LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Officially Announced, Featuring an Open-World Gotham!

Liputan6.com, Jakarta The official announcement of the latest game, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, happened recently at Gamescom Opening Night Live.

Developed by TT Games, the studio behind the hit Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, the game promises an ambitious open-world action adventure.

Fans will be able to explore the vastness of Gotham City in the Batmobile and other iconic vehicles.

The game is scheduled to launch in 2026, exclusively for next-generation consoles like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, as well as PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will take players on Bruce Wayne's epic journey to become Gotham City's hero, inspired by Batman's 86-year history.

With LEGO's signature humor and deep DC lore, the game is designed to delight both old and new fans.

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TT Games, long renowned for its LEGO game adaptations of popular franchises.

The game is officially scheduled for release in 2026, giving the developers ample time to perfect every aspect.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

It's important to note that the game will only be released for current-generation consoles, excluding PlayStation 4, Xbox One, or the first-generation Nintendo Switch.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight features an ambitious open-world concept, allowing players to freely explore Gotham City.

The city will be filled with iconic locations familiar to Batman fans, such as Ace Chemicals, Gotham Botanical Gardens, Wayne Tower, and Arkham Asylum.

Every corner of the city promises puzzles, challenges, and surprises waiting to be discovered.

The game's new combat system is designed to reflect Batman's signature fighting style, with fluid attack chains, counterattacks, and over-the-top takedowns.

Players can utilize iconic Batman gadgets like the Batarang to distract or stun enemies, and the Batclaw to lure them in.

Additionally, partner characters like Jim Gordon, Robin, and Catwoman also have their own unique gear, adding variety to the gameplay.

The Batcave, Batman's secret headquarters, is also extensively customizable.

Players can display various vehicles, trophies, and collectibles they find throughout the game.

There are also various Batsuits inspired by past Batman media, allowing players to customize Batman's appearance to their liking.

For players looking for a more challenging experience, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers two new difficulty levels: "Caped Crusader" and "Dark Knight."

The game supports two-player local co-op, allowing friends or family to join the adventure.

Furthermore, TT Games has confirmed that the game will have no microtransactions or in-game purchases.

The story of LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight begins with a young Bruce Wayne training with the League of Shadows.

This narrative-driven campaign will take players through Bruce Wayne's evolution into a hero of Gotham City.

The story combines iconic moments from Batman's 86-year history, from films, television series, comics, and games, all presented with LEGO's signature humor and rich DC lore.

The game will feature seven playable characters, providing a variety of strategies and playstyles.

These characters include Batman himself, Jim Gordon, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul.

Players will face off against a rogues gallery of iconic DC Super-Villains, including The Joker, The Penguin, Poison Ivy, Ra's al Ghul, and Bane.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's inspiration not only draws from Batman's extensive history across various media, but also takes cues from the Batman: Arkham games.