Batman: Arkham Asylum is set after Batman has captured the Joker and returned him to Arkham Asylum. The inmates have taken over, and the Joker now runs the show. You play as Batman, navigating through the grounds and wings of the asylum in a 3rd person style.
The game combines stealth, detective work, and combat elements as you try to apprehend the Joker. Along the way, you'll face some of Batman's deadliest foes, but you're not alone. The surviving guards and computer genius Oracle will provide assistance and information to aid you in your quest.
Use Batman's gadgets, such as the grappling hook, Batarangs, explosive gel, zipline, and electronically-assisted vision, to navigate and solve puzzles throughout the asylum.
You'll gain experience points by defeating opponents, finding hidden items, or completing special tasks. As you level up, you can purchase or upgrade Batman's abilities or features.
Throughout the asylum, find and solve 240 "riddles" created by the Riddler to earn rewards. On certain platforms, unlock achievements and trophies to complete your gaming experience.