Is there a new Batman: Arkham game on the way in 2013?

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I wonder if they'll weave Robin into the main story too. Seeing as how it is set only five-ish years before Arkham City and by then we were on Tim Drake, I don't see it being beyond the realms of possibility.

[DC 536]

The official website now has profiles up on some of the characters confirmed for the game... and in the last profile, a passing reference of someone hitherto unmentioned.

 

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Batman

 

Anonymous Vigilante - Conflicting reports of the suspect range from a highly trained individual or group of individuals, to allegations of a “large winged creature.” Sporadic sightings were first reported two years ago, though frequency of sightings is up 80% in last six months. Limited photographic and forensic evidence suggests a single individual – a white male adult - utilizing a dark, militarized armor with unexplained high mobility.

 

Various statements indicate the suspect is armed with hi-tech weaponry and tools, which may allow for rapid deployment and navigation between buildings. Unsubstantiated claims indicate the suspect employs unlicensed low-flying aircraft.

 

Multiple outstanding warrants for “The Batman” exist, including: assault with a deadly weapon against both criminals and law enforcement officers, breaking and entering, carrying a concealed weapon, interfering with a crime scene, and fleeing the scene of a crime. Considered armed and extremely dangerous. Multiple cases of resisting arrest have proven suspect both an expert hand-to-hand combatant and evasion specialist.

 

Black Mask

 

Roman Sionis - Gotham City business owner Roman Sionis is alleged to be one of the city’s most powerful crime lords, though no convictions have ever been made. Sionis maintains several “legitimate” businesses - many of which are believed to be fronts for illegal operations. Notable businesses in his portfolio include: Janus Cosmetics, Gotham Merchants’ Bank, and the now-defunct Sionis Steel Works. Sionis has been charged with embezzling city funds, murder, racketeering, distribution of illegal narcotics, and other offenses, but never convicted. In previous trials, witnesses for the prosecution have been known to recant, die, or disappear. Investigation is ongoing.

 

Deathstroke

 

Slade Wilson - FBI files link Slade Wilson to the assassination of various offshore dictators and business people. Less is known about his domestic activities. Additional skills include: Weapons expert. Demolitions expert. Close quarters combat. Ambush techniques.

 

Following his military service, Wilson worked for various private military contractors before striking out on his own – and allegedly becoming one of the highest paid contract killers in the world, specializing in high profile assassinations.

 

CONFIRMED METAHUMAN STATUS – experimental speed and strength enhancements of unknown origin. Suspect should be assumed to be armed with multiple weapons, and considered expert with edged weapons, firearms and explosives. Distinguishing characteristics include an impaired right eye, graying hair, and orange accented black body armor.

 

Bane

 

Name Unknown - The fugitive known as “Bane” is currently on the run and wanted by the sovereign government of Santa Prisca following a prison break from Pena Duro penitentiary. While no records have been found to substantiate this, rumors allege Bane was born and raised within the prison walls. Bane is believed to be travelling with a large group of mercenaries who refer to themselves only as “Followers”.

 

Bane is rumored to have larger-than-normal size and extraordinary strength – though this is believed to be as a result of his abuse of performance enhancing drugs. Witnesses report observing temporary changes in musculature and bone structure in certain circumstances, but without physical proof this is regarded as unreliable testimony.

 

Individual is deemed extremely dangerous – and as cunning as he is physically strong. While he is often armed, his extreme physical strength is considered a deadly weapon even when he is unarmed.

 

Deadshot

 

Floyd Lawton - Prior to his dishonorable discharge, Lawton received “Expert” level Army Marksmanship Qualification Badges in all AR670-1 weapon categories. Academy instructors remarked that he didn’t find directly hitting targets a challenge and has a tendency to insert his own additional requirements in order to “make things interesting”.

 

Little is known about Lawton since his discharge, though he is a suspect in connection with several murders and assassinations, all of which involved uniquely complex ballistic scenarios at long range.

 

Federal and Interpol warrants have been issued but never served, and Federal warrants alternate between valid and rescinded. Lawton should be considered armed and extremely dangerous. Known for high-risk tactics to decrease his survivability and increase difficulty of any task at hand. It is highly likely that Lawton harbors a death wish – consider this when engaging the suspect.

 

Copperhead

 

Copperhead - "Copperhead" is a possible group identity or floating moniker.

 

Initial reports of a contract killer using the name "Copperhead" have appeared in various South American Criminal Databases. Reports were, however, inconsistent: conflicting intelligence suggests "Copperhead" may be a pair or even a group of individuals, both male and female, operating under the pseudonym. Analysts suggest Guatemala is the center of operations of this identity.

 

Consistent elements include snake-themed tattoo markings, and non-restrictive garment to aid with agility. At least two known suspects have been known to avoid wearing footwear.

 

Some elements are consistent across all reports, and will be represented here. All reports indicate the killer is highly mobile, with an extremely flexible physiology. Case detectives suggest that the individual uses this ability to gain access to structures via small accessways, vents, and construction imperfections. Attributed killings are consistently either asphyxiation, fracture of the cervical vertebrae, or death through the application of exotic poisons.

 

Anarky

 

Name Unknown - Earlier reports flagged suspect as graffiti artist with an anti-authority/anarchist leanings. Suspected of organizing radical protests, occupying public spaces and erecting tent cities, and other public disturbances. Uses social media and hacktivism to harass political figures, business leaders, and peace officers. Targets individuals and organizations of financial success or prominence. Reports of recent radicalization from undercover officers. Acquisition of well-known precursors suggest attempts at manufacturing explosive devices. Anarky is wanted on charges of trespassing, destruction of public property, destruction of government property, and unregistered demonstrations. Has been added to domestic terrorist watch.

 

Penguin

 

Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot - Initially affiliated with various street gangs and suspected of opportunistic fencing, Cobblepot is now believed to be the mastermind of an underground arms trade business. Additional alleged illegal businesses include a city-wide gambling ring, international arms smuggling, racketeering, and murder. Recent rumors also have him running an underground, unlicensed fighting ring. Several warrants exist for Cobblepot’s arrest, but he has never been served, due to a highly secretive off-the-grid lifestyle. Cobblepot’s name is not on the lease for any of his businesses, he owns no property, and pays no bills in his own name.

 

Of note: The only transaction Cobblepot has been officially associated with was the purchase of the Final Offer, an aging Somaliland-registered freighter believed to operate in U.S. waters.

 

Alberto Falcone

 

Alberto Falcone - Black sheep of the well-known Falcone family; medical records indicate a history of mental instability. Extent of his involvement in the family’s alleged criminal activities is unknown. Psychological records curated by Blackgate psychologist Hugo Strange suggest Falcone suffers from dissociative identity disorder. Though not currently under active investigation, the department psychologist has issued mental health warnings: it’s only a matter of time before he snaps.

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BATCAVE!

 

BATWING!

 

ALFRED!

 

ALFRED PUTTING BRUCE IN HIS PLACE!

 

BANE ON VENOM!!

 

BANE BREAKING THE BAT??!!

 

FIREFLY!!

[Guest John Hancock]

This shit is gangster.

[DC 536]

Word!

[DC 536]

Here's the first trailer for Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate for the handhelds and it looks fantastic fun to play.

 

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There's also a German video doing the rounds showing actual gameplay as Batman faces the challenge of Firefly.

 

MILD SPOILERS CONTAINED WITHIN

 

As you'd expect, it plays exactly the same as the previous games and it seems the Firefly mission is quite far into the game due to the state of Batman's costume.

 

There's also a brief shot of what appears to be a(n almost) full gadget wheel with most of the slots taken with gizmos we have seen before. Two of them are definitely new, with one being the double-grapple hook we've seen in previous trailers and the other slot (two-pushes right) is not clear what it could be.

 

[DC 536]

Amazon are doing a great deal at the moment. You can pre-order on Xbox360 or PS3 for only £30.00.

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The two costumes look great, but the Azrael one is bad-ass.

[King 277]

The reviews are out and they seem to think it's the low point of the series.

 

http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/batman-arkham-origins-review/1900-6415506/

 

http://ie.ign.com/articles/2013/10/25/batman-arkham-origins-review

[Guest Ciaran The King]

This out today?

[King 277]

It is if you have a chipped console :)

[ViciousPrism 177]

It is if you want to actually buy it.

 

Also, doesn't seem to be as bad as I assumed when I saw "Weakest of the series". Sure, there's quite a bit of "if it ain't broke don't fix it" going on, but they were handed the reins from Rocksteady, the original creative driving force of the series. I wasn't expecting anything special. Might pick it up when it gets cheaper. I'm going to waste all my money buying WWE 2K14 next week. (Best game since HCTP! No lie! Maybe a little lie.)

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[BRM 220]

Whoever designed Priory Bridge wants a clip round the ear hole.

[Guest Ciaran The King]

I'm in two minds about this game, I don't wanna be disappointed!!!!!

[Guest Edgehead]

I decided to give it a miss. I've read too many bad reviews to ignore

[Guest Ciaran The King]

I'll defo get it when it's reduced

[BRM 220]

If you like the 2 previous games then you'll like this. I'm even finding the story to be more enjoyable than the games predecessors.

 

But the maps just too big, and it has a habit of sending you from 1 side of It to another consistently.

 

I wouldn't say It's as polished as the other 2 games either, I've found a few glitches and have had It freeze on me a few times. Geniuely get the impression that the games been rushed out to beat the wave of next gen consoles.

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[DC 536]

Warner Bros. have a "huge" announcement on 31/12/13.

 

Rumours are that it's either a story DLC for Origins or a reveal for a PS4 Arkham game (the one that Kevin Conroy said he was working on)