Batman Arkham Origins 17 minute gameplay video released by Warner Bros

Written by Brandon Hofer on October 21, 2013

Batman Arkham Origins News: Check out some gameplay from Batman Arkham Origins in this new video to whet your appetite for the upcoming release.

Batman: Arkham Origins comes out soon and Warner Bros has just released a comprehensive 17 minute gameplay walkthrough video to showcase the game. This video features Senior Producer Ben Mattes and Gameplay Director Michael McIntyre at WB Games Montreal as they guide viewers through the mechanics of the new game, highlighting the game’s deep combat system and engrossing narrative. Over the span of 17 minutes, you’ll see the Dark Knight explore the Batcave, beat down on thugs and infiltrate a corrupt Gotham City Police department.

Developed by WB Games Montréal, Batman: Arkham Origins is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline set several years before the events ofBatman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City. Taking place before the rise of Gotham City’s most dangerous criminals, the game showcases a young and unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career as a crime fighter that sets his path to becoming the Dark Knight. As the story unfolds, players will meet many important characters for the first time and forge key relationships.

It should go without saying but the gameplay walkthrough below contains spoilers. If you want to play the game not knowing anything about it then do not watch the video below. For those who do want to see it, check out the video below and tell us what you think. Are you excited for a new Batman game? Will you be picking up Batman: Arkham Origins?