Batman: Arkham Shadow
October 22, 2024
Batman: Arkham Shadow is an action-adventure video game developed by Camouflaj and published by Oculus Studios. The second virtual reality game in the Batman: Arkham series and a sequel to Batman: Arkham Origins, Shadow released for Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S.
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86.8
36 critic reviews
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Critic Reviews (36)
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95.0
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92.0
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78.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is easily the best the Bat has ever played in VR, iterating upon the design tentpoles of its flat screen counterparts to make roleplaying as the Dark Knight a real thrill. While there are currently some technical …"
Read original review"Green light for the new Batman: Arkham Shadow, a title that keeps its promises by bringing one of the most popular franchises on the traditional gaming landscape to Meta headsets."
Read original review"Batman Arkham Shadow brings the gameplay of Batman&s;s previous adventures to virtual reality, and it does so in masterful fashion, culminating a new story in which combat, investigation, and stealth feel like never before in the series. Now you are …"
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75.0
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80.0
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70.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a real achievement for the team at Camouflaj and a milestone in VR superhero games. With a reach story, challenging yet seamlessly coordinated combat, and decent stealth scenarios, Batman: Arkham Shadow is the perfect place to …"
Read original review"The combat can be a little unforgiving depending on your fitness level, but this really is a VR Arkham game in every way."
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78.0
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82.0
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76.0
"I found Arkham Shadow to be a great game. This one flaw caused frustrations at the beginning, but once I was aware that this is what happens, I found it a lot easier to continue through my playthrough. There’s a …"
Read original review"Batman: Arkham Shadow pays homage to the Arkham games as if solely developed by Rocksteady itself. Incredible combat, a fantastic cast of characters, and the opportunity to feel downright unstoppable make Batman: Arkham Shadow a game worthy of a Meta …"
Read original review"While I get the skepticism over a VR Batman game (I was unsure how this would actually pan out when it was announced), Camouflaj has more than proven that they are a major player in the VR AAA space, and …"
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72.0
Gameplay
68.0
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74.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow successfully translates the Arkham experience to the VR space with hard-hitting combat and an engrossing atmosphere."
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70.0
Gameplay
85.0
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80.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow makes most of the Arkham series&s; defining gameplay work respectably well in VR, and its mystery story pays off."
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95.0
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90.0
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85.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is the latest must-buy VR title, and does its namesake justice. Being Batman is something you dream of, and Camouflaj has done great work in putting you under the cowl. Where some teams would simply offer a …"
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88.0
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90.0
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78.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is the blueprint for how to do AAA VR. The game makes every effort to translate the franchise’s best features to virtual reality, with a level of detail that makes you feel like Batman himself. It’s all …"
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90.0
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70.0
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85.0
"At times, Arkham Shadow is the coolest VR game ever made. But a bevy of game-stopping bugs and some of the sharpest difficulty spikes I&s;ve ever encountered keep this bat from immediately soaring. An incredible - and incredibly gorgeous - …"
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90.0
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95.0
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75.0
"The only concession you have to make is that it looks like a VR game, but honestly, that’s just fine for a series that hasn’t had a new entry in a decade. Arkham Asylum is the one I regularly come …"
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96.0
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85.0
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92.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is not only a worthy entry into the Arkham series, but by far the best VR game I have ever played. The game looks great, has faithfully remastered mechanics to translate the original Arkham experience into VR, …"
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78.0
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72.0
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86.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a great VR experience for Batman fans, featuring engaging gameplay and a well-crafted story. Despite bugs and frame-rate drops, it remains a must-have title on Meta Quest 3."
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75.0
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80.0
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85.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow isn&s;t just a great VR game; it&s;s one of the best Batman games ever."
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85.0
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70.0
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65.0
"While it may not have the immersive mechanics to be a great VR introduction, Batman: Arkham Shadow is fun to play and faithful to its Arkham predecessors. And yeah, picking off enemies one-by-one feels great."
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25.0
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30.0
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40.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow feels like the virtual reality experience that Batman deserves. A fully-fledged triple A title that successfully translates so many industry defining elements into a VR framework with the utmost success. Camoflaj have delivered a unique and fantastic …"
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78.0
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82.0
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76.0
"Batman Arkham Shadow can feel rough around the edges at times, but it&s;s still a more than worthy entry to the Arkham series, and an essential Quest 3 experience."
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85.0
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88.0
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78.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is VR gaming at its best."
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85.0
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92.0
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88.0
"This is now the second major exclusive game that Meta has dropped for its Quest 3 headset and just like Asgard’s Wrath 2, Batman: Arkham Shadow is an absolute hit and must-play for any VR fan. The absolute care and …"
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85.0
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92.0
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88.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a triumph in the world of VR and a worthy addition to the Arkham series. With its captivatingly immersive narrative, innovative gameplay mechanics that bring Batman to life, stunning visuals, and solid voice-over, it offers a …"
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98.0
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96.0
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97.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow goes beyond mere fan service to deliver a meaningful expansion of the Arkham universe, one that will likely be remembered as a defining moment in VR gaming history. Despite its few technical rough edges, Batman: Arkham Shadow …"
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90.0
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70.0
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95.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a great Batman: Arkham game without any qualifiers needed for its virtual reality platform. Narratively it fits in well with the rest of the series, and mechanically Camouflaj somehow simply figured it out."
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90.0
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92.0
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78.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a stunning virtual reality game, and a damn-good workout. Yes, you feel like Batman, but the game is more than just a simulator for Dark Knight roleplayers. It’s proof that any game concept can be adapted …"
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85.0
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88.0
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87.0
"There’s exploration, combat, detective work, stealth, and puzzle solving. While it may not have the scale of a flat Arkham game, it has an engaging story with unexpected twists as you try to track down who is the Rat King."
Read original review"Camouflaj is no stranger to superhero VR games, and the team uses its expertise to do justice to the beloved Batman Arkham series in a way that&s;s never been done before."
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65.0
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70.0
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50.0
"It makes sense that Meta bundled Arkham Shadow with new purchases for their Meta Quest 3/3S, as this game is a headset seller. Camaouflaj made a full-length Arkham VR game that perfectly immerses players in the world. Being Batman is …"
Read original review"Batman: Arkham Shadow is an incredible VR game and a fantastic Arkham title. The story is dark and twisted, a thrilling mystery that’ll keep you guessing until the end."
Read original review"Batman: Arkham Shadow is the most authentic and immersive way to make yourself feel like the Caped Crusader that I&s;ve ever played."
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87.0
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92.0
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86.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow from developer Camouflaj is a superb game that honors the Arkham series name. While the world in this game is smaller and more linear than a typical Arkham adventure, the Meta Quest VR version excels in story, …"
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92.0
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93.0
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91.0
"Not only one of the best VR experiences ever made but one of the best Batman games too, with a fantastically immersive simulation of the Dark Knight Detective, that&s;s just as good as the other Arkham games."
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96.0
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94.0
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97.0
"Batman: Arkham Shadow is a must-have for Dark Knight fans, virtual reality enthusiasts, and anyone else interested in what VR can actually offer. Arkham Shadow redefines virtual reality for the Meta Quest, much like Half-Life: Alyx did for the PC. …"
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94.0
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86.0
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72.0
"I found Batman: Arkham Shadow of the best VR titles I have played on the platform. It felt like a ‘full’ game rather than a tech demo like the first title and I think it’s well worth your hard-earned cash. …"
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50.0
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50.0
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50.0
"This is a true must-have for Batman fans — so much so that I am tempted to go drop my Arkham VR score down so, so many pegs — and even more of one if you’ve already got a Meta …"
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