Batman™: Arkham Origins — Is It Worth Playing?

As of December 4, 2016, the online services portion of Batman: Arkham Origins has been retired.

Oct 24, 2013Shooterby WB Games Montreal$3.99
Quick verdict Batman™: Arkham Origins holds 90% positive across 44,565 Steam reviews. It's on our trending radar. If you enjoy Shooter games like Enter the Chronosphere, GET OUT! – A Very Bad Dreams Story, MECH OPS 2092, it's an easy one to check out.

About Batman™: Arkham Origins

As of December 4, 2016, the online services portion of Batman: Arkham Origins has been retired. We thank those that have joined us to battle. The Single player campaign may still be played and enjoyed offline. For any questions relating to Batman: Arkham Origins, please contact WB Games customer service. Batman™: Arkham Origins is the next installment in the blockbuster Batman: Arkham videogame franchise. Developed by WB Games Montréal, the game features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline set several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City, the first two critically acclaimed games of the franchise. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous criminals, the game showcases a young and 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. Key Features: The Arkham Story Begins: Batman: Arkham Origins features a pivotal tale set on Christmas Eve where Batman is hunted by eight of the deadliest assassins from the DC Comics Universe. Players become an early-career Batman as he encounters for the first time many of the characters that shape his future. Enhanced Detective Mode: Think like Batman with an all-new Case File system that allows players to analyze seemingly impossible-to-solve crime reconstructions in real time. Combining Batman’s cowl sensors with the Batcomputer, players can digitally recreate crimes and study detailed simulation of the act as it happened. Gotham City will learn to fear Batman: Take back the sprawling streets of Gotham years before its transformation into Arkham City. Glide above or battle your way through new and ever more dangerous districts in the quest for justice. Prevent crimes in progress, take down gangs of violent new criminals and explore deadly new locations, from the impoverished streets to the penthouses of Gotham’s wealthy. Gotham’s Most Wanted: The city streets are filled with more than just Black Mask’s assassins. Locate and take down Gotham’s most violent and dangerous criminals to earn unique upgrades. Lethal New Enemies: Fight new foes such as the Armored Enforcer, the Martial Artist and more – each of which challenge players to approach Batman’s FreeFlow Combat scenarios in different ways. Classic FreeFlow combat is expanded with every new opponent – and with Batman’s abilities to engage them. New Gadgets: Utilize Batman’s signature gadgets or take advantage of powerful new additions such as the Remote Claw, the Concussion Detonator and more. Use the Remote Claw to create new routes by deploying strategic tightropes or directly attack enemies by stringing them up from vantage points. Ready the Concussion Detonator to stun and disorient groups of opponents in close combat. New and Familiar Characters: Experience a fresh take on iconic Batman characters including Black Mask, Penguin, Deathstroke, Bane, Deadshot, Anarky, Captain Gordon, The Joker, Copperhead, Firefly and others yet to be revealed.

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Key Stats

Steam reviews
90% · 44,565
Genre
Shooter
Developer
WB Games Montreal
Release
Oct 24, 2013
Price
$3.99

Should You Play Batman™: Arkham Origins?

Who it's for: fans of Shooter games like Enter the Chronosphere, GET OUT! – A Very Bad Dreams Story, MECH OPS 2092.

As of December 4, 2016, the online services portion of Batman: Arkham Origins has been retired. We thank those that have joined us to battle. The Single player campaign may still be played and enjoyed offline. For any questions relating to Batman: Arkham Origins, please contact WB Games customer service. Batman™: Arkham Origins is the next installment in the blockbuster Batman: Arkham videogame franchise. Developed by WB Games Montréal, the game features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline set several years before the eve…

Batman™: Arkham Origins is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows

Minimum

OS *: 32-bit: Vista, Win 7, Win 8 · Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.4 GHz / AMD Athlon X2, 2.8 GHz · Memory: 2 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS / AMD Radeon HD 3850 or better with 512 MB of VRAM · DirectX®: 9.0c · Hard Drive Space: 20 GB · Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection · Additional Notes: Windows XP and DirectX® 9.0b and below not supported

Recommended

OS *: 64-bit: Vista, Win 7, Win 8 · Processor: Intel Core i5-750, 2.67 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4 GHz · Memory: 4 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / AMD Radeon HD 6950 or better with 768 MB+ of VRAM (DirectX 11 Compatible) · DirectX®: 11 · Hard Drive Space: 20 GB · Other Requirements: Broadband Internet connection · Additional Notes: Windows XP and DirectX® 9.0b and below not supported

Batman™: Arkham Origins — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Batman™: Arkham Origins release?
Batman™: Arkham Origins released on Oct 24, 2013 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Batman™: Arkham Origins?
Batman™: Arkham Origins is a Shooter game. As of December 4, 2016, the online services portion of Batman: Arkham Origins has been retired.
Is Batman™: Arkham Origins multiplayer or co-op?
No — Batman™: Arkham Origins is listed as single-player only on Steam.
Is Batman™: Arkham Origins on Steam Deck or consoles?
Batman™: Arkham Origins runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Batman™: Arkham Origins cost?
Batman™: Arkham Origins is priced at $3.99 on Steam.
What are Batman™: Arkham Origins's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Batman™: Arkham Origins worth playing in 2026?
Yes — Batman™: Arkham Origins holds 90% positive across 44,565 Steam reviews, making it an easy recommendation in 2026.
Who made Batman™: Arkham Origins?
Batman™: Arkham Origins is developed by WB Games Montreal and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.
What games is Batman™: Arkham Origins similar to?
Batman™: Arkham Origins sits alongside Shooter games such as Enter the Chronosphere, GET OUT! – A Very Bad Dreams Story, MECH OPS 2092.
What platforms is Batman™: Arkham Origins on?
Batman™: Arkham Origins is available on Windows.

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