LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham

LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham

November 10, 2014
Warner Bros. Interactive
4.3/5.0(23,170 reviews)
ActionAdventureAction
Good

Overall player feedback on LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham is predominantly positive, with many praising the character roster, engaging multiplayer experience, and improvements over previous installments. However, a portion of players noted issues with bugs, repetitiveness, and level design which detracted from the overall enjoyment. There are mixed feelings about the game's design choices, particularly the shift from an open world to hub areas.

About This Game

The LEGO series pushed off Earth: Brainiac shrinks cities with Lantern ring power, and the campaign follows heroes and villains out to the Lantern Worlds and assorted DC planets. The roster is the headline, running well past the Justice League into deep-cut characters, with hub areas like the Watchtower between levels.

It is a broader game than LEGO Batman 2 but a looser one. The character count and co-op remain the strengths, and the recurring criticism is technical: bugs, level design that repeats itself, and the loss of the open Gotham that made the previous entry cohere. Rated E10+ and on PS Plus Extra, it is a dependable pick for a mixed-age room working through a long campaign together, less so for a solo completionist.

Themes

superherosci-fispacecomediclight-heartedepicexplorationcooperation

Mechanics

linearcombatmelee-combatranged-combatplatformingpuzzle-solvingcollectiblescharacter-switchingparty-basedbuildinghidden-secretscutscenesdialoguemini-gamesexploration

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operativeSplit screen
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Good

Overall player feedback on LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham is predominantly positive, with many praising the character roster, engaging multiplayer experience, and improvements over previous installments. However, a portion of players noted issues with bugs, repetitiveness, and level design which detracted from the overall enjoyment. There are mixed feelings about the game's design choices, particularly the shift from an open world to hub areas.

Pros

  • Strong character roster with many unlockable DC characters
  • Enjoyable co-op gameplay
  • Improved mechanics over previous games

Cons

  • Numerous bugs and glitches causing frustration
  • Repetitive missions and level design
  • Complaints about lack of open world exploration

Based on 100 reviews from Steam

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LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham — Frequently Asked Questions

Is LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham worth playing?
LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 4.3 out of 5 across 23,170 reviews.
Is LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham single-player or multiplayer?
LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, and split screen.
What platforms is LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham available on?
LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham is available on PS4.
When did LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham release?
LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham released on November 10, 2014.
What is LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham's age rating?
LEGO® Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.