LEGO Batman: The Videogame
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About LEGO Batman: The Videogame
LEGO Batman: The Videogame launched in September 2008 from developer Traveller's Tales. It brings the beloved brick-building formula to the DC Comics universe featuring the Dark Knight and his rogues gallery. You can play this on almost any console available at the time including PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, PSP, Mac, and PC. The story flips the script by letting you switch sides to play as villains like the Joker or Penguin after the main campaign finishes. This setup creates a chaotic playground where you smash buildings and steal vehicles while collecting studs to unlock new characters. It is a straightforward action adventure that leans hard into comedy rather than serious storytelling.
Gameplay
Sessions revolve around moving between levels that mix platforming with puzzle solving. You control Batman or Robin to swing across Gotham using grappling hooks and destroy breakable objects for red studs. Combat involves light brawling where you mash buttons to defeat henchmen before facing larger boss fights. The game features a hub area where you can enter vehicles like the Batmobile to drive through open streets. Later stages let you play as villains who use different abilities like poison gas or freezing breath. Multiplayer works well in split screen for two people since many puzzles require simultaneous button presses. Controls feel loose but responsive enough to navigate the vertical level design without getting stuck on geometry.
What Players Think
Players on PlayPile have logged significant time with this title over the years. The IGDB score sits at 74.6 out of 100 based on 266 ratings which suggests solid reception among fans. Average playtime hovers around 15 hours for a standard run but completionists spend much longer hunting every single collectible. Community moods lean heavily toward nostalgic fun rather than technical perfection. Users often mention the charm of playing as villains in their reviews. The price point is currently very low at $2.69 on Gamesplanet after an 87% discount which makes it a steal for anyone who missed it back in 2008. Achievement data shows that many players finish the game but only a fraction manage to get every single character unlock.
PlayPile's Take
This title is worth buying if you want a cheap way to spend an afternoon with friends on split screen. The $2.69 price tag makes it hard to justify skipping even though the controls feel dated compared to modern standards. You will find about 40 achievements to chase down which adds replay value beyond the story mode. Fans of simple beat em ups will enjoy the constant action while those seeking deep narrative might find the plot thin. The villain campaign offers enough variety to keep things interesting for a second playthrough. Grab it now before the price goes up since historical lows rarely drop below this point.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
IGDB Rating
74.6
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