Summary
Batman is probably one of the most iconic superheroes in history. Not only has Bruce Wayne been the inspiration for hundreds of comics, Hollywood blockbusters, and series, but alsoa bunch of video gamesthat let players take on the role ofGotham’snumber one vigilante.
In the last few decades, Batman has been the leading man for beat ‘em ups,LEGO alternate universes, and all sorts of combat games focusing on protecting the weak from the dangers of evil and those who do dark deeds in the shadows. However, while beating up Gotham’s criminals in damp alleys is fun, doing it with a friend is even better. Here are thebest Batman games that support Co-op.
Batman: Rise of Sin Tzuisa PS2 classicthat was, for many players, their first encounter with a Batman game. With beat ‘em up combat game mechanics, an arcade-style feel, and a wide variety of Batman’s allies and enemies, this game is very fun to play, regardless of its outdated graphics and limited mechanics.
Rise of Sin Tzulets players team up with a friend to play the game locally in an effort to defeat the villainous Sin Tzu before he can complete his evil plans and harm Gotham City and its citizens.
The Arkham series in Batman helped breathe new life into the hero’s video game universe, as it introduced great new combat mechanics, incredible boss fights, and a world exploration like never before.Batman: Arkham Originsis the prequel toArkham AsylumandArkham City. In this title, Batman is still young and relatively inexperienced. On Christmas Eve, kingpin Black Mask puts a massive bounty on Batman’s head and eight professional villains will attempt to hunt him down to claim the precious bounty.
As with previous installments of the franchise,Batman: Arkham Originsfeatures open-world exploration to complete missions, challenges, and beat up criminals plaguing the streets ofGotham. The story features many of Batman’s old enemies and several boss fights that are not only entertaining but also require some critical thinking to win.
As for multiplayer, the game features up to 8 players and two different game modes, “Invisible Predator Online”, and “Hunter, Hunted”. In the former, 3 players will take on the role of Bane’s gang members, and another 3 the role of Joker’s gang members. The 2 remaining players will play asBatman and Robinin an effort to take down the 6 thugs from opposing gangs before they manage to carry out their evil plans.
While not the only Batman game based on an existing miniseries,Batman: The Brave and the Bold - The Videogameis arguably one of the best adaptations out there. Sure, there are others with a similar concept, such asBatman: Vengeance, which is based on the critically acclaimedThe New Batman Adventures;however, that’s a game specifically designed as a single-player experience.
Batman: The Brave and the Bold - The Videogamesupportslocal co-op of up to 2 players—ideal for an evening with a friend who wants to help take onGotham’scrime. As with other titles, this game includes a wide range of Batman’s enemies and prioritizes platforming almost as much as it does combat.
LEGOhas been around for a very long time, but it wasn’t until the late 2000s that the company started partnering with other brands to offer licensed video games combining a valuable IP and the funny LEGO-people design.LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroeswas a widespread success upon release, as it featured extensive world exploration, and a fun mix of puzzles, lighthearted combat, and many environmental obstacles.
With the story’s main antagonist being the infamous Lex Luthor, Batman and Robin will team up to defeat him and stop his evil plans from coming to fruition. One of the greatest things about this game is being able to openly explore theLEGOversion of Gotham, which, while family-friendly, still preserves the classical air of crime and chaos that characterizes Bruce Wayne’s hometown.
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroesallows up to 2 players to play together locally, which makes for a fun experience, especially considering that several of the puzzles in the game require cooperation and communication. After all, it’s much easier to overcome obstacles with the help of another human being.
