Batman: The Enemy Within - Episode 1

Batman: The Enemy Within returns us to Gotham, and shows that darkness never really goes away. Full of twists, turns, surprise arrivals and cameos, and a deeper relationship system, “The Enigma” gets us very excited for what’s coming.

81%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

replayability

81% User Score Based on 44,404 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 24 reviews

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"Batman: The Enemy Within - Episode 1" is an adventure game where players can experience a single-player story centered around Batman and Bruce Wayne. The Riddler returns to terrorize Gotham City, and a federal agent and a developing Joker add to the crisis, forcing Batman to make tough allies and Bruce Wayne into dangerous deceptions. With multiple choices and consequences, the game offers a compelling and immersive narrative.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Batman: The Enemy Within - Episode 1 screenshot

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 44,404 reviews

story8 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

An entertaining and nuanced Batman story that feels like an epic movie.
Excellent voice acting and unpredictable writing enhance the experience.
The Riddler's unique puzzles and character development add depth to the narrative.

Still relies on the dull Telltale formula, limiting gameplay variety.
Some QTEs are too tough or can be failed without consequence, affecting immersion.
Visual updates are minimal and some animations remain stiff and awkward.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
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The story of the game is generally well-received, featuring an entertaining and nuanced Batman narrative with a dark and gritty tone, highlighted by stellar voice acting and engaging character arcs, particularly involving the Riddler. While some players appreciate the interesting twists and well-written dialogue, others criticize the limited impact of player choices on replay value and note some awkward writing decisions. Overall, the story sets a promising foundation for future developments, with a compelling cliffhanger that leaves players eager for more.
- “An entertaining and nuanced Batman story, it’s almost 2.5 hours long and boasts an excellent cliffhanger.”
- “Well-written story and dialogue, great voice acting.”
- “As a self-contained story, the Riddler’s unique brand of psychotic behavior makes for a satisfying arc – but it’s the bigger picture involving Bruce and the deranged John Doe that promises plenty for the remainder of this series, and we’re excited to see where it goes.”
- “Similar to season one, the gameplay segments are subpar, and the small power that choices have over the course of the storyline ruin the replay value of it all.”
- “Weird writing and story decisions in some parts; Joker’s involvement feels laughably forced.”
- “The story is a lot tighter, and the animations are well-polished and cleaner, setting the expectation for what to expect throughout the second season.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay in this title is noted for being more engaging than typical Telltale episodes, with frequent actions that immerse players in the experience, akin to participating in an epic Batman movie. However, some critics point out that the gameplay segments remain subpar and that limited impact of choices diminishes replay value, despite improvements in graphics and mechanics. Overall, the combination of gripping storytelling and enhanced gameplay elements offers a mixed but generally positive experience.
- “It has more gameplay than most Telltale episodes, with something to do every few seconds, meaning it feels like you’re in the movie rather than just watching it and doing a QTE occasionally.”
- “Bigger than most Telltale episodes, it feels like an epic Batman movie and yet has the most gameplay of any Telltale episode, with actions every few seconds. The voice acting and writing are excellent and unpredictable, the Riddler really gets under your skin, it even looks lovely, and runs fine for once.”
- “Gripping new story surrounding the Riddler and more, improved graphics and mechanics, and relationship tracking is useful.”
- “Similar to season one, the gameplay segments are subpar, and the small power that choices have over the course of the storyline ruin the replay value of it all.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers indicate that the limited impact of player choices on the storyline significantly diminishes the game's replayability, alongside subpar gameplay segments reminiscent of the first season.
- “Similar to season one, the gameplay segments are subpar, and the limited impact of choices on the storyline significantly diminishes the replay value.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics have seen notable improvements, enhancing the overall visual experience and gameplay mechanics. Users appreciate the updated visuals, which complement the gripping new storyline involving the Riddler. Additionally, the relationship tracking feature adds depth to the graphics by providing a more immersive narrative context.
- “The improved graphics truly enhance the overall experience, making every scene visually stunning.”
- “The graphics are incredibly detailed, bringing the game world to life in a way that is both immersive and captivating.”
- “The visual design is top-notch, with vibrant colors and intricate textures that make the environment feel rich and dynamic.”