Game reviews / LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
2026 · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X|S · Nintendo Switch 2 · PC · Action-adventure · Open-world · Superhero · Co-op
4 scored sources · 3 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a joyful, unusually ambitious return for TT Games, combining the series’ trademark humor and collectibles with Arkham-inspired combat, stealth, gadgets, and a lively open-world Gotham. Critics broadly praise its affectionate remix of Batman’s film, television, comic, and game history, strong character abilities, polished presentation, and accessible local co-op. The main drawbacks are uneven stealth, repetitive open-world activities, mild difficulty, occasional bugs and performance problems, and no native online multiplayer. It is an especially strong choice for Batman fans, families, co-op players, and anyone wanting a lighter, more approachable alternative to Batman: Arkham Knight, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, or Marvel’s Spider-Man.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-11
Pros
- Affectionate, funny celebration of Batman’s history
- Arkham-inspired combat and distinct character abilities
- Detailed, atmospheric open-world Gotham
- Accessible local co-op and abundant collectibles
Cons
- Stealth and some encounters lack depth
- Open-world side activities can become repetitive
- Generally forgiving difficulty
- Occasional bugs, stuttering, and co-op performance issues
Review sources
10 sources found across 5 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- GameSpot · United States
- IGN · United States · 80/100
- Destructoid · United States · 85/100
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom
- Game Informer · United States · 87.5/100
- Shacknews · United States · 90/100
- COGconnected · Canada
- WellPlayed · Australia · 90/100
- GamesRadar+ · United Kingdom
- PSX Brasil · Brazil · 85/100