FAQ
What type of videogame is LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a narrative led action-adventure videogame that invites players to embark on Bruce Wayne’s journey to become Batman, forging bonds with trusted allies while facing Gotham City’s most infamous DC Super-Villains. Inspired by decades of Batman films, television shows, comic books, and games, this epic adventure combines DC lore and TT Games’ signature brand of fun-filled LEGO humor.
Who is developing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is being developed by TT Games, creators of the best-selling LEGO games franchise which has sold over 200 million units worldwide, including LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
Who is publishing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is being published by Warner Bros. Games.
What platforms will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight be available on?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).
When will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight be available?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is scheduled to launch on May 29, 2026, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Prior to the main launch, Deluxe Edition pre-orders on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) will receive 72-hour early access beginning on May 26. Release timing in 2026 for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 version will be announced at a later date.
Is LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight available for pre-order?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight can be pre-ordered now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) – $69.99 for the Standard Edition and $89.99 for the Deluxe Edition. The Nintendo Switch™ 2 version is available to Wishlist now.
What content is included in the LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard and Deluxe Editions?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard Edition
- Main Story Campaign
- Bruce Wayne’s journey from origin to legend as he trains with The League of Shadows, becomes the hero of Gotham City, and forges a new family of allies with Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Jim Gordon, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul who each bring unique skills and signature gadgets to uncover crimes, complete challenges, and explore an immersive open world full of secrets and surprises.
- Players will confront an ever-growing threat from across Batman’s Rogues Gallery, facing off against The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Ra's al Ghul, Bane, and more.
- 100 Suits & Outfits
- An array of Batsuits and individual outfits for every playable character, inspired by Batman’s legacy in film, television, comics, and games.
- Over 20 Vehicles
- A range of Batmobiles and Batcyles to drive around Gotham City's open world in style, including rides like the legendary Tumbler.
- Over 250 Batcave Props & Trophies
- A wide range of items to display and customize the Batcave and celebrate achievements.
- All LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard Edition Content
- Legacy Collection (Available at Launch)
- Arkham Trilogy Pack, Batman Beyond Pack, and Party Music Pack – Over 30 launch-day items across three (3) themed content packs, each with seven (7) new suits (one [1] per playable character), one (1) new Batmobile, and a set of five (5) Batcave customization props.
- Mayhem Collection (Available Sept. 2026)
- New Mayhem Mode featuring The Joker and Harley Quinn as playable characters with their own abilities, gadgets, and takedowns.
- New Story Mission with The Joker and Harley Quinn breaking out of Arkham Asylum and causing chaos on the streets of Gotham City.
- Sinister Pack – Seven (7) new suits (one [1] per original playable character), one (1) new Batmobile, and a set of five (5) Batcave customization props.
What is the LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight pre-order bonus?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Standard Edition pre-orders for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) will receive The Dark Knight Returns Batsuit at launch, inspired by the legendary comic book series. Pre-orders for the LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Deluxe Edition on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) will receive 72-hour early access to the game beginning on May 26, in addition to The Dark Knight Returns Batsuit.
Which characters will be playable in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will feature Batman, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Jim Gordon, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul as playable characters. Each is equipped with unique skills, progression tree, combos, and gadgets – like Batman’s Batclaw, Robin’s line launcher, Jim Gordon’s foam sprayer, and Catwoman’s whip.
Can playable characters be customized?
Yes, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will include 100 different suits and outfits, which can be earned throughout the story campaign, for a wide range of alternate looks to customize playable characters.
Which villains will players face in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
Players will face off against Gotham City's most notorious DC Super-Villains, including The Joker, The Penguin, Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy, Ra's al Ghul, Bane, and more.
Will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight feature an original story?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight invites players to embark on Bruce Wayne’s epic journey to become the hero of Gotham City, featuring a story-led campaign from origin to legend, bringing together iconic moments from the Caped Crusader’s history in film, television, comic books, and games, combined with DC lore and TT Games’ signature brand of fun-filled LEGO humor.
What type of gameplay will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight have?
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will introduce a dynamic new LEGO Batman combat system delivering an authentic expression of Batman’s fighting style with fluid attack chains, over-the-top takedowns and powerful gadgets. Batarangs can distract or stun enemies and the Batclaw can reel them in, while other playable characters will have their own signature gear, including Jim Gordon’s foam sprayer, Robin’s line launcher, and Catwoman’s whip.
Will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight feature an open world?
Yes, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will feature an open world Gotham City full of secrets and surprises to discover, puzzles to solve, challenges to complete, rewards to collect, and crimes to stop.
Will vehicles be playable in LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
Yes, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will feature a variety of Batmobiles and Batcycles to cruise around Gotham City's open world, including rides like the legendary Tumbler.
Will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight have online co-op gameplay?
Fans of all generations will be able to enjoy the game solo or team up with a friend or family member through two-player local couch cooperative gameplay only. Online co-op will not be available.
Will an internet connection be required to play LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
An internet connection is not required to play LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, although online access will be needed to download game updates.
Will a PlayStation®Plus subscription, Xbox Game Pass Core membership, or Nintendo Switch Online membership be required to play LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight?
A PlayStation®Plus subscription, Xbox Game Pass Core, or Nintendo Switch Online will not be required to play LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch™ 2.
Will LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight have in-game microtransactions requiring real money?
No, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will not have in-game microtransactions requiring real money.
How can players unlock the Golden Age Batsuit inspired by Detective Comics #27 (1939)?
Eligible players can unlock the Golden Age Batsuit by signing up for a WB Games account.
Are eligible players who already have a WB Games account still able to receive the Golden Age Batsuit?
Yes, eligible players who already have a WB Games account can still receive the Golden Age Batsuit. To redeem the item, players will need to log in to their WB Games account in the game at launch. Players can also pre-link connected platforms now to be automatically logged in and unlock the Golden Age Batsuit when the game launches.
Is the bonus in-game content tied to physical LEGO DC Batman sets exclusive?
Four different LEGO DC Batman physical sets (available March 1) have LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight content associated with each product, redeemable once the videogame launches, including:
- LEGO® DC Batman™: Batman Logo set features a redeemable digital unlock of the gold Batsuit for the videogame. This item is exclusive to those who purchase the set.
- LEGO® DC Batman™ Batman v Superman™ Batmobile™ set features a redeemable digital unlock of the Batmobile from the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice film, plus a gold variant of the vehicle, for the videogame. The standard Batmobile can also be earned in the game without purchasing the set. The gold variant of the vehicle is exclusive to those who purchase this set.
- LEGO® DC Batman™: The Batman™ Batmobile™ set features a redeemable digital unlock of the Batmobile from The Batman film, plus a gold variant of the vehicle, for the videogame. The standard Batmobile can also be earned in the game without purchasing the set. The gold variant of the vehicle is exclusive to those who purchase this set.
- LEGO® DC Batman: Batman & Robin™ Batmobile™ set features a redeemable digital unlock of the Batmobile from the Batman & Robin film, plus a gold variant of the vehicle, for the videogame. The standard Batmobile can also be earned in the game without purchasing the set. The gold variant of the vehicle is exclusive to those who purchase this set.