Batman: Arkham Shadow Launches on Meta Quest 3 with Elijah Wood as Scarecrow
October 22, 2024Combat mechanics are reminiscent of previous Arkham games but adapted for VR, featuring satisfying takedowns and varied enemies.
Elijah Wood voices Dr. Jonathan Crane, also known as Scarecrow, and showcases his performance through motion capture.
Arkham Shadow features a continuous campaign structure, allowing players to immerse themselves fully in the narrative without mission-based interruptions.
Batman: Arkham Shadow, a first-person VR exclusive game developed by Camouflaj, is set to launch on October 22, 2024, for Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets.
The game will be available for free to anyone purchasing a Quest 3 or Quest 3S headset until the end of April 2025, after which it will retail for $49.99.
Set prior to Arkham Asylum, the game features a younger, less experienced Batman who faces challenges with limited allies.
The storyline revolves around Batman investigating Gotham City, which is threatened by the mysterious Rat King and his followers.
Detective Mode returns, allowing players to identify clues and interact with objects, preserving the investigative essence of the Arkham series.
Players will utilize the series' signature 'freeflow' combat and a variety of gadgets to engage in battles.
Wood expressed his excitement for the role, citing his lifelong passion for Batman across various media.
The game is being developed by a Meta-owned studio that aims to leverage enhanced GPU power for improved graphics and dynamic shadows.
A hands-on preview praised the game's atmospheric environment, voice acting, gadget use, and engaging narrative.
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Eurogamer.net • Oct 21, 2024
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