LEGO Batman: The Videogame
About the Game
LEGO Batman is based on the other games of the same name, with multiple changes made to accommodate the DS platform and take advantage of its unique features. It adds a new Villain Hunt minigame, several new character abilities and more unlockable characters. Batman's enemies have teamed up and Batman and Robin must co-operate to stop them.
Story & Setting
The first time through, you play with set characters determined by the plot, but once a level is beaten in story mode, you can go back through in free play with any character.
Gameplay & Core Systems
Batman & Robin have three chapters of five levels each. The narrative is told between levels using comic-book style still frames The villains have the same levels, but the story is different, as are the object and enemy placements. In each level, you play as two characters and can tag between them at any time. You advance through the levels by defeating enemies, platforming and solving puzzles.
Standout Features
- LEGO Batman is based on the other games of the same name, with multiple changes made to accommodate the DS platform and take advantage of its unique features.
- Villain Hunt: It adds a new Villain Hunt minigame, several new character abilities and more unlockable characters.
- Arkham Asylum: You can unlock a secret path to Arkham Asylum, which serves as their hub.
- In each level, you play as two characters and can tag between them at any time.
- As with the pedestrian levels, you must also find hidden items and areas.
- The first time through, you play with set characters determined by the plot, but once a level is beaten in story mode, you can go back through in free play with any character.
- Characters have different abilities which can be used to access special areas and find secrets.
- Freeze is immune to freezing gas and can walk to areas that would freeze Batman, meanwhile, Batman can double-jump and get on ledges that are too high for Mr.
Modes & Ways to Play
The first time through, you play with set characters determined by the plot, but once a level is beaten in story mode, you can go back through in free play with any character.
Player support includes Co-Op and 2 Players.
