With the DC game Gotham Knights only a few months away, it’s time to wrap up all the information we know so far about the upcoming game from Warner Bros. Games.
Gotham Knights History
Gotham Knights features the Batman Family and offers players the opportunity to embody Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin : a new guard of trained DC Vigilantes who will have to set themselves up as protectors of Gotham City, following the death of Batman.
Featuring an original story set in DC’s Batman Universe, Gotham Knights brings to life a dynamic and interactive Gotham City, where crime has taken over the streets. This new era of Vigilantes will unravel the mysteries that connect the darkest chapters of the city’s history and will have to defeat notorious villains. The players will have to prevent Gotham from descending into chaos and reinvent themselves into their own version of the new Dark Knight.
Introducing playable characters
Robin
robin alias Tim Drake, an expert in the collapsible bō (long stick) and specialist in stealth techniques, is an asset you can count on. He is able to teleport using technology from the Justice League’s satellite, using speed and surprise to his advantage during his fights. His lack of experience is compensated by his extreme intelligence and detective skills on par with, if not better than Batman’s. Robin longs to one day take up the torch from his mentor. And when the time is right, it will be ready.
Nightwing
Dick Grayson is Nightwing. As a teenager, he is Batman’s protege and the first Robin. He then takes flight and becomes the hero he wished to be. A great optimist, Nightwing has a natural charisma that allows him to get out of complicated situations. Although he often has a tendency to use humor to hide deeper emotions, people who know him know that he is very attached to his loved ones and has a firm belief that people are worth having. we fight for them. The video showcases some of her customizable outfits and stunt combat abilities. Using his fencing sticks and wrist darts, Nightwing unleashes powerful melee attacks. We also discover his methods of movement which mix parkour, grapple and “Flying Trapeze”, his glider.
Batgirl
Batgirlalso known as Barbara Gordonshe is a highly trained fighter, expert in coding and hacking. Batgirl brings brawn and brains to the team. Thanks to her favorite weapon, the tonfa, and the combined use of kickboxing, capoeira and jiu-jitsu, she can quickly defeat enemies twice as powerful as her. Old and new challenges are on the horizon and Batgirl is more determined than ever to keep Gotham safe and keep the city from descending into chaos. The video features new gameplay scenes as well as cutscenes from Batgirl.
Red Hood
Red Hood of his true identity Jason Todd, will use his guns to bring justice to Gotham. He has a powerful jumping ability to move around Gotham.
The world of Gotham
Gotham will be bigger than previous Batman games. Composed of 5 islands with several districtsyou can perform patrols, challenges, missions and more.
The villains of the game (known so far)
The Court of Owls
The Court of Owls is a secret society that has controlled Gotham City almost since its founding. Made up of members of the oldest and wealthiest families in the city’s history, it is the cornerstone of Gotham’s history, controlling the flow of wealth and industry for more than two centuries.
Among the people of Gotham, the Court is widely considered a myth – a folktale. While poems about its existence abound, the society itself is well hidden.
Ergots
The Ergots are a group of Assassins serving the Court of Owls. : they will not give you a present, especially the biggest one with the “little club”.
Mr Freeze
Victor Fries suffered an accident which will make it quite “cold”. Indeed, he will be forced to maintain his body at a temperature of 0°C and will become a criminal who will answer to the name of Mr Freeze. In Gotham Knights, Freeze will break into the Elliot Center in order to change the city’s weather, fortunately Batgirl and Robin are there to stop it. Check out some gameplay below:
The Penguin
Oswald Cobblepot (The Penguin) is a man who takes advantage of the chaos that reigns over Gotham to make a lot of money. During the story, Nightwing visits him to learn more about Court of Owls.
The Belfry (the base of operations)
Upon his death, Bruce Wayne declared the Belfry to be the Bat-family’s new base of operations. Admittedly less equipped than the Batcave, the team will still be able to prepare for it before going on a mission, and players will be able to change character equipment there, have a few conversations with other team members and more. .
The different editions of the game
Gotham Knights Standard Edition
The classic edition of the game which will be offered to a publisher price of €74.99 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and PC.
Gotham Knights Special Edition
The Special Edition is a Micromania exclusivity for Francethis includes the base game which will be in a steel casethe price remains the same as the standard edition either 74,99€.
Gotham Knights Deluxe Edition
Base game + Visionary Pack:
o Jim Lee “Knightwatch” Skin
o “La Relève” skin inspired by the series Batman: The Next Generation
o Three color variations: Zur-En-Arrh Ultra / Chromatic Gel / Asylum (Tribute)
o Resource pack
o Improved equipment
o Additional content
The Deluxe Edition will be available for $94.99.
Collector’s Edition
Gotham Knights Collector:
- Basic game
- Packaging LedBook
- New Guard Figure
- 16 page booklet
- Map of Gotham City
- Collection pins with augmented reality
- “Promethium” Skin
- Contents of the Visionary Pack:
- Jim Lee “Knightwatch” Skin
- “La Relève” skin inspired by the series Batman: The Next Generation
- Three color variations: Zur-En-Arrh Ultra / Chromatic Gel / Asylum (Tribute)
- Resource Pack
- Improved equipment
- Additional content
- Price: €299.99
Pre-Order Bonus
Everyone who pre-orders Gotham Knights will receive a skin of the “Bat-moto Kustom 233”
Game FAQ
Q: What type of game is Gotham Knights?
A: Gotham Knights is a whole new RPG (Roleplay) open-world third-person action featuring the Bat-family. Players will don the costumes of Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin: DC’s newest superhero guard to take over from Batman.
Q: Will Gotham Knights have an original story?
A: Yes. Gotham Knights offers an all-new original story in which the underworld has taken over the streets of Gotham City. It is now up to the Bat-family (Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin) to protect Gotham from a descent into hell. From solving mysteries that connect the darkest chapters of the city’s history to defeating notorious villains in epic showdowns, players will face an array of challenges as they evolve towards their own version of the Dark Knight.
Q: What PC platforms will Gotham Knights be available on?
A: Gotham Knights will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Q: What platforms will Gotham Knights be available on?
A: Gotham Knights will be available for PlayStation®5 consoles, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Please note that the game will not be available on PlayStation®4 or Xbox One.
Q: Why won’t Gotham Knights be available on PlayStation®4 or Xbox One consoles?
A: To provide players with the best possible gaming experiencethe game will be released on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC and will not be available on PlayStation®4 or Xbox One consoles.
Q: Which voice actors will play the main characters of Gotham Knights?
A: Batgirl is voiced by Ludivine MaffrenNightwing by Jeremy BardeauRobin by Gabriel Bismuthand Red Hood by Emmanuel Gradi.
Q: Is Gotham Knights related to the Batman: Arkham series?
A: No. Gotham Knights is an all-new original story and experience set in DC’s Batman Universe. It has no connection with the Batman: Arkham series.
Q: Will Gotham Knights have multiplayer?
A: Yes. It is possible to play Gotham Knights with a friend, using the co-op mode (two players). It is also possible to play alone.
Q: Will players be able to switch between characters?
A: Yes. Players can gravitate to one hero, but they can switch characters whenever they want by returning to their base inside the Belfry clock tower.
Q: Will it be possible to play the full game alone or in co-op?
A: The full game will be playable alone or with a friend in cooperation two player online.
Q: Will Gotham Knights be crossplayed in co-op mode?
A: Crossplay support is not currently planned.
Q: Is an internet connection required to play Gotham Knights?
A: An internet connection is not necessary to play Gotham Knights all alonebut you will need to be online to play two-player co-op with a friend.
Q: Will Gotham Knights offer microtransactions?
A: No. Gotham Knights will only offer no in-game purchases or microtransactions.
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What is the release date of the game?
Gotham Knights will be available on October 25, 2022 on PS5, Xbox Series X and PC on Steam & Epic Games Store.
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