliest assassins! Usable throughout all the Arkham Origins Challenge maps. Also includes two bonus challenge maps and two bonus Deathstroke Skins.
-Bonus (not available in Australia / New Zealand): Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics– This new feature-length documentary from Warner Bros Home Entertainment focuses on DC Comics’ most terrifying villains. Legendary actor Christopher Lee narrates the film.
-The PS3 edition will also include the Knightfall pack as an exclusive piece of content

Sounds pretty cool, but will you be dropping $120 on it?

Multiplayer Coming To ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’, Watch The First Trailer

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: While it’s been rumoured since the game’s announcement, it only just became official: Batman: Arkham Origins will mark the series’ first multiplayer offering.

Created by Brink (uh-oh?) developer Splash Damage, the game’s multiplayer campaign is titled “Silent Predator”, and features some intriging 3 vs. 3 vs. 2 gameplay. Three players act as Joker’s thugs, three as Bane’s, and the other team consists of Batman and Robin (Tim Drake). The Joker and Bane teams will be playing the game as a third-person shooter, while Batman and Robin will be sneaking through the shadows trying to one-up their opponents. It sounds almost like a spiritual successor to Splinter Cell’s fantastic Spies vs. Mercs multiplayer mode.

Take a look at the first trailer for Batman: Arkham Origins multiplayer below, and let us know if you’re excited. The mode will be available on PC, Xbox 360, and PS3… so every platform except for Wii U.

http://youtu.be/EYR9plVWNsY

Watch The First TV Spot For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Bah. This game can’t release soon enough.

Warner Bros. Interactive has debuted the first TV spot for the upcoming Batman: Arkham Origins. The preview is short, sweet, and to the point, featuring an extremely quick duel between Batman and Deathstroke.

Of course, the purpose of the spot is to advertise the fact that you can play as Deathstroke if you preorder the title. Sounds like a pretty good incentive, huh?

Watch the first spot below, and let us know what you think! Batman: Arkham Origins hits stores on October 25th!

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

New Gameplay Trailer For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

E3 attendees (those lucky jerks) will have the chance to play Batman: Arkham Origins on the show floor tomorrow, but for everyone else, Warner Bros. Interactive has revealed a new gameplay trailer for the title.

The preview features a ton of awesome in-game footage, and should quell most worries that gamers had about the title. Arkham Origins looks awesome, and I can’t wait to get my hands on it.

Watch the trailer below, and let us know what you think! Batman: Arkham Origins hits stores this Fall!

Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

New Teaser Image For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Following the full trailer from just a few days ago, Warner Bros. Interactive has released a new teaser image for the upcoming Batman: Arkham Origins. The image reveals nothing new about the game, but does spotlight the legions of villains you’re set to face in the game.

Are you looking forward to Arkham Origins, or are you on the fence since it isn’t being developed by Rocksteady? Take a look at the image below, and let us know what you think!

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Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline occurring several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains and assassins, the game showcases a young, raw, unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, witness identities being formed and key relationships being forged.

Kevin Conroy Confirmed For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’! UPDATE: Maybe Not? Plus A New Trailer!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Remember that terrible rumour from April stating that series regular Kevin Conroy wouldn’t be returning to voice Batman in Batman: Arkham Origins, and that Warner Bros. Interactive was instead looking for younger talent for this Arkham prequel?

Well… it wasn’t true.

During this weekend’s Dallas Comic Con, Conroy confirmed his involvement in the new title, and the fact that he’s been working on it for more than nine months. Conroy certainly sounds excited for the project, as outlined in the conference video below (the Arkham Origins talk opens the Q&A, though the whole presentation is worth the watch)!

We know that a lot of you were extremely disappointed when the rumour began to make its rounds. Are you feeling better about the game now that you know of Conroy’s involvement?

Batman: Arkham Origins releases on October 25th!

Update: Things are getting a little confusing here. Despite Conroy confirming his involvement in the game, Warner Bros. Interactive today announced that Roger Craig Smith (Ezio in Assassin’s Creed, Chris Redfield in Resident Evil) will portray Batman in Arkham Origins. It was also revealed that Troy Baker (Booker DeWitt in the amazing Bioshock Infinite) will voice the Joker.

Now, what does this mean? Could Batman: Arkham Origins have us jumping through time and playing as both an older and younger Batman? Could Conroy be playing a different character entirely? Maybe Conroy was confused, and actually talking about Rocksteady’s upcoming, unannounced title?

Let us know what you think of the new casting, and watch a new trailer for the game below!

‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Gets Eight New Screenshots, Kevin Conroy Not Returning?

by Derek Kraneveldt

Warner Bros. Interactive today released a nice new batch of screenshots for their upcoming, highly anticipated prequel, Batman: Arkham Origins. The shots look fantastic, but fail to really reveal anything that we didn’t already know about the game. In any case, it looks like the title is coming together quite nicely, and it better be, as October is just six months away.

In other news, it looks like Batman may be getting a new set of pipes. Kotaku has learned (via South Africa’s NAG Magazine) that Warner Bros. Montreal has decided to look for younger talent to voice the Dark Knight, as “the game features Batman in his early years.” It makes sense, but it’s still sad news for us fans. The news hasn’t been confirmed by either Conroy or Warner Bros. however, so there’s always the chance that it’s not true (fingers crossed).

Check out the new stills below, and let us know what you think! Batman: Arkham Origins hits shelves on October 25th!

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Check out more screenshots from Batman: Arkham Origins here.

First ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’ Screenshots Revealed!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Following yesterday’s awesome (yet basically footageless) announcement trailer, the first screenshots from Batman: Arkham Origins are now available for your viewing pleasure. The screenshots feature plenty of the baddies we’ll be dealing with in this Arkham prequel, including Deathstroke, Black Mask, and the Penguin.

Now, if you didn’t catch it in the news yesterday, Arkham Origins is not being crafted by Rocksteady. This time around, Warner Bros. Games Montreal is taking care of the game’s development, while Rocksteady works on a secret, not yet announced project. My biggest concern is that this different team won’t be able to match the sheer quality of the first two titles, but as Rocksteady has given the Montreal team its blessing, Origins should turn out pretty fantastic.

Check out the screenshots below (click for larger versions), and let us know what you think! Batman: Arkham Origins (and its portable spinoff, Blackgate) hit shelves on October 25th.

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Source: Gameinformer

‘Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate’ Announced For 3DS And Vita

by Derek Kraneveldt

Along with today’s announcement of Batman: Arkham Origins, Warner Bros. Interactive announced a very exciting portable spinoff.

Very little information was announced about this side project, but we do know that it’s being developed by Armature Studios, a relatively new developer… made up largely of ex Retro Studios employees (creators of the Metroid Prime trilogy). Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate will release for 3DS and Vita on the same day as its console sibling (October 25th). It’s said to be a 2.5D Super Metroid / Castlevania style action game. That sounds absolutely amazing.

Look for more news from both games in the coming weeks. We couldn’t be more excited!

Side scrolling Batman makes for a good time.
Side scrolling Batman makes for a good time.

First Look & Announcement Trailer Released For ‘Batman: Arkham Origins’

by Shawn Madden

Game Informer has revealed the cover to their May issue which features  first look at the now confirmed Batman: Arkham Origins.Warner Bros. Games Montreal has taken over from Rocksteady Studios but has full access to the studio’s custom modified Unreal engine to capture the look and feel of the previous games. The next game in the series will take us back to the beginning of the caped crusader as he faces off against some of his villains for the first time. Check out the announcement trailer below.

“Eight of the best assassins in the world have come to Gotham City for one night, Christmas Eve of all nights, to kill the Bat.”

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Batman: Arkham Origins is set to be released October 25, 2013.

Source: Game Informer