15 Years Ago, Batman: Arkham Asylum Changed Superhero Games Forever
Now and then you see something that reminds you that the passage of time marches on so quickly that it’s nearly imperceptible. Yesterday, August 25, was Batman: Arkham Asylum’s 15th anniversary. That’s right. What is arguably the most well-regarded game starring Bruce Wayne ever made is old enough for a learner’s permit. The Arkham series has seen better days, as the most recent entry in Rocksteady’s DC universe, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, is rightfully divisive. But looking back at where it all began, Arkham Asylum was a truly remarkable experience that set a new bar for what we expect out of a superhero game. If you’ve never played it, the original game and its sequels are bundled on sale on Xbox, PlayStation and Humble Bundle for less than $10 – Kenneth Shepard Read More
