The Joker turns his capture into a takeover of Arkham Asylum, freeing inmates and threatening Gotham with hidden bombs if anyone intervenes. Batman: Arkham Asylum follows Batman as he works alone inside the facility to stop him and rescue Commissioner Gordon.
Players fight enemies, use stealth to subdue them, and apply Batman’s gadgets and detective skills to puzzles. Harley Quinn helps the Joker control the asylum, while foes including Bane and Scarecrow confront Batman as he investigates the takeover.