Level progression for each character is done by obtaining experience by defeating enemies and completing missions. The bar can be refilled by damaging opponents with basic attacks. A meter is located under the player's health bar which allows them to unleash a special ability once filled such as Batgirl's ability to summon a swarm of bats. Upon leaving the Belfry, the game will fast forward to night.Īttacks and abilities deal set damage numbers, which are displayed on screen every time an opponent is hit. Players may also speak with other characters within the Belfry such as Alfred Pennyworth. During the day, players will occupy the Belfry which acts as the team's base of operations and allows players to switch characters and prepare for the next mission by managing progression, analyzing mission clues, crafting and upgrading gear and suit styles, etc. Each character features their own moves, skill trees, special abilities, gear, and suit styles. Additionally, both players do not need to be within the vicinity of one another and can explore different parts of the city simultaneously.įour characters are available to control: Batgirl, Nightwing, Robin and Red Hood. Both players can play as the same character during a session. The game can be played in singleplayer and also features a two-player online cooperative mode which allows the second player to drop in and out of missions at any time. The Batcycle may be used for fast traversal around the city.

The game is an open-world RPG that allows players to explore the entirety of Gotham City's five boroughs. Batman's former butler Alfred Pennyworth and GCPD Police Captain Renee Montoya have offered their assistance to the Bat Family to help them accomplish their mission. Accepting Batman's last wishes, the Bat Family has embarked on a crusade to keep Gotham safe from the many criminals and supervillains that threaten the city such as the Court of Owls and Mr. As a contingency, Batman sent out a final message, known as 'Code Black' to the members of the Bat Family and entrusted them with protecting the city. His death, coupled with the death of GCPD Commissioner James Gordon has resulted in the city being stricken with a crime wave. Gotham Knights is set in Gotham City shortly after the death of Batman. You must evolve into the new Dark Knight and save Gotham from chaos.' It is now up to the Batman Family - Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin- to protect Gotham City, bring hope to its citizens, discipline to its cops and fear to its criminals.

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