What You Need to Know About Batman: Arkham Shadow

A New Batman Series Game

Sometimes, a new game revolutionizes the often underappreciated VR space, proving that virtual reality headsets are more than just a passing trend. Could Batman: Arkham Shadow be that game? Here’s everything you need to know.

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Early reviews suggest that, much like Half-Life: Alyx, Batman: Arkham Shadow has the potential to be a groundbreaking VR experience. It offers players the chance to step into the shoes of the world’s greatest detective, unraveling a new mystery in Gotham City—and, of course, battling villains along the way. If you’re intrigued by Batman: Arkham Shadow, let’s dive into the key details.

Is Batman: Arkham Shadow a Continuation of the Series?

It’s been a long time since the last game in the Arkham series, so fans will be delighted to know that Batman: Arkham Shadow takes place in the same universe.

The story is set between the events of Batman: Arkham Origins and Batman: Arkham Asylum. In this installment, you once again take on the role of the Dark Knight to protect Gotham from a new threat, Rat King. This new villain has kidnapped several key city officials and plans to execute them, leaving Batman with just a week to save them and restore justice.

Although the game is part of the broader Arkham universe, you don’t need to have played the previous games in the series. While fans of the franchise will recognize references to earlier events, Batman: Arkham Shadow is a standalone Gotham adventure that doesn’t require prior knowledge.

Which Studio Developed Batman: Arkham Shadow?

Batman: Arkham Shadow was developed by Camouflaj, a studio now owned by Meta. They also created the PSVR-exclusive Iron Man VR in 2020, which was well-received by players. Before Meta acquired them for VR projects, Camouflaj developed the episodic stealth game République.

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What Platforms Is Batman: Arkham Shadow Available On?

This VR adventure is exclusively available on the Meta Quest 3 headset. So far, there’s been no announcement about the game’s availability on other platforms, such as PlayStation VR2. Given that Camouflaj is now part of Meta, expanding to other VR systems seems unlikely. If you want to play the game, Meta Quest 3 is your only option for the foreseeable future.

However, there’s good news—if you purchase a Meta Quest 3 or Meta Quest 3S before April 25, 2025, Batman: Arkham Shadow will be bundled with the headset. For those interested in VR but hesitant, this could be a compelling incentive!

That said, the Meta Quest 3 is priced at $499. Alternatively, the Meta Quest 3S, priced at $299, offers nearly the same technology, though with slightly reduced image sharpness and resolution.

Who Voices Batman in Batman: Arkham Shadow?

Fans will be pleased to hear that Roger Craig Smith, who voiced Batman in Arkham Origins, returns to bring the legendary character to life. Smith, also known for voicing Ezio in Assassin’s Creed and Chris Redfield in Resident Evil, is widely regarded as one of the best actors to portray Bruce Wayne and his alter ego since the tragic passing of Kevin Conroy in 2022.

The cast doesn’t stop there. Other notable actors include Elijah Wood as Scarecrow, Tara Strong as Harley Quinn, Troy Baker as Harvey Dent, and Khary Payton (famous for The Walking Dead) as The Ratcatcher. It’s truly an impressive lineup.

How Long Is Batman: Arkham Shadow?

While many VR games are short, Batman: Arkham Shadow breaks the mold. Completing the main storyline without side quests takes around 8 to 10 hours. However, for those who want to explore every corner of Gotham, collect all items, and complete unique challenges, the game can take up to 15 hours.

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