Well here we go. I am like around 15% is the game, so I give my first impressions, and they are very positive. So after waiting for a little more then a hour of installing this game and updating Games for Windows Live (ugh), I finally playing what will probably be my favorite game of 09. So where should I start? Well one thing I really like is the setting. Rocksteady really did a very well job of making it feel like Batman. The place is dark and gritty like the batman world, and the graphics looks amazing even on high settings. Like when I go to the surface for the first time overlooking part of the island, I was seriously blown away. I have taken some pictures which I upload later, through without AA setting on they are going to look jagged.
So on to gameplay which is the most important part on a game IMO. It a 3D action game, that has a lot of stealth elements, and both work together very well. I also like detective mode, which makes things more interesting. There also gadgets of course.I only gotten three, and they are pretty good. I like that grapple one where you drag a enemy towards you, and is helpful against those enemies that have the two knives. Finally there also those Riddler's trophies and riddle, which will add some replay value for sure. I used to be worry that this game will get repetitive, but that fear is pretty much gone so far, as I really am enjoying this game.
The voice acting is very very good. I am glad they brought back some of the voice actors from the animated series, and they sound awesome in this game.
Challenge mode seems to be impressive. I only did one mode, plus the Gamestop exclusive one (which is great IMO). Shame the PC version doesn't have the joker challenge map one lol.
One last thing before I end my first impressions, is the part where you meet the Scarecrow. I am not going to spoil much, but that part with him is just creepy, and I sure there will be more moments with him. Right now I am heading into Arkham mansion.:) So overall I am really loving this game.
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