The first in-game footage of Batman: Arkham Shadow, an upcoming exclusive for Meta Quest 3, has been released. The VR game is a prequel story in the legendary Batman: Arkham series, however, it is set before Rocksteady’s Arkham Asylum.
It is expected to be a direct continuation of Rocksteady’s original trilogy after fans complained about Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, which was technically supposed to be a follow-up.
The new gameplay trailer, which premiered at Gamescom Opening Night Live, showcased a first-person Batman experience and revealed that it would be released this October.
In first-person mode, gamers will be able to carry out many of the same actions from previous entries, such as punching enemies, grappling across gaps, using various bat-gadgets, and activating Detective Vision.
The trailer seems to confirm the appearances of Harley Quinn, Harvey Dent (aka Two-Face), Dr. Crane (Scarecrow), Jim Gordon, Alfred, and the Rat King, who appears to be the main villain, although it’s unclear if he is a new character or a lesser-known figure from the comics.
Developer Camouflaj states that it has “reimagined the core Arkham experience for VR,” and was particularly inspired by the “intricate and interconnected level design” of Arkham Asylum.
Gotham City is under attack by the mysterious Rat King and his cultish devotees. Batman: Arkham Shadow, is an immersive, full-length entry into the Arkham franchise coming Fall 2024. Only on Meta Quest 3. pic.twitter.com/eeHthpd9E2
— Meta Quest (@MetaQuestVR) June 7, 2024
Tech giant Meta, who are expanding their VR products, said: “Batman: Arkham Shadow will push Meta Quest 3 to its limits, giving players an up-close look at Gotham City and delivering an Arkham experience that will resonate with longtime fans.
“We’re very excited about this one, and can’t wait to get it in your hands come October.”
Meta explained that the game is set between the events of Batman: Arkham Origins and Batman: Arkham Asylum, which means players will be stepping into the shoes of a younger Bruce Wayne. He’ll be taking on the Rat King, who is “a dangerous new criminal with a cultish following.”
Camouflaj has teamed up with Oculus Studios for this game and has partnered with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC.
Featured image: Camouflaj
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