Batman: Arkham City for Xbox 360 Reviews by Gamers

Never one for comic books or a great passion for the superhero genre I was hesitant to try this game. I'm glad I took the chance. The story line is apparent but a bit hard to follow. The cut and cinematic scenes are decent, brief, and keep the game rolling. You'll find that almost every main character you encounter, you'll end up fighting, and there is basically one primary offense you'll end up using to bring them down.

A few times during the game, I found I wasn't sure which way to proceed and "Detective Mode" was of no help. However, this was very few and far between.

Before encountering a boss, you'll encounter the same scenario over and over again. You'll need to traverse a level, dispatch guards along the way, and until you reach the "boss's lair." Once there you'll repetitiously use the gargoyle perches to dispatch the main guard units before squaring off with the boss.

There are a ton of side missions which I did not do other than collecting Riddler's trophys that I had encountered along the way. I want to say that the side missions were a bit overkill but then again, straying from the main campaign, and I tire easily.

Controls were a bit quirky but very manageable. You'll use every aspect of your controller.

The main campaign is fairly short. I think it took me approx. 5 hours to complete the game. Last of the bad...there is a ton of stuff going on. It may be my preference but I like a game to keep rolling and it's entirely to easy to get side tracked from your main objectives.

Now forget everything I just said! This game is awesome!! Character innovation, movement, and overall game-play is the key to this games success. It's an absolute blast to play. Batman's gadgets are extensive, unique, and innovative. If you like 1st person, action-type games...don't pass this one up. If, within the first ten minutes of play, you're still unsure... get accustomed and keep playing. You'll love this game!